BRAMPTON, ON (May 26, 2022) – The City of Brampton’s annual Farmers’ Market, presented by Meridian Credit Union, returns for the 2022 season beginning on June 11. This weekly event will run every Saturday from 8 am to 1 pm until October 8, rain or shine. This year, the beloved event will be located on Wellington Street between George Street and Main Street South, and in Gage Park.
This season promises a weekly event everyone is sure to enjoy that includes:
- The return of the market’s favourite farmers, vendors and local artisans offering fresh produce and handmade-goods;
- Live entertainment on the bandstand from the Brampton Folk Club, B-Jazzed, DJ Jonathan Shaw and more;
- On-site art activations from the City of Brampton’s Arts, Culture and Creative Industry Development Agency (ACCIDA); and
- So much more!
Transformation underway in Downtown Brampton
Downtown Brampton is undergoing a transformation. The Region of Peel is leading a project to replace watermain and sanitary sewers in the area. As a result there are several road closures in effect. Please plan ahead when heading to the market.
Municipal parking updates can be found at brampton.ca or let Brampton Transit get you there. Plan your trip in advance with Triplinx.
The 2022 Brampton Farmers’ Market is generously sponsored by Algoma University, Boardwalk, Flato Developments, Revera and Toronto Pearson.
For more information on this season’s vendors and programming, visit brampton.ca/markets.
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“The annual return of the Brampton Farmers’ Market marks the unofficial start of the summer! This Brampton favourite brings community together and is a tradition I look forward to every year. Mark your calendars for June 11. See you there!”
- Patrick Brown, Mayor, City of Brampton
“I’m excited to see the return of the Brampton Farmers’ Market and look forward to celebrating community and local small businesses. Thank you to our generous sponsors for continuing to support this seasonal favourite!”
- Harkirat Singh, City Councillor, Wards 9 & 10; Chair, Corporate Services, City of Brampton
“While Downtown Brampton is undergoing an exciting transformation, it’s important that we support our local vendors and businesses. The City of Brampton team has a wonderful season planned with a diverse range of offerings and entertainment that the entire Brampton community is sure to enjoy.”
- Paul Morrison, Interim Chief Administrative Officer, City of Brampton
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