Quebec public markets: where to eat fresh, local and in season

The Pointe-aux-Trembles Public Market is open on Saturdays from the end of May to mid-September where visitors and shoppers can find a variety of goods and produce from local purveyors, craftspeople and tradespeople. Various free activities and events happen during peak hours.

Located near the former market – a magnificent building dating back to 1912 – the new Maisonneuve Market, which opened its doors in 1995, is a recent addition to Montréal’s public markets. The full range of services offered at the more established markets are available here, too: flowers, fruits, vegetables, meats, cheese, baked goods and more.

Jean-Talon Market, a landmark in Montréal’s Little Italy since 1933, is renowned for its multicultural flavour. In addition to fruit, flower and vegetable stands, the market features a wide range of shops selling products and foods grown or made in Québec.

The Atwater Market, opened in 1933, offers the year-round services of indoor merchants specializing in fresh meat, fish and baked goods. You will also find fresh fruits, vegetables and flowers, as well as caterers on site. The impressive Lachine Canal bike path leads up to the market.

Over a hundred local producers and artisans make this Québec City market a top gourmet destination. Inspired by the great public markets of the world, this spot has something for everyone, thanks to a huge variety of exceptional products and a wide range of activities.

Some 30 producers gather together at this public market. In the summer, they offer a large variety of horticultural products and produce. The market also features different shops offering local gourmet products. It can be found at the corner of Quatre-Bourgeois road and Roland-Beaudin.

Discover the Salaberry-de-Valleyfield public market, where producers and merchants take turns offering you a wide variety of local and regional products. Farmers proudly display their freshly-picked harvests, giving local residents the opportunity to discover the products for which they are renowned.

The Marché fermier du vieux Saint-Lambert is a weekly gathering of gourmet connoisseurs, producers and artisan processors offering fresh produce from eco-responsible, short-circuit farming.

A genuine gem of Maskoutain architecture located in the heart of downtown Saint-Hyacinthe, the public market has been welcoming visitors since 1830. The market houses seven merchant food shops (cheese shop, fruit store, sausage maker-deli counter, butcher shop, fish market, bakery and pastry) which offer quality products in a unique, convivial atmosphere. In season, exteriors stands and events. A genuine gourmet destination! The exhibition centre, Expression, centre d’exposition de Saint-Hyacinthe, is located on the 2nd floor.

The Mont-Saint-Hilaire public market is back once again this year! This summer, several local producers will be there every Thursday near city hall. Visitors will be able to purchase the best products directly from farms and businesses in the region. A wide range of freshly picked market garden products, top quality meats, cheeses, ciders and wines, bakeries as well as ready-to-go products and dishes are offered. The Mont-Saint-Hilaire Market has been, since its first edition in 2019, one of the most popular events for fans of local flavors and 100% traceable food.

The Huntingdon County Farmer’s Market is more than just a market, it’s themed days and family activities. Let us think here of the day of the official inauguration of the season in May, the Christmas markets in St-Stanislas-de-Kostka, Ormstown and St-Anicet, not to mention the Winter markets in St-Barbe, Omstown and Huntingdon. This also, the return of special days to highlight the municipalities that agree to be our regional partners. The market is also about tastings, treasure hunts, a country day, entertainment for children and much more!    

Small, family-run public market in the heart of the village of Verchères, based on the principles of sustainable agriculture, local commerce and healthy, local consumption.

A multitude of fresh, local products: fill up on flavours in downtown Joliette!

Come and meet the producers and merchants and stock up on fresh, local produce.

Public market on healthy eating and the joys of the table.

The Marché des découvertes invites you to a unique taste experience, where local produce and know-how take center stage.

Recognized as one of the biggest public markets in the Lanaudière region, the Marché public de Saint-Damien has earned a reputation for its friendly atmosphere, delicious wood-fired pizza slices and lively entertainment. Five times during the summer, more than 30 exhibitors come together to offer all the products you need for your grocery store and your pleasure: from breads and pastries, to market garden produce, meat, cheese, beverages, artisanal products and much more! Come and discover our local and original products.

Experience the public market in Terrebonne and Mascouche! Every weekend during the summer season, meet nearly thirty exhibitors: producers, agri-food processors, artisans and local and regional retailers!

The mission of the Mégantic Public Market is to support local producers by providing a showcase for their products within our community. This means that the Public Market is committed to bringing together the largest number of local producers to offer citizens and visitors fresh and diverse products. You will find everything for your meals (bakery, pastry, alcohol, meats, vegetables, etc.) as well as a beautiful variety of handcrafted products to make unique gifts for your friends and family, as well as for yourself!

The Val-des-Sources Public Market showcases the region’s producers, processors and artisans and offers a variety of local products. Located at Place de la Traversée, a unique site designed from shipping containers, the Val-des-Sources Public Market offers a breathtaking view of the mining shaft. Chairs and picnic tables are available. Why not take the opportunity to bring your lunch and taste the products purchased at the market? Our exhibitors welcome you every Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.!

As you drive into the centre of town on Principale Street, you’ll find this picturesque farmer’s market.

In a jovial setting, the community is invited to come relax and get together with the producers, transformers and artisans of the region. The Stanstead Farmer’s Market takes place at Village-relais information area, the green space next to the Marché Tradition.

This farmer’s market pays tribute to local agriculture in the most delicious way and—bonus!—takes place in one of Québec’s most picturesque villages.

About twenty farmers and food producers gather at this weekly market to tempt you with an offering of fresh produce, including several organic options.

The Marché de la Station gourmande offers you the best of the Brome-Missisquoi. Welcome, rain or shine, every Saturday throughout the summer, between 8 a.m. and noon. Come with family or friends to discover the little treasures that are hidden in our region. From mid-June until the beginning of October, some fifteen producers, processors and artisans promise to impress you with their senses and taste buds. Come savour our passions! Picnic tables, BBQ and reusable dishes are available to allow our visitors to eat on site.

More than 25 producers gather at the Lions Park in wooden kiosks with red roofs.

The Magog public market is a friendly and festive place where producers and artisans of the agri-food sector meet, and for locals who wish to purchase local products.

Live, share and eat local! In a friendly atmosphere, the Marché public de Granby et région offers you a wide range of local products and direct access to the region’s producers, market garden produce and processors! Located in the heart of downtown Granby, under a permanent structure with a bold architecture, the Market offers a multitude of fresh, tasty and quality products every Saturday. It’s the weekly event that allows you to shop local and discover new products. Come meet the merchants and make gourmet discoveries every Saturday, from June to October.

Trust us when we say that there’s a lot going on at this bountiful public market. For starters, a lovely location at the site of old train station on the shores of Lac-des-Nations.

Discover the Marché public de La Patrie under the Abri-bois. Enjoy a breathtaking view of the Mont Mégantic mountains as you meet local producers and artisans. The atmosphere is festive every Thursday from 4 to 6 p.m.!

Take farm-to-table to the next level and enjoy a picnic directly at the market! The on-site cookout means that you can enjoy meals prepared live on the spot by a rotating cast of local producers.

This lovely rural market first saw the light of day in 2008 when consumers teamed up with producers as part of a cooperative called Locavore.

Located in the beautiful Township of Potton valleys, the Mansonville public market offers fresh produce from local farms such as meats, fish, cheeses, cooked meals, maple syrup and crafts from local artisans. Come meet your friends over a cappuccino and a pastry at the market café. Visit us on Facebook (Mansonville public market) for the program of activities and fresh produce updates.

Looking for a fun outing? Treat yourself to a trip to the market! You can have a bite to eat or a drink in our Bistro, meet over a dozen local producers, and stock up on gourmet products.

The Notre-Dame Market is located in the heart of a typical 1950-1960 neighbourhood next to the Kitchissipi Marina. You will also find a public park which offers local shows. Come and meet the local producers and the agri-food industry artisans.

Located in the heart of the historic village of Aylmer, the market showcases over 40 producers, farmers and artisans from the Outaouais region. Open Sundays from June 2 to September 29 (9 a.m. to 2 p.m.), it offers activities and entertainment for the whole family.

Set against the majesty of the St. Lawrence River, the Deschaillons-sur-Saint-Laurent market brings summer Saturdays to life. A veritable showcase of regional know-how, it brings together numerous artisans and proudly contributes to the local foodservice supply movement.

Meet the producers at Marché Godefroy! Under the big top, discover local produce for tasty meals. Enjoy the terrace, the chansonnier and culinary demonstrations. This holiday season, visit our Christmas Market with over 50 exhibitors!

Throughout the seasons, Marché Public Drummondville invites you to discover tasty local produce. Meet our artisans, enjoy tastings and leave with gourmet treasures: fruits, vegetables, cheeses, meats, sweets and much more!

La Matanie Bouffard Kioti Public Market celebrates local products, vibrant crafts and festivities!

Every week, the Marché public d’Amos brings together some twenty regional producers, processors and artisans. It’s the ideal place to buy fresh produce and local creations, have a chat and support the local economy!

The mission of the Marché public de Rouyn-Noranda is to be a crossroads that fosters economic vitality and encounters between the local population, visitors and regional producers. It aims to be a beacon for the regional agri-food economy in a committed community.

Local farmers market: wine, cheese, meat, garden vegetables, arts and crafts and natural products. Organized by the Palmarolle Development Committee, an Abitibi-Ouest agritourism promoter.

The Public Market of Vallée-de-l’Or is a non-profit organization that promotes regional food products and offers great opportunities for customers and producers to meet.