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Jumping into July!

Summer is officially here and it sure is bringing the heat! But before we kickoff, we want to congratulate all the students and their families wrapping up the school year! We hope you'll use the extra free time to join us for some of the awesome events we have lined up. July is going to be a busy one with different events each weekend, so make sure to mark your calendars and we'll see you there!
🍽️ Cooking Class
  • Every Saturday in the Market kitchen from 11am-12pm. No registration required, it's first come, first served.
🍅 Farmers Market
  • Every Saturday on the Rotary Square from 8am-1pm.
🙏 Yoga Classes
  • Every Wednesday in the Lounge upstairs from 6pm-7pm. ($10 - registration required)
🐾 Market for the Fur Babes
  • July 13th on the Rotary Square from 2pm-9pm.
☀️ Polina's Persian Market
  • July 14th on the Rotary Square from 11am-5pm.
🦜 Columbian Gastronomy Festival
  • July 19-21st, from 4pm-12am Friday/Saturday and 12pm-9pm Sunday.
🌴 Island Festival
  • July 26-28th, from 4pm-12am Friday/Saturday and 11am-8pm Sunday.
💙 WeBridge Pop-up Farmer's Market
  • July 31st on the Rotary Square from 3pm-6pm.

*Please be aware the Covent Garden Market is CLOSED for Canada Day on Monday, July 1st as well as Tuesday, July 2nd. We will be back open on Wednesday, July 3rd with our regular hours. 

Featured Eats of the Week

Whether it’s an old favourite or new delight, our vendors are sure to have something that will satisfy your tastebuds. This week we enjoyed the sweet cinnamon delight of the Apple Strudel from Hot Oven, (a market classic) and the new Chicken Bacon Bliss sandwich from C’est Cheez! Both so good we can’t pick a favourite yet that does mean we promise you’ll love them. But, if you don’t believe us just head over to our Instagram or better yet stop by and see for yourself!

Canada Day Finds

The countdown is on! Stock up on Canada Day favourites at these vendors. Whether you need some unique accessories or maple treats, you can find it all here at the Market!

Accessories & Apparel

  • Happy Wear has some adorable key chains and themed apparel for your little ones
  • Adorn by Pree has some adorable maple leaf and Canadian inspired jewelry
  • Guindon Creations has customizable hats and cute Canada Day Croc Jibbitz
  • Forget-Me-Not has some awesome socks to show off your Canadian pride

Hosting & Snacks

  • Doris Family Produce has a great selection of maple syrups
  • The Chocolate Factory has some ready to go treat bundles to gift or enjoy
  • Havaris Produce has a range of Jakeman’s maple treats from popcorn to cookies
  • Magpie’s Collected Creations has some awesome coasters and hosting must-haves

WHO CAN YOU FIND AT THE FARMERS MARKET?

Here’s the list folks! Below is everyone you can find at the Farmers’ Market this Saturday, June 29th 8am to 1pm. Click on their names for more information! Live music from Iain McNally 8:30am to 10:30am and Noelle Frances 11am to 1pm!

Attending Farmers Market Vendors

Pop Up Vendors

  • Adorn by Pree
  • Matico Arte Manual

SATURDAY COOKING DEMO

Join us this Saturday, June 29th in the Market Kitchen for our cooking demo hosted by Polina Shadman. Polina will be demonstrating how to make macarons!


SATURDAY DEMO SCHEDULE

 

  • Saturday, June 29 | Polina Shadman – Macarons
  • Saturday, July 6 | Nancy Salamanca – TBD
  • Saturday, July 13 | Jaime Pena – Grilled Pineapple Salad w/ Grilled Pineapple Vinaigrette
  • Saturday, July 20 | Fiona Moniz – TBD
  • Saturday, July 27 | Polina Shadman – TBD

Doors open at 10:40am, class starts at 11am. No registration is required. First come, first served.

CANADA DAY LONDON

Night Market London & Canada Day London are back! See downtown London be brought to life with the most interactive and enjoyable family-friendly event of 2024. The festivities are designed to be a celebration of the rich cultural mosaic of people that calls the Forest City, home. Honoring the people and communities that came before us and appreciating their many contributions to the Canada we all enjoy today. Learn about our past and acknowledge that it was not perfect, however, through mutual respect, we can come together and appreciate each other’s heritage. Get involved to connect with others who share your own heritage and experience the culture of so many others. Night Market London is celebrated on June 30th, and Canada Day London is celebrated on July 1st each year.


*Please be aware the Covent Garden Market is CLOSED for Canada Day on Monday, July 1st as well as Tuesday, July 2nd. There will be no access to the inside building during this event.*