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The Errington Farmers' Market was established in 1973 by the late Gerry Shaw with the help of her father, Fred Kaufer, husband Terry and sons Mark and Stan. Originally located across the road from the Errington General Store, the market became a popular destination for Errington and area residents on summer Saturday mornings. Sadly, Gerry was struck by cancer and passed away in 1988. A non-profit society was formed to carry the Market forward.

In 1992, the property was sold and the market had to look for a new home. It found one in the Community Park next to Errington Hall. With the cooperation of the Hall Association, largely donated materials, and much volunteer labour, stalls, picnic tables and a small coffee shop were constructed in a clearing next to the ball field and the summer Saturday morning market ritual resumed. The Market re-opened in its new location in July, 1993. Now in its 37th year, a visit to the Market is still a great way to spend a summer morning.

Governed by the Farmers' Market Society, the market offers fresh produce, baked goods, bedding plants and items created by local crafters as well as coffee and goodies from the coffee shop in a woodsy, friendly atmosphere. There is always music playing, activities for the kids, and lots of conversation with friends and neighbours.

Market hours are 10am to 1pm

The 2010 Market opens May 1st and runs every Saturday through the Summer until September 25th.


Free Entertainment the Band Shell!

Live music is featured every Saturday so you will hear a variety of music, from the local marimba band to fiddlers and folksingers. Again this year the musicians are partially sponsored by the Parksville Bottle & Recycling Depot.

Entertainers for this Summer

May 1 - Every Voice Singers

May 8 - Terry Mack

May 15 - Denny Eddy

May 22 - Donna & Bill Konsorado

May 29 - Linda Walker

June 5 - Classical Tub

June 12 - Peter Mason & Friends

June 19 - Kirk & Co.

June 26 - Maureen O'Hearn

July 3 - Ask Alice

July 10 - Detective Collective

July 17 - Blue Rose

July 24 - Jond

July 31 - Trinitude

Special Events for Summer 2010

Watch here for a listing of all the special events scheduled for this summers Market.

For stall rental information call Susanne Vigneault at (250)954-2922

Market Basket
Every week, each of the vendors donates an item they produce to the brimming Market Basket of goodies. Tickets are $1.00 for a chance on the Draw, held at noon. You could be the lucky winner of this coveted collection of produce, baking, flowers, art and craft - basket and all!

For further information about the Market call Andrew Hain at (250)951-0558


To download the Vendor Application form in .pdf format click here: Vendor Information

To download the Market Rules in .pdf format click here: Market Rules

NOTE: Adobe Acrobat reader is required to read and print above files


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