Best Summer Markets in Toronto (2025) | Must-Visit Pop-Ups & Farmer’s Finds
Sunscreen? Tote bag? Empty stomach? If that sounds like a fun summer plan, this list of the best summer markets in Toronto (2025) might be your new weekend agenda.
Markets in the summer hit differently. One minute you’re just “browsing,” and the next? You’re holding a small-batch pickle jar, three tote bags, and asking someone how their homemade soap smells like “forest after rain.”
So, scroll on and see which ones are worth putting on your summer rotation.
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Best Summer Markets in Toronto (2025): Pop-Ups, Foodie Finds & Local Gems
Goth Pride Market
Who says summer markets can’t be a little… dark? The Goth Pride Market features spooky-cute vendors, Pride merch, and plenty of Goth-chic finds.
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- Date: June 21, 2025
- Where: Ground Control (1279 Queen St W, Toronto)
- Admission: Free
- Website: www.torontodarkartsmarket.com
Pet Fest Market
Ever felt guilty leaving your dog at home while you hit the markets? Problem solved. Pet Fest Market lets you spoil your furry sidekicks with treats, toys, and Insta-worthy photo ops. Plus, there’s fun for humans, too.
- Date: June 29, 2025
- Where: Stackt Market (28 Bathurst St. Toronto)
- Admission: Free. More info here.
- Website: www.kreatemarket.ca
Mako Art Market
If you’re over boring, mass-produced stuff, Mako Art Market is your next stop. This market celebrates local artists and small businesses with original works, handmade goodies, and tasty artisanal treats.
- Date: July 6, 2025
- Where: Cecil Community Centre (58 Cecil St, Toronto)
- Admission: Free. VIP tickets are also available.
- Website: www.makoartmarket.wixsite.com
The Caribbean MRKT
Bringing the tropics to Toronto, The Caribbean MRKT is your go-to for summer flavours, sounds, and style. You’ll feel like you’re on vacation (even if it’s just for an afternoon).
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- Date: July 12, 2025
- Where: Mimico Square (2445 Lake Shore Blvd West, Etobicoke)
- Admission: Free
- Website: www.facebook.com/events/9268997779888377
Menagerie Market: Pop-Up at Kensington Market
You know those markets where you go “just to browse” but leave with bags? With over 30 indie vendors selling vintage, handmade, and one-of-a-kind finds, this pop-up is your chance to shop slowly, meet makers, and support locals.
- Date: June 29, 2025, July 27, 2025, August 31, 2025, September 28, 2025
- Where: 19 Kensington Ave, Toronto
- Admission: Free
- Website: www.menageriemarket.com
Toronto Flower Market
Love fresh flowers? Then mark your Saturdays. The Toronto Flower Market pops up once a month with blooms from 30+ Ontario growers.
- Date: July 12, 2025, August 16, 2025, September 13, 2025
- Where: CAMH (1001 Queen St West, Toronto)
- Admission: Free
- Website: www.torontoflowermarket.ca
Toronto Waterfront Night Market
Craving a late-night foodie adventure? The Toronto Waterfront Night Market brings an Asian street market feel to the lakefront. You’ll enjoy sizzling street food, floating lanterns, cultural performances, and a lively crowd.
- Date: August 8-10, 2025
- Where: Hotel X Toronto, Exhibition Grounds (115 Princes’ Blvd, Toronto)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.waterfrontnightmarket.com
Indoor Farmers’ Market
Looking for a market with history? The Montgomery’s Inn Indoor Farmers’ Market offers farm-fresh produce, baked goods, and small-batch goodies in a charming heritage setting.
- Date: Every Wednesday, Year-round
- Where: Montgomery’s Inn (4709 Dundas Street West, Toronto)
- Admission: Free
- Website: www.toronto.ca
The Mom Market
This one highlights supporting local makers. The Mom Market gathers small businesses, crafters, bakers, and service providers for a community-focused shopping event.
- Website: www.themommarketco.com
- Click here for upcoming Toronto markets.
The Trending Table
Want to shop small and feel good doing it? The Trending Table features HER MARKET (women-owned businesses) and T3 MARKET (all small businesses and entrepreneurs). Expect everything from handmade goods to must-try local products.
- Website: www.thetrendingtable.ca
- June 6-8: T3 Summer Market (Scarborough Town Centre)
- June 7, 14, 21, 28: HER Market Summer Series (The Well, 486 Front St W)
- July 5, 12: HER Market Summer Series (The Well, 486 Front St W)
- July 12: T3 Hoops & Hustle (Stackt Market, 28 Bathurst St Toronto)
CNE 2025 Shoppers Market
You’re going to the CNE anyway… might as well make it a shopping trip too, right? Beyond the midway rides and butter-drenched corn, there’s a treasure trove of arts, crafts, home goods, vintage finds, and bargain-hunting heaven.
- Date: August 15 – September 1, 2025
- Where: Exhibition Place, Toronto
- Admission: Ticket price varies.
- Website: www.theex.com
Evergreen Brick Works Market
Looking for a weekend market that feels like an escape? The Evergreen Brick Works offers seasonal produce, garden goodies, and sustainable gifts with nature trails just steps away.
- Where: 550 Bayview Ave, Toronto
- Website: www.evergreen.ca
- Saturday Farmers’ Market – Year-round
- Evergreen Garden Market – Year-round
- Ontario Artisan Market and Ontario Vintage Market – Sundays; May-October
Leslieville Farmers’ Market
Tucked into Toronto’s east end, it’s the ideal Sunday stop for local produce and handmade treats, and bumping into half your neighbourhood. It’s also where you’ll probably leave with more than you planned.
- Date: Sundays, May 11-October 26, 2025
- Where: Greenwood Park (150 Greenwood Ave, Toronto)
- Website: www.leslievillemarket.com
Harbourfront Farmers Market
Looking for an excuse to stroll by the lake and support local farmers? The Harbourfront Farmers Market is your go-to for veggies, fresh eggs, locally-raised meats, handmade pastas, baked treats, and small-batch coffee.
- Date: Saturdays, May 31-July 26, 2025
- Where: 235 Queens Quay West, Toronto
- Admission: Free
- Website: www.harbourfrontcentre.com
More…
- https://www.destinationtoronto.com/leisure-blog/post/toronto-asian-night-markets
- https://www.blogto.com/events
- https://www.todocanada.ca/city/toronto/events/exhibitions/markets
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