Nelson Farmers Market

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The Nelson Farmers Market is a city-managed service supporting local food producers, artisans, and community well-being. The Nelson Farmers Market has been a community staple for more than 40 years and is entering its sixth year as a City of Nelson program, remaining a valued community asset that strengthens the local economy and enhances Nelson’s appeal to residents and visitors alike.

For the 2026 season, the Nelson Farmers Market team is maintaining the Wednesday Farmers Market location of the 600 Block of Baker Street and the Hall Street Plaza. While early-season planned construction in downtown Nelson may require a temporary relocation, the market will return to Baker Street when the work is completed.

Applications will be live March 1, 2026!

We are looking forward to another successful market experience in 2026 for all vendors, businesses, community members, and tourists visiting throughout our region.

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The Nelson Farmers Market proudly supports local farmers and small business owners from around The Kootenay Region. The market has a wide variety of fresh farm produce, including fruits and vegetables, dairy, honey, meat, and eggs.

Our amazing artisan vendors create beautiful pottery, jewelry, apothecary, home goods, and so much more! While you browse the market for amazing goodies and gifts, you can treat yourself to some delicious fresh-baked pastries, hot foods, and a variety of tasty beverages. 

In 2025, the market supported over 257 local farm, food, and artisan vendors from across the Interior, with more than 45 vendors at each weekly market throughout the season. The BC Association of Farmers’ Markets Nutrition Coupon Program also had a highly successful year, with $67,922 returned directly to local farms while supporting low-income households, pregnant people, and seniors in our community.

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Information for Vendors

Click here for more information about being a vendor, including the Vendor Handbook and application forms for weekly markets and special events.


2026 Market Dates and Maps

The most up-to-date information on market dates, times, and location maps can be found here.


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Market Advisory Committee

Learn more about the advisory committee of various representatives from the community and meet quarterly to help inform and provide input on key insights, opportunities, market strategies, and trends relating to the market.

BC Association of Farmers Markets

The Nelson Farmers Market is a proud member of the British Columbia Association of Farmers' Markets (BCAFM), which strengthens the capacity of farmers’ markets across BC. Learn more about BCAFM and the Food Coupon Program.


Frequently Asked Questions

Have a question?

We’ve put together answers to some of the most common questions we hear from residents and visitors. If you don’t see what you’re looking for, please reach out — we’re happy to help.

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Contact Us

The Nelson Farmers Market is stronger when we work together. It works best when vendors can succeed and residents can access affordable, local, healthy food in a welcoming space.

Respectful communication and collaboration help keep the market vibrant, accessible, and successful, while feedback from vendors, shoppers, and partners supports its continued growth. To contact Nelson Farmers Market staff, please email farmersmarket@nelson.ca