7+ Alberta Farmers’ Markets to Visit
If you love fresh fruit and vegetables, here are 7+ Alberta Farmers’ Markets to Visit this summer! UPDATED for 2018
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One of our most favourite parts of summer is being able to access tonnes of locally grown produce. We try to visit our local markets as often as we can, and wherever we’re staying we try to visit new ones as well. There really is nothing like being able to eat veggies and fruit straight from the garden or orchard…the taste alone is worth waiting for. It’s like you can taste the sunshine in them. Over the course of the summer months, and into the fall, we will visit our local farmers markets many times and stock up on as much seasonal produce as we can. I buy bags full of fresh potatoes, carrots, beets, swiss chard, herbs, fruit, tomatoes, peppers, beans, onions…I could go on and on.
There are some great markets all over our province, and we’ve highlighted just a few for you to check out this summer!
Millarville Farmers’ Market
Brimming with growers, farmers, makers, bakers, and artists!
- Dates: June 16 to October 6, 2018
- Hours: Saturdays only, from 9am – 2pm
- Address: Box 68, Millarville (see website for directions)
- Website: Millarville Farmers’ Market
- Cost: $3 per car
Crossroads Market in Calgary
Where farm fresh food, and tasty treats meet novelties and unique finds! Crossroads Market is where you go when you are looking for loads of produce! We go and load up on all kinds of fresh vegetables and fruit…you can find everything farm fresh here!
- Hours: Friday, Saturday & Sunday, 9am – 5pm
- Address: 1235 26th Ave SE, Calgary
- Website: Crossroads Market in Calgary
The Saskatoon Farm
Located about 30 minutes SE of Calgary, the Saskatoon Farm has over 4 acres of organically grown vegetables every season. Picked fresh daily and offered for sale at their on-farm market. Produce become available at the beginning of July and continues well into the fall.
- Hours: 9 am to 5 pm
- Dates: Produce becomes available at the beginning of July and continues well into the fall.
- Address: Located SE of Calgary. For directions visit here.
- Website: The Saskatoon Farm
Old Strathcona Farmers’ Market in Edmonton
This market has over 130 vendors every Saturday. You can find an assortment of locally grown produce, as well as handmade goods, specialty foods, jewelry, decor, arts and crafts, clothing, accessories, decor, pottery and more.
- Hours: Every Saturday, 8am – 3pm
- Address: Old Bus Barn, 10310 83 Avenue NW, Edmonton
- Free Parking
- Website: Old Strathcona Farmers’ Market
Lethbridge Farmers’ Market
With over 50 exhibitors, you can find fresh fruit and vegetables, home made baking, crafts, art work, hand made clothing, and more!
- Dates: The last market of the season is on October 27, 2018
- Hours: Saturdays from 8am – 1pm
- Cost: There is no admission or parking fee.
- Address: 3401 Parkside Drive South, Lethbridge
- Website: Lethbridge Farmers’ Market
Red Deer Farmers’ Market
The Red Deer Farmers’ Market offers fresh produce and many other goods. We really enjoyed this market when we have visited! We left with loads of fresh veggies, delicious coffee and beautiful cut flowers.
- Dates: May Long weekend until Thanksgiving weekend
- Hours: Saturday mornings, 8am – 12:30pm
- Address: 4214 58 St, Red Deer
- Website: Red Deer Farmers’ Market
Canmore Farmers’ Market
The Canmore Farmers’ Market has a variety of local and regional goods, including fresh fruit and vegetables, elk meat, fresh poultry and baked goods, as well as crafts and other locally-produced items.
- Dates: May 24 to October 4, 2018
- Hours: Thursday from 10am – 6pm
- Address: 7th Avenue, Downtown Canmore
- Website: Canmore Farmers’ Market
Harvest Sale at Heritage Park in Calgary
Ok, this one technically isn’t in summer, but it’s worth adding to your list! At this market event, you can load up on fresh fruit and vegetables at historic low prices! It’s awesome. Tip: bring a wagon with you!
- Dates: September 8 & 9, 2018
- Hours: 10am – 5pm (admission closes at 4:30pm)
- Address: Historical Village, 1900 Heritage Dr SW, Calgary
- Website: Harvest Sale at Heritage Park in Calgary
Want to find a Farmers’ Market in your area?
Download the Alberta Approved Farmers’ Market App HERE
Do you have a favourite farmers’ market you’d like to see on our list? Share it in the comments below!
