‘Excited to be back’ — Downtown Windsor Farmers’ Market starts season

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The Farmers Market in downtown Windsor launched its 2025 season on Saturday, attracting crowds despite the sunny weather to explore suppliers and food stalls along Pelissier Street.

The outdoor market is back in its 16th season with 40 new suppliers joining the roster of returning farmers and entrepreneurs showing off their specialty foods, clothing, crafts and crafts.

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“It’s great to see everyone in Windsor support the market,” said Maggie Young, co-owner of the Little Petal Truck. “I think it’s busier than this time last year. It’s a good start.

“We are excited for a great season.”

Record-breaking about 70 vendors popped up their stalls On both sides of Pelissier Street between Wyandotte and Park Street.

market — Windsor – Essex musician Max Marshall performed at the Farmers Market in downtown Windsor on Saturday, March 29, 2025. Millar Holmes-Hill’s photo /Windsor Star

“You get more and more people from the suburbs to come to Windsor, which helps create more opportunities for small businesses,” Young told Stars. “It’s great to see people support locally rather than big stores.

“As everything happens, don’t become political, but I think it’s becoming more and more important than ever.”

Windsor’s market has been honored recently by Ontario Farmers Market as the Farmers Market of the Year 2024.

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The judge praised the market with a variety of suppliers and a vibrant atmosphere and dedication to community programs such as Good Greens, which address food insecurity and waste in the city center.

The program has transferred over 12,000 pounds (5.4 tons) of fresh produce, 3,300 tons of baked goods and 15,000 ml of candied fruit from food waste, turning it into more than 16,000 meals for vulnerable individuals organized by six local shelters.

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