Farmers’ market kicks off summer of Alberta-approved food sold in downtown Lethbridge

The Downtown Farmer's Market kicked off Wednesday in Festival Square in Lethbridge.

Nothing says summer more than the downtown Lethbridge outdoors farmers’ market, which kicked off its season in Festival Square on Wednesday.

Vendors of all types were taking part and selling everything from fresh produce and baked goods to clothing and accessories.

The market is put on by Excite Lethbridge and the Downtown Business Revitalization Zone.

It will take place at Festival Square every Wednesday throughout the summer.

Organizers say they’re excited to bring the market back once more and help draw residents downtown.

“Lethbridge is full of amazing vendors,” said Kaira Cale, Excite Lethbridge manager of event development . “Our farmers’ market is an Alberta-approved farmers’ market, which means we showcase 80 per cent food (from) make it, bake it and grow it vendors -- we are really truly showcasing some of the best vendors in southern Alberta.”

For those who aren’t able to make it downtown Wednesday, a larger market is held every Saturday at the Lethbridge Trade and Convention Centre.