Sunny Days at the Market!

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July 3, 2025

It’s the first full week of July and the Market is buzzing with fresh flavours, local finds, and good vibes. Whether you're shopping, snacking, or getting creative, there’s something for everyone.

Saturday, July 5th Highlights:

Outdoor Farmers’ Market | 8AM to 1PM on Market Lane

Your favourite Saturday tradition with fresh-picked produce, baked goods, flowers, and so much more. A great way to kickstart your day.

The Mom Market| 3PM to 7PM in the Mezzanine

Discover unique products from amazing local vendors. It's the perfect spot to treat yourself or find something special.

Berry Bowl Pottery Workshop | 2PM to 3PM in the Market Kitchen

Get creative and make your very own berry bowl in this fun pottery class. Pre-registration required.

Market Hours

Tuesday to Saturday: 9AM to 7PM
Sunday: 10AM to 5PM
Monday: Closed (Market Café, Hasbeans, and Mona’s open at 8AM on weekdays through the Talbot Street entrance)

Bring your tote bag, grab a friend, and spend a summer day at the Market. The food is fresh, the vibes are great, and the memories are waiting.

MATCHA!

Sip on a diverse selection of loose-leaf teas, including matcha powder you can take home, or enjoy a freshly made matcha latte right in-store. While there’s a global matcha shortage, The Tea Haus currently has it in stock, a perfect time to enjoy this vibrant, energizing favourite.

Market Moments to Make You Smile

This weekend’s forecast?

100% chance of fun, strawberries, and smiles.

From picking out the perfect peaches to saying hi to your favourite vendors, the Market is full of small moments that make a big difference.

☀️ Fresh flowers for the kitchen table
🧀 A cheese platter that makes you say “wow”
🍞 That one loaf of bread you have to get every week

Come soak it all in; the flavours, the laughs, and the joy of shopping local💛

OUTDOOR FARMERS MARKET

Our Outdoor Farmers Market is back for the season 8am to 1pm! As a reminder it will be taking place over on Market Lane (ally way between the Market and Dundas St) while the square is under renovations! Below you can check out what vendors will be here this Saturday, July 5th!

Berrylicious Fruit Farm; fresh blueberries (starting in July)
Blanbrook Bison Farm; bison products
Den Besten Trout Farm; smoked rainbow trout, sausage rolls and fresh eggs
Greystead Gardens; fresh produce, spices
Harcroft Estates Artisan Preserves (HEAP); cooked jams, jellies, and seasonal preserves
Janssens Farm Fresh Produce; fresh produce
Jumping Ovens: savoury pies, brioche & more
Joyce Farms; fresh strawberries, produce
La Houlette de Vie; fresh baked organic naturally fermented bread
Our Fields, fresh produce, preserves, honey
Pillitteri Estates Winery; VQA Ontario Wines
Small World Mycology; premium fresh mushrooms
The Dough Joe Bakery; gourmet cookies
The Whole Grain Hearth; fresh baked sour dough bread & pastries
Wandering Bee Flowers, fresh cut flowers

SATURDAY COOKING DEMO

Registration is now required for all classes and will open on the second Thursday prior to the event date – registration opens today for Ranjeet’s Basque cheesecake class next Saturday, July 12) Click here to register –> https://forms.gle/MbbvxxJ8Zh1KboMx9

SATURDAY DEMO SCHEDULE

Saturday, July 19 | Polina Shadman – Turkish style Moussaka
- (registration opens July 10th @ 11am)
Saturday, July 26 | Jaime Pena – Chow Mein
- (registration opens July 17th @ 11am)

Please note; our kitchen is going under renovations so cooking demos will pause after the July 26th class.

JULY MARKET WITH THE MOM MARKET

Get Ready for an Unforgettable Market Experience at Covent Garden Market!

Join us upstairs at the Covent Garden Market on June 14th from 10am – 3pm for a day full of local wonders!

What to Expect:
Handcrafted treasures from talented local artisans
Fresh, unique products you won’t find anywhere else
A lively, welcoming atmosphere that’s perfect for shopping and socializing

Why You Can’t Miss It:
Support local small businesses and discover hidden gems
Enjoy the bustling market vibe with live music and fun surprises
Perfect for finding unique gifts or something special for yourself!

Come for the fun, stay for the finds! See you on July 5th from 10am-3pm upstairs in the Mezzanine!

Sampling Sundays

Every Sunday here at the market, we host Sampling Sundays, a chance to try delicious bites from different vendors. Whether it’s your first time tasting or a reminder of how good it really is, it’s the perfect way to explore what’s local and tasty! This Sunday, we’re featuring: Ruby Red Iced Tea from The Tea Haus.

📍 Where: Centre Court
🕚 Time: 11 a.m. — while supplies last!

You won’t want to miss this!😋

MARKET FOR THE FUR BABES

Raising money for @scaarlondon Renee from @reneep.art is organizing a local vendor market on the Rotary Square on July 12th from 3pm to 9pm! Click here for more information!

LONDON MULTICULTURAL FESTIVAL

The London Multicultural Festival is a grass-root, not-for-profit community-based event. It is the largest community-based multicultural event in town. This free and family-friendly Festival showcases the culture and heritage of the different ethnic groups in London, builds bridges amongst the communities and provides a face-to-face opportunity to people from all groups to get together, share stories and learn from each other. The Festival provides an opportunity to local talents, entrepreneurs and small business owners to get exposure and advance their careers or businesses.

Join us for the 2025 London Multicultural Festival, held outdoors on the Rotary Square and Talbot Street on Sunday, July 13th 11am to 7pm. Take in live performances from global artists, explore treasures and traditions, and savour ethnic cuisine at its best! This festival is a *free* family-friendly event where all generations can enjoy an afternoon of culture, learning and fun. Everyone is welcome!

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