Barrie Farmers’ Market marks significant milestone

Barrie's Farmers' Market is shown with vendors lining the streets of downtown Barrie, Ont. (CTV News)

Sunny skies and double-digit temperatures mean we’re nearing the kick-off to the return of the Barrie Farmers’ Market heading outdoors.

Not only will the market bring all the vendors outside for the warmer months, but it will also be a celebration of the local tradition being in existence for 180 years.

The Barrie Farmer’s Market is one of the province’s longest-running of its kind.

The public is invited to experience the open-air market starting on Sat., May 2 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., with vendors lining Mulcaster Street and Collier Street in downtown Barrie.

People can browse a variety of products including farm-fresh produce, baked goods, meats, prepared dishes and handcrafted products, in a friendly, community atmosphere that often has live music.

“For 180 years, the Barrie Farmers’ Market has been more than just a place to shop, it has long been an incubator for small businesses within our community,” says Market Manager Ali Oakes. “It’s where local entrepreneurs grow, connect, and build lasting relationships with the people they serve.”

While the market is every Saturday all year long, the outdoor season runs from May to through to October.

The indoor season takes place at Barrie City Hall in the Rotunda.