Public Markets

Public markets in Victoria add colour and flavour to our local economy, attracting residents and visitors from April through October each year. These markets also provide artisans and local growers opportunities to promote and sell produce and handcrafted goods in a vibrant atmosphere. For a list of Victoria public markets, see below.

Information about Victoria's Public Markets can also be found in CITYVibe - Victoria's Guide to Festivals and Outdoor Events.

Bastion Square Public Market

Date/Time: Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, April 15 to October 1, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Location: Located between Government and Wharf and Yates and Fort Streets
For more info: Thea Harris, bastionsquare@gmail.com
250.885.1387 | www.bastionsquare.ca

This beautifully situated open air marketplace in Bastion Square features a unique selection of local artists and artisans displaying their work. Meet the artists and enjoy a fun Victoria experience.

James Bay Community Market

Date/Time: Saturdays, May 7 - October 8, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Location: Corner of Menzies Street and Superior Street
For more info: Dallas Campbell | 250.381.5323
www.jamesbaymarket.com

Located five minutes from Victoria's Inner Harbour, the James Bay Community Market features produce, arts, food and live music with an emphasis on products that are homemade, handmade and homegrown.

Moss Street Market

Date/Time: Saturdays, May 7 - October 29, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Location: Sir James Douglas schoolyard at Moss Street and Fairfield Road
For more info: mossstreetmarketinfo@gmail.com
www.mossstreetmarket.com

Our vibrant community market provides local and organic produce and foods, handmade crafts, artisan clothing, inspiring services and community education to folks from the entire Greater Victoria area. Please join us in celebrating our 20th season!

Oaklands Community Farmers Market

Date/Time: First Thursday of each month, May 5 - September 1 , 5 p.m.- 8 p.m.
Location: 1-2827 Belmont Avenue (Behind Oaklands Elementary School)
For more info: 250.370.9101
www.oaklandscommunitycentre.com

Shop for fresh local produce, bakery items and local handmade arts and crafts. Come and enjoy the fun atmosphere with live music, entertainment, demonstrations and conversations with your neighbours.

Ship Point Night Market

Date/Time: Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, June 10 - September 17, 6:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
Location: Victoria's Inner Harbour - Ship Point Pier
For more info: jgonyeau@victoriaharbour.org

Come on down for local handmade arts and crafts. Musicians, street performers and food add to the excitement as the harbour wakes up at night.

Sunday Market in the Square

(formally Government Street Market)

Date/Time: Sundays and some holiday Mondays, May 1 - September 25, , 11 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.
Location: Centennial Square, next to City Hall
For more info: Thea Harris, 250.598.2593
sundaymarketinvictoria@gmail.com

Located in Centennial Square, the Sunday Market features an exciting array of locally created arts, crafts and fair trade imports. Our vibrant new Farmer's Market showcases a variety of locally grown fruits and vegetables, cheeses, jams, relishes, breads and much more. Experience Mexican Food, langoes, organic fudge, and specialty coffees while listening to live entertainment in the Square. There is something for everyone.

Opportunity: The Market organizer is currently looking for entrepreneurs interested in showcasing their products. If you or anyone you know would be interested in exploring opportunities at this new market venue, please contact:

Thea Harris
(250) 598-2593
sundaymarketinthesquare@gmail.com

Victoria Downtown Farmers Market

Date/Time: Fourth Sunday of each month, April 24, May 26, June 26, July 24, August 28, 11 a.m.- 3 p.m.
Location: Market Square, 560 Johnson Street
For more info: www.victoriapublicmarket.com

This farmers market will focus on local products and will feature bread, meat, seafood, cheese, ice cream, plants and a variety of local produce.

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