Find Lex’s Pantry at Farmers’ Markets & Events in 2026
Alexandra ClarkLex’s Pantry is back on the road for 2026 with a full season of farmers’ markets, festivals and special events across Toronto, Bradford, Mississauga, Barrie, Whitby and beyond.
On this page:
- Winter & Early Spring 2026 Markets
- May–October markets at a glance,
- Monthly & Occasional markets,
- 2026 Festivals & Special Events in Southern Ontario
- Holiday Markets
- FAQs and how to order for market pickup
This page is your up-to-date guide to where you can find us in person, with dates, times, locations and pro tips for shopping our booth. Bookmark it, or pop it into your favourites, and check in whenever you’re planning a market day, looking for a quick way to restock your pantry in person, or simply hunting for a fun market to visit. We’d love to see you and hear what you’ve been cooking.
You’ll find our small-batch spice blends, seasonings and BBQ rubs at weekly markets, monthly pop-ups and big weekend festivals all year long, with lots of chances to restock your pantry in person. All of our blends are gluten-free, vegan and small-batch, so you can shop in person, taste at the booth, and go home ready to cook.
For last-minute changes (hello, weather), extra dates and weekly lineups, tune into #TuesdayUpdateWithLex on Instagram (and now TikTok) and watch Stories for real-time updates. If you prefer to plan ahead, you can also pre-order online and pick up your favourites at any of the markets listed below – just give us time for custom orders (anything other than regular-size, regular mixes).
Order online, pick up at the market
If you are looking for larger sizes or a custom blend, you can always order online and pickup at an upcoming market. Choose pickup at checkout and note your preferred market in the order comments. For custom blends (salt-free, sugar-free, extra spicy, double/triple sizes), order at least one week before market day.
Winter & Early Spring 2026 Markets in Toronto & GTA
We are lucky to have some amazing indoor winter and spring markets around the GTA and extra lucky to be participating in them. Here's a quick look at where we'll be.
| Day | Market / Event | City | Frequency | Time | Notes |
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| Sat | Allan Gardens Farmers’ Market | Toronto | Monthly | 10–2 pm | Year-round, central downtown location. |
| Sat | Connon Nurseries Winter Market | Newmarket | Bi-weekly | 10–2 pm | Jan–March in the greenhouse. |
| Sun | Leslieville Farmers’ Market | Toronto | Monthly – indoor | 9–2 pm | Indoors at East End Food Hub on Gerrard. |
| Mon | Sorauren Farmers’ Market | Toronto | Every 2 weeks – indoor | 3–7 pm | Indoors at Henderson Brewing on Sterling. |
| Tue | SickKids Market | Toronto | Bi-weekly – indoor | 11–2 pm | Atrium market, entrance on Elizabeth. |
| Wed | Parkway Place Link Market | Toronto | Monthly – indoor | 11–2 pm | Indoors on the 2nd floor. |
Allan Gardens Farmers’ Market (Toronto – year-round monthly) - Toronto / Downtown
Allan Gardens runs year-round, and you will catch us there on select Saturdays from winter until fall. If you want to enjoy a farmers’ market before the summer begins, Allan Gardens is a great central option.
Connon Nursery Winter Market (Jan–March) - Newmarket
Connon Nursery’s Winter Market is where we lean into cozy cooking season: sheet-pan dinners, roasts, hearty soups and stews. From January through March, we join a rotating lineup of local vendors inside the greenhouse, which is warm, bright and filled with plants, light and fresh oxygen – an ideal way to spend a winter Saturday wandering about and visiting the vendors.
Sorauren Farmers’ Market – Winter Market at Henderson Brewing - Toronto / West End
Sorauren’s winter season at Henderson Brewing keeps the farmers’ market energy going indoors when the weather turns. We’re there roughly every two weeks through the winter months for a wonderful visit with our west-end people, to shop the great vendors and listen to some lively music with a brew in hand.
Leslieville Farmers' Market – Indoor Spring Market at East End Food Hub - Toronto / Gerrard India Bazaar
Leslieville's spring season is held indoors at the East End Food Hub / Glen Rhodes Church. It's a beautiful building and the indoor market features 30 vendors with fresh produce, baked goods, prepared food and live music. It's a great indoor farmers’ market as spring starts to bloom. We’re there roughly every three weeks March through mid-May.
Barrie Spring Garden & Home Show – March 7 & 8 at Bradford Greenhouse - Barrie / Springwater
A two-day indoor show at Bradford Greenhouse just outside of Barrie, perfect for an early spring road trip. We’ll be there with all our spices and BBQ blends, our seasonal Hot Cross Bun spice and Sample Packs. For full details and what we’re bringing, see the Barrie Spring Show listing in Festivals & Special Events below
Gluten Free Goodness – March 29 at Small Arms Inspection Building - Toronto / Mississauga
A one-day, fully gluten-free market at the Small Arms Inspection Building. We’ll bring our complete range of spices blends, BBQ rubs, marinades, dip mixes and seasonings all of which are gluten-free and vegan. For full details and what to expect, see the Gluten Free Goodness listing in Festivals & Special Events below
Once the outdoor season kicks into gear, here’s where you’ll find us most often from May through October
May–October Farmers’ Markets in Toronto, Bradford, Mississauga & Barrie
Quick at-a-glance May–October schedule
| Day | Market / Event | City | Dates/Frequency | Times | Notes |
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| Thu | Underpass Park Farmers’ Market | Toronto | May–Oct (weekly) | 4-7:30pm | Starts in May; evening market under the Gardiner. |
| Thu | East Lynn Farmers’ Market (select weeks) | Toronto | 2–3 dates (TBA) | 3-7pm |
Starts in June; pre-order recommended for custom spice blends.
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| Sat | Allan Gardens Farmers’ Market | Toronto | Monthly (dates TBA) | 10-2pm | Year round - look for us outdoors after May |
| Sat | Bradford Farmers’ Market | Bradford | Opening and festival dates only; See below for details | 9am-1pm | Starts in May; we’re there for opening and special themed market days |
| Sun | Lakeview Farmers' Market | Mississauga | May-Oct Opening & additional dates TBD |
9-2pm | Indoor market at the foot of Dixie in the Small Arms Inspection Building |
| Sun | Leslieville Farmers’ Market | Toronto | Monthly (dates TBA) | 9-2pm | Outdoor season starts in May; busy, family-friendly Sundays. |
| Sat & Sun | Barrie Hill Farms Strawberry / Corn / Harvest Festivals | Barrie area | Festival dates TBC | 9-4pm | Special festival-only dates at the farm. |
Allan Gardens Farmers’ Market (Toronto – monthly) - Downtown / Garden District
Allan Gardens Farmers’ Market is a beautiful central-city stop for folks on transit or on foot, and it’s, literally, our home market. We’re there roughly once a month with our full list of blends, grilling favourites and a few deeper cuts for the more adventurous home cooks. If we have something new, you can guarantee Lex will showcase it at Allan Gardens Farmers' Market.
Location: Allan Gardens, Children's Conservatory, 160 Gerrard Street East, Toronto
2026 dates and time: Monthly Saturdays (dates TBD), 10am–2pm.
What to expect: A relaxed, community-focused market with a tightly curated mix of produce, killer coffee, baked goods and prepared foods. It’s a great place to pair our blends with fresh veg, eggs and breads from other vendors.
How to find us: We move around a bit at Allan Gardens, but you can always find us by asking one of the very helpful volunteers at the north entrance, or just wander a bit. You'll hear Lex's laughter.
Pro tip: This is a good market to bring your list. If you’re plotting a big cooking project or stocking your spice drawer, Allan Gardens days are ideal for one big hit of everything. And if we don't have it at the market, Gerry might even run home to get it for you. Yes, it really is our home market!
Bradford Farmers' Market - Bradford / West Gwillimbury
We’re at Bradford Farmers’ Market on Saturdays for opening day and festival days with our full selection of spice blends, specialty and new blends, gift-ready Sample Packs and Gerry’s hand-crafted wooden toys from Thorpe Toys. For full details, dates and pro tips (including how to pre-order double or triple bags), see the Bradford section in Monthly & occasional markets below.
Underpass Park Farmers’ Market - Toronto / Corktown
Underpass Park Farmers’ Market is our Thursday-night hometown market and one of the best places to stock up on blends after work. You’ll find us tucked under the Gardiner Expressway with a full spread of small-batch spice blends, BBQ rubs and seasoning salts, plus whatever new flavours Lex is testing that week.
Location: Underpass Park, 29 Lower River Street, Toronto (under the Gardiner, near Corktown / Distillery District).
2026 dates and time: Thursdays from May through October, 4-7:30pm.
What to expect: This is a lively, after-work market with music, food vendors and lots of regulars. Come straight after work and grab dinner, or grab all the fixin's you need to make your own at home.
How to find us: Look for us in the west side of the central block of vendors near the north entrance from Lower River Street.
Pro tip: We are there almost every week, and mix up our samples so our regulars, and you, can try something new every time they visit and say "hi". Pre-order online for pickup at this market if you need custom blends or larger bags.
Monthly & occasional markets
Bradford Farmers’ Market - opening & festival dates - Bradford / West Gwillimbury
Bradford Farmers’ Market is where we started bringing our spices to Farmers' Market and it's our go-to when we want to test new blends and hear how people have been using our blends. We bring our full selection of blends, plus sample packs and maybe a few surprises (our latest blends always show up at Bradford). We might even have another cooking demo this year. Gerry usually brings his hand-crafted wooden toys to Bradford Farmers' Market too.
Location: Bradford West Gwillimbury Public Library parking lot on Holland Drive.
2026 dates and time: Saturdays from May onward, 9am–1pm, we will be there on opening day and festival days. Details to follow
What to expect: A friendly, community market with a fantastic mix of farm fresh produce, prepared foods, fresh baked goods, specialty packaged foods and crafts. It’s a great spot to chat recipes, plan your week's meals based on fresh ingredients and pick up your spice blends.
How to find us: Our booth is directly opposite the Springh Farms (usually with a large line up of people to get their veggies), near Rusty Q Pizza truck, close to the west side of the market.
Pro tips:
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- If you are shopping for produce, come early. Both Springh and EFT Farms bring lots of product and still sell out, especially on festival days. Peach Festival, you'd better be there in the first hour to get peaches!
- Remember to pre-order any double or triple packs of spice, so you have enough to last you until the next time we are up. If you know you want Double or Triple sized bags, or extra spicy anything - let me know in advance so I make sure to pack them for you.
- Since it can also get busy, we aren't always able to chat. We want to, but sometimes we have to work.
- We also bring a selection of Thorpe Toys to Festival days. If you want something specific, it helps to preorder online for pickup at Bradford Farmers' Market.
East Lynn Farmers’ Market (Toronto – select Thursdays) - East Danforth
East Lynn is a classic east-end neighbourhood market with playground energy, strollers, dogs and folks planning dinner on the fly. We’re there on select Thursdays through the season, bringing all our blends from savory to sweet, spicy to no-heat. Family-friendly blends that make weeknight cooking quicker and make delicious easy.
Location: East Lynn Park, 1949 Danforth Avenue, Toronto.
2026 dates and time: Select Thursdays in June–September, 3–7 pm (exact dates TBD).
What to expect: A very local crowd, lots of families and kids out for the market. Wonderful food and snacks to eat in the park or take home.
How to find us: Look for our booth along the vendor row down both sides of the main path. We are usually setup on the East side in the occasional vendors spots.
Pro tip: If you’re coming specifically for a custom blend or refills, pre-order for East Lynn pickup so we can pack exactly what you need and you won't have to wait another month for it!
Lakeview Farmers’ Market (Mississauga – Sundays) - Mississauga
Lakeview Farmers’ Market is our regular Mississauga stop, setup inside the Small Arms Inspection Building with a mix of produce, prepared food and makers.
Location: Lakeview Farmers’ Market, Small Arms Inspection Building, Mississauga
2026 dates and time: Sundays from late spring through fall, 9am-2pm
What to expect: A relaxed, destination market indoors out of the rain, heat, and wind all season. Great coffee, lots of breakfast and lunch options available and plenty of room to wander the stalls.
How to find us: Look for us in the back near the big wall of windows. We are usually near Kalas Organic Farm and directly behind Gamble Farms and their microgreens.
Pro tip: This is a great market to visit by bike. They even have bike parking set up!
Leslieville Farmers’ Market (Toronto – monthly Sundays) - Leslieville
Leslieville Farmers’ Market is one of the largest and busiest farmers' markets we attend. With lineups for coffee, families picnicking on the grass and lots of folks building their whole week’s meals from the stalls.
Location: Greenwood Park.
2026 dates and time: Select Sundays from May through fall, 9am–2pm (dates TBA).
What to expect: A lively, dog-and-kid-friendly market with big-city variety. Expect to see our bestsellers plus blends that play nicely with farmers’ eggs, veg, bread and cheeses in the other stalls.
How to find us: We are at the north-side of the market, past the area, backing onto the changing rooms for the pool. Close to most of the prepared food vendors.
Pro tip: This is a great “bring a crowd” market. If you’ve been meaning to introduce someone to our blends, Leslieville’s energy and samples make it easy.
Barrie Hill Farms Festivals - Barrie / Springwater
Barrie Hill Farms Festivals brings markets to the Barrie Hill Farms pick-it-yourself farm. We go full-on seasonal: berries, corn, harvest vibes and spice blends that love all of the above. We join them for key festival weekends, so if you’re making a day trip to pick your own fruit or soak up the fall colours, you can also restock the pantry. More detail in the Barrie Hill Farms Festival listing in Festivals & Special Events below
2026 Festivals & Special Events in Southern Ontario
Barrie Spring Garden & Home Show – March 7 & 8 at Bradford Greenhouse - Barrie / Springwater
Barrie Spring Garden & Home Show is a 2-day indoor show hosted at Bradford Greenhouse in Springwater, and it’s a perfect excuse for an early spring road trip. We bring a full selection of our spice blends, heavy on the BBQ blends and our seasonal Hot Cross Bun spice, plus Sample Packs and extras since we partner with The Measuring Spoon, who bakes with our spices – both savoury and sweet.
Gluten Free Goodness Expo – March 29 at Small Arms Inspection Building - Mississauga
Gluten Free Goodness is a dedicated gluten-free market inside the Small Arms Inspection Building, and we’re thrilled to bring a full slate of our gluten-free spice blends, rubs, dip mixes, marinades and seasonings to this event again this year. If you or your people eat gluten free, this is the one day you can walk in and know every vendor is thinking about you
Orangeville Jazz Festival – Market on Main - Orangeville
During the Orangeville Jazz Festival, we join Market on Main for a one-day market that’s packed with makers and food vendors and surrounded by music. It’s a high-energy street market where you can listen to live jazz, browse local vendors and pick up blends for grill nights and cottage weekends.
Barrie Hill Farms Festivals (Barrie area) - Barrie / Springwater
Barrie Hill Farms is where we go full-on seasonal: berries, corn, harvest vibes and spice blends that love all of the above. We join them for key festival weekends, so if you’re making a day trip to pick your own fruit or soak up the fall colours, you can also restock the pantry.
Location: Barrie Hill Farms, 2935 Barrie Hill Road, Springwater, Ontario.
2026 dates and time: (TBC) Our goal this year is to be at Strawberry, blueberry and harvest festival weekends (exact dates and times TBA; watch both our schedule and the farm’s event calendar).
What to expect: A destination farm experience with picking, wagon rides and seasonal treats. In our booth you’ll find blends that love fresh berries, grilled corn, roasted veg, sheet-pan chicken, brunch bakes and cozy fall stews.
How to find us: the market vendors are setup in tents on the path alongside the parking lot, so we will be there. This year, you might find some new faces behind the booth helping us out. Please welcome them, they've been using our spices for years and have some fun new flavour ideas to share!
Pro tip: Bring cash! It gets busy and sometimes the tech can't keep up. Build a “farm day kit” with one or two blends that match what you’re picking (berries, corn, fall veg), then take them straight into your cottage or home kitchen that night.
Holiday & Christmas Markets
It's a little early to have these locked down yet, but expect to see us at our usual events like: Sugar Plum Fair, Fair December, Bradford Greenhouse Holiday Markets, Montgomery Inn Holiday Market, Festival of Trees, Connon Maker's Market, Gilford Christmas Market,
How to Find Us + Market Pro Tips
Parking: Most of our outside-of-Toronto markets have dedicated parking. Most of our Toronto markets are transit and bike-friendly, and we'd recommend the TTC, biking or walking over driving in the city. Some markets have free or low-cost parking nearby. If you are coming for a festival, assume parking is going to be challenging and check each event's site if you must driving,
Busy times: Markets' busy times really depend on their hours. Early farmers' markets are often busiest in the first 90 minutes with popular items selling out before midday. But evening markets are often busiest between 5:30-6pm as people get off work and are looking for dinner. We try to bring enough of everything to ensure you can get your favourites but if you want to make sure you get specific blends (Shawarma, Texas Brisket, Bricklayers), aim for earlier in the market or pre-order online so we pre-pack your order for pickup at the market.
Order ahead: Order online for pickup and note your preferred market in the comments. This is critical for our custom blends, since we only bring those to market if we have extra after a custom order. That means: salt-free, sugar-free, extra spicy or double/triple-sized packages. A week’s notice is ideal for custom orders, since they are mostly blended to order.
Weather & last-minute changes: Weather, illness and surprise markets do happen. You can stay on top of any last minute changes on Instagram. Watch #TuesdayUpdateWithLex on Instagram and TikTok for the weekly schedules and any fun new markets that just pop up!
Ask what Lex is cooking: If you are looking for inspiration or not sure what to do with a blend, just ask Lex. You’ll get honest opinions, quick recipes and usually at least one wild idea to try.
Market FAQ
Which Toronto farmers’ markets will you be at 2026?
We will be at Allan Gardens Farmers' Market, Underpass Farmers' Market, Sorauren Farmers' Market, Leslieville Farmers' Market, Sick Kids Farmers' Market, Lakeview Farmers' Market. We are waiting for approval and hope to show up at: East Lynn Farmers' Market, Junction Farmers' Market.
Do you offer market pickup for online orders?
Yes. Order for pickup on our website and note which market you want in the comments. For custom orders (salt-free, sugar-free, extra spicy, double or triple sizes), give us at least a week so we can blend, pack and label everything properly. If you’re not sure on timing, DM Lex on Instagram and ask whether we can have your order ready for your target market.
How do I know if you’re at the market this week?
Our full 2026 schedule is listed on this page, and updated regularly, but the week-by-week lineup lives on Instagram in #TuesdayUpdateWithLex and in our Stories. Lex does a live #TuesdayUpdateWithLex on both Instagram (9am) and TikTok (10am ish) to let you know what markets we are at this week. You can find it posted on our account usually by noon on Tuesdays. AND you can always reply to any instagram post with the comment "markets" to get the week's dates DMed to you. When weather, illness or last-minute opportunities pop up, Instagram is where we confirm if we’re in or out and share any bonus markets or pop-ups
Are your spice blends gluten free and vegan?
Yes all of our spice blends are gluten-free and vegan, and dairy-free, nut-free, preservative-free and mixed by Lex & Gerry. For celiacs - we work out of a shared commercial kitchen space. We are in the kitchen alone, and use our own dedicated gluten-free equipment. But there is a slim possibility of cross contamination. If you have specific allergies or sensitivities, ask Lex at the booth and we’ll help you find blends that work for your kitchen.
Can I taste before I buy?
At markets we offer samples of 3-5 spice blends mixed up as Market Sample Dips, served with a corn chip to keep them gluten-free. That way you can our spice blends as a dip, fully bloomed and hydrated. If you have a specific blend you want to try at a market, you can ask in advance for us to prepare that as one of the samples. Just DM us on Instagram at least 1 day in advance.
Do you sell your spice blends outside Toronto and the GTA?
We sure do. We sell online here on LexsPantry.com and ship across Canada, coast-to-coast-to-coast. We haven't done any in-person markets outside of Ontario, yet. But we are excited about the possibility of visiting more farmers' markets across the country.
For last-minute changes (weather, cancellations, extra dates), check Instagram Stories and our weekly #TuesdayUpdateWithLex.
Looking for last year’s schedule? Find our 2025 markets here
