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Farmers Market and Building Rentals

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Market Square has been home to a variety of special events, and is available to rent.

Market Square

The St. Catharines landmark, known for its open-concept design, glass walls, skylights and towering ceilings is prominently located in the downtown core with plenty of on-site parking. The Market Square offers 7,600 sq. ft. of event space ideally suited for events of 600 or less with additional outdoor space available for bigger festival activations.

Market Square is also home to the St. Catharines Farmers' Market three days a week - operating on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, which does impact its availability for private rental on market days.

Farmers Market Hours of Operation

Open year round:

Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Farmers' Market Stall Rental Rates

Stall Size - 8' x 8'

Daily Rates - $28.72 + HST

Charitable / Non-Profit - $16.15 + HST

Hydro Fees - $17.88 + HST per month if applicable
One time rentals / occasional rentals are billed monthly or as agreed

Lease Holder Rates (6-12 Months) per stall*

Attending 1 day a week - $30.52 weekly + HST
Attending 2 or more days a week - $25.35 per day* + HST
MYPICK Certified Farmers - $20.27** per day + HST
Marketing Fee (Mandatory) - $27.92 monthly + HST
Hydro Fees - $17.88 + HST per month if applicable
*Subject to 85% attendance rate
**Subject to MyPick.ca Certification
Lease Holders are billed bi-annually

Note: There is a one-time annual St. Catharines Farmers Market Vendor Association fee of $25.

Farmers' Market Stall Applications, Bylaws and Resources

If you are interested in becoming a vendor at the St. Catharines Farmers Market, please fill out a Farmer's Market Vendor Application

Please note: given space limitations and the need for variety, the St. Catharines Market Square must consider the balance of the products and diversity being offered. Therefore, the market composition will be determined at the discretion of the Clerk.

Vendor Rules and Regulations

Vendor Selection Criteria

Market Square Bylaw

Private Rental Rates

Commercial

$411.46 + HST per day
Blocking of parking spots per day (Monday to Friday) $12.70 + HST
Festival booking (600+) $723.32 + HST
Parking lot usage per hour $49.60 + HST
Cancellation Fee - $50 per booking
Surcharge: $23.72 to $47.48 + HST (for use beyond regular business hours) (subject to change)

Not-For-Profit

$206.64 + HST per day
Blocking of parking spots per day (Monday to Friday) $12.70 + HST
Festival booking (600+) $413.32 + HST
Parking lot usage per hour $38.01 + HST
Cancellation Fee - $50 per booking
Surcharge: $23.72 to $47.48 + HST (for use beyond regular business hours) (subject to change)