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James Bay Market

Now in our 30th year, the James Bay Market in Victoria, BC has grown and evolved by leaps and bounds since its beginnings in 1995. This beloved Saturday Farmers Market now welcomes a vibrant gathering of 60 tents, bustling with friendly vendors from Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands.

Explore colourful displays of fresh, locally grown fruits, vegetables, and farm produce. Make mealtimes a snap with baked goods, brewed beverages, prepared foods, and preserves. Shoppers will also discover a wonderful selection of handmade goods, including art, woodworking, clothing, body care products, jewellery, and more.

James Bay Market Society Contact information

494 Superior St, Victoria, BC V8V 1T5

James Bay Market

Market, Outdoor

Market

, Outdoor

Now in our 30th year, the James Bay Market in Victoria, BC has grown and evolved by leaps and bounds since its beginnings in 1995. This beloved Saturday Farmers Market now welcomes a vibrant gathering of 60 tents, bustling with friendly vendors from Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands.

Explore colourful displays of fresh, locally grown fruits, vegetables, and farm produce. Make mealtimes a snap with baked goods, brewed beverages, prepared foods, and preserves. Shoppers will also discover a wonderful selection of handmade goods, including art, woodworking, clothing, body care products, jewellery, and more.

Saturdays, 02/05/2026 - 03/10/2026
( 9 am - 3 pm )

Locals and visitors alike love making the James Bay Market part of their Saturday must-visit.

James Bay Market Society Contact information

494 Superior St, Victoria, BC V8V 1T5

James Bay Market

Market, Outdoor

Market

, Outdoor

Now in our 30th year, the James Bay Market in Victoria, BC has grown and evolved by leaps and bounds since its beginnings in 1995. This beloved Saturday Farmers Market now welcomes a vibrant gathering of 60 tents, bustling with friendly vendors from Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands.

Explore colourful displays of fresh, locally grown fruits, vegetables, and farm produce. Make mealtimes a snap with baked goods, brewed beverages, prepared foods, and preserves. Shoppers will also discover a wonderful selection of handmade goods, including art, woodworking, clothing, body care products, jewellery, and more.

Saturdays, 02/05/2026 - 03/10/2026
( 9 am - 3 pm )

Locals and visitors alike love making the James Bay Market part of their Saturday must-visit.

Application Intake Date

15/02/2026

Vendor application and selection process

We welcome applications from vendors and performers who are passionate about sharing high-quality, locally made products and live music with our community of locals and visitors.

All products are reviewed to ensure these guidelines are met. New vendors will be reviewed by our committee before acceptance as a vendor to the JBM. There is a $20 non-refundable fee payable at time of review which is done by appointment only. We will contact you with timings. Returning vendors with new products must have those items reviewed by our Committee prior to selling them at the Market.

Cost and Stall Size Range

35

Re-selling allowed

No

Number of Vendor Spots

60

Special Vendor Requirements

The James Bay Market is adjudicated, and our criteria is “handmade, homemade, homegrown”. Vendors of foods, body care products and crafts must have products that have been substantially altered from its original state to qualify for acceptance.

Contact information

Larry Freeman

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