- Story by Jenna Hickman Photography by Don Denton
Summer is here and with it comes leisurely mornings spent perusing market vendors searching for the freshest produce, or that unique, locally made jewelry piece.
Vancouver Island is dotted with farmerB次元官网网址檚 markets, each offering something different. The West Shore is no exception, with multiple farmerB次元官网网址檚 markets showcasing what the region has offer.
Metchosin FarmersB次元官网网址� Market
In the heart of the West ShoreB次元官网网址檚 farmland is the Metchosin FarmersB次元官网网址� Market. With a fun and welcoming atmosphere, this market is perfect for a family outing. From eggs, to jams and salsas, you wonB次元官网网址檛 have trouble finding the freshest produce from local Metchosin farmers. Held May to October, Sundays, 11 am to 2 pm at 4450 Happy Road, behind the firehall. Search Metchosin FarmersB次元官网网址� Market on Facebook to learn more.
Goldstream FarmersB次元官网网址� Market
With local musicians and entertainers, the Goldstream FarmersB次元官网网址� MarketB次元官网网址檚 vibrant atmosphere attracts people of all ages. With about 30 vendors selling artisan bread to jewelry, thereB次元官网网址檚 something for everyone at the Goldstream FarmersB次元官网网址� Market. Held May to October, Saturdays 10 am to 2 pm at Veterans Memorial Park. Find them on Facebook as Goldstream FarmersB次元官网网址� Market. The Facebook page offers weekly updates on attending vendors and feature products, so you can always be in the loop.
Sooke Country Market
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Sooke Night Market
A surefire way to liven up your Thursday night is to visit SookeB次元官网网址檚 night market. Featuring award-winning spirits, live music, food trucks, and of course, vendors selling fresh produce and craftwork, the Sooke Night Market will have you gearing up for the weekend. Held June 6 to September 5, Thursdays from 5 pm to 8 pm, on the grounds of the Sooke Region Museum (2070 Phillips Rd). Updates are posted on their Facebook page regularly with weekly vendors and performers, so you can plan your Thursday night accordingly. Search Sooke Night Market on Facebook to learn more.
Whether youB次元官网网址檙e a local or driving through, the West Shore has some of the best FarmersB次元官网网址� markets on the Island to visit. To find out more, visit .
