Doors Open
May 26-27, St. Lawrence Hall, The Market Gallery, South Market, Opera Atelier
All-day walking tours of the St. Lawrence Hall, Market and area Saturday and Sunday. On Sunday, enjoy Opera Atelier, as they perform in the Great Hall at 1 p.m. Visit the Market Gallery, located upstairs in the St. Lawrence Market South building.
| Saturday |
Hours |
St. Lawrence Hall
South Market |
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
9 a.m. to 4 p.m. |
| Sunday |
Hours |
St. Lawrence Hall
South Market
Opera Atelier |
10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
1 p.m. |
See the Doors Open website for more information on the buildings open this year
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Bike Week
May 28 - June 10, Wednesday to Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
South Market / Market St.
People are asked to bike to and from work. People that bike to the Market on Wednesday, Thursday or Friday will enjoy the "Tastes of the Market": free samples of coffees, drinks and munchies, while supplies last. Samples located along Market Street (west side of the South Market).
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Food & History Shows in The Kitchen
Saturdays at 10 a.m. & 2 p.m., South Market, West Mezzanine
Each show features a 15-20 minute talk by Bruce Bell, the Market Historian, or Bill Genova, tour guide, on the history of the Market buildings and Old Town Toronto.
Following that, Market vendors or notable food experts present demonstrations, samplings and/or discussions on food. The food portion of the show lasts 20-30 minutes and changes each week. Upcoming Food events include:
| SCHEFFLER’S DELI owner Odysseas Gounalakis creates a new unique tasting: types of prosciutto, each matched with a certain cheese. A foodie tasting delight!
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May 5 |
| Wes Sovereign, from SOVEREIGN FARMS (Farmers' Market) brings you the first prime crop of tomatoes from our local greenhouses. Learn about Ontario hydroponics greenhouse growing.
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May 12 |
Potted herbs from your patio or balcony! MARVIN GARDENS'
(Farmers' Market) special sale and growing information on thyme, basil, rosemary and more, plus herb tasting.
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May 19 |
| Eugene Antunes of CHURASSCO OF ST. LAWRENCE explains this Portuguese rotisserie barbecuing style and the flavours it creates.
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May 26 |
The Food and History Shows take place in The Kitchen, located on the West Mezzanine of the South Market, and accessible via the stairs or elevator from the main lobby. For more information on the development of this area, see The Kitchen page.
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The Spadina Expressway Affair
March 3rd to July 8th
See the Market Gallery page for more information.
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June 9-10
10 a.m. to 6 p.m. |
Woofstock, a Festival for Dogs
Woofstock is the largest outdoor festival for dogs - and the people who live with them. Quirky and fun, Woofstock is a free admission, festive entertainment and consumer show. More information on the website.
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Front St., Church St , Market St., Market Lane Park, Wellington St. Berczy Park |
June 30
9 a.m. to 1 p.m. |
Strawberry Social Festival
Sample free strawberries dipped in chocolate during the peak of the Strawberry Season (usually starts around June 20th).
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South Market, Farmers' Market (North Building) |
August 4
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Corn Roast
It's Ontario corn season again! Come and enjoy free hot buttered roasted corn on the cob. |
Farmers' Market (North Building) |
August 23 - 26
11 a.m. to 8 p.m. |
Buskerfest: The Toronto International Street Performers Festival
Sponsored by Epilepsy Toronto and the St. Lawrence Market. Witness some of the most energetic and creative entertainment with the best of the best. For more information, visit Toronto Buskerfest website. |
Front St., Church St., Market St., Market Lane Park, Wellington St., Berczy Park |
October 27
9 a.m. |
Halloween Celebrations
The Market celebrates Halloween with pumpkin decorations and more. |
South Market, Farmers' Market (North Building), Market Lane Park |
November 3
8 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
St. Lawrence Market's Anniversary (est. 1803)
Tenants, farmers, vendors, neighbourhood businesses and Market friends celebrate this important event with Tastes of the Market, displays, historical information, etc. |
South Market, Farmers' Market (North Building) |
TBA
11 a.m. to 2 p.m. |
Citizenship Ceremony for 200 new Canadians
By invitation only |
North Market |
TBA
6:30 p.m. |
Cavalcade of Lights - Lighting Up Ceremony
The St. Lawrence Market Neighbourhood joins the City of Toronto and lights up the festive season with the Cavalcade of Lights. |
South Market, St. Lawrence Market BIA |
| December 1 to 24 |
Toy Drive
Toy box for donations |
St. Lawrence Market Foyer |
