Hello Condors, it’s officially Market Week, a time when we celebrate our local farmers markets! If you want to learn what a farmers’ market is and how to get to one, look no further!
What is a Farmers Market?
A farmers market is a special place where local farmers and producers come together to sell their fresh food and homemade products directly to people in the community. Anyone can come and buy delicious fruits, vegetables, meats, bread and other goodies. By shopping at farmers markets, you get to support local farmers and businesses while enjoying the freshest, tastiest ingredients. It’s an amazing way to connect with your community, try new foods, and appreciate the hard work that goes into growing and making the things we eat daily.
Where can I find a Farmers Market?
There are plenty of Farmers Markets all over Ontario’s many communities, but for a first-time visit, check out these Farmers Markets near Conestoga campuses!
- Brantford Farmers Market, 79 Icomm Drive (Near Brantford Campus)
- Cambridge Farmers Market, 40 Dickson St (Near the Cambridge Downtown, Fountain Street, Reuter, and Doon Campuses)
- Guelph Farmers Market, 2 Gordon St (Near Guelph Campus)
- Kitchener Market, 300 King St E (Near Downtown Kitchener Campus)
- Milton Farmers Market, 194 Main St E (Near Milton Campus)
- Stratford and District Agricultural Society, 357 McCarthy Road (Near Stratford Campus)
- St. Jacobs Farmers’ Market, 878 Weber St N (Near Waterloo Campus)
Try it out yourself!
Can’t make it to a seasonally appropriate farmers market this year? We’ve got you covered right at your home campus! On June 21 and June 22 join us for our Free Food Farmers Market! You’ll be able to grab a bag and fill it with fresh produce and other delicious goodies. Plus, enjoy some live acoustic performances by local artists and shop our artesian vendors.
We’ll see you from 11 AM to 1 PM at the following campuses:
June 21
- Doon: The Pond
- DTK: Upper Student Lounge
- Brantford: Student Lounge
- Reuter: Special Event Space
June 22
- Waterloo: Atrium
- Cambridge: Outdoor Field
- Guelph: Cafeteria