Fairgrounds Farmers’ Market — original Showcase photograph

Farmers’ Market Showcase

Severn • Simcoe County • Orillia & Lake Country

Fairgrounds
Farmers’ Market

Saturday traditions. Local food through the seasons.

Plan your market visit ↓

One market, with indoor and outdoor seasons.

The official market site lists summer Saturdays outdoors, May–October, 8 a.m.–1 p.m., and winter Saturdays indoors, November–April, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Confirm any holiday changes or special arrangements before travelling.

Know before you go

Visitor Information

📍 Location
ODAS Park, 4500 Fairgrounds Road, Severn, Ontario, L3V 0Y2. This is the Fairgrounds market, separate from downtown Orillia’s municipal market.
🗓 Market schedule
Year-round Saturdays: summer May–October, 8 a.m.–1 p.m.; winter November–April, 9 a.m.–1 p.m., according to the official market website. Check the current calendar for exceptions.
🥕 What to expect
Seasonal produce, prepared foods and local makers. Offerings vary with vendor attendance and harvest conditions.
🌐 Official information
Fairgrounds Farmers’ Market

Make the most of the day

Plan Your Visit

⏱ Choose your timing. Allow time to browse and ask vendors what is available. Choose the correct seasonal hours and confirm the indoor/outdoor setting for your visit.

🌾 Shop with the season. Bring a shopping bag and ask vendors about their products and growing area.

👨‍👩‍👧 For families: Allow time to browse together. Photographs show past visits; current vendors, activities and layouts may differ.

♿ Parking and accessibility: Confirm parking, entrances, washrooms and individual access needs with the organizer before travelling.

Visit the official market website ↗

The experience

A Saturday connection to local growers and makers.

At the fairgrounds in Severn, market shopping brings the region’s food producers and community into one shared stop.

Fresh produce, baking and handmade finds give visitors a reason to pause, ask a question and meet the person behind a product. The setting changes with the seasons, from outdoor stalls to an indoor winter gathering. Pair your browse with nearby Orillia or a countryside food stop, checking each destination’s current visitor details.

Did You Know?

Two different farmers’ markets serve this area. Fairgrounds Farmers’ Market is at ODAS Park in Severn; the City of Orillia’s downtown market is a separate destination.

Explore more Ontario food and farming traditions in our Agritourism Guides.

Email contact: info@orilliafairgroundsfarmersmarket.com

Original market photographs and promotional images are retained below. Older building signs may show summer hours; use the current seasonal visitor information above.

Fairgrounds Farmers’ Market building and original sign — check current seasonal hours Original market overview graphic Original Fairgrounds indoor winter market poster — 9 a.m.–1 p.m.

About the Farmers’ Market

Building Community Through Local Food

Founded to support local farmers, food producers, and artisans, the Fairgrounds Farmers’ Market, Severn, Ontario focuses on creating direct connections between producers and consumers while strengthening the region’s local food economy. The market’s mission emphasizes fresh local products, small business support, and community engagement. (Orillia & Lake Country Tourism)

Original Fairgrounds Farmers’ Market Showcase image

Throughout the season, shoppers can discover locally grown produce, farm-raised meats, baking, prepared foods, specialty groceries, handcrafted items, and artisan creations while speaking directly with the people who grow, bake, and create the products being sold. (Fairgrounds Market)

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The market’s year-round format helps create a strong sense of continuity and community, with many visitors making Saturday market visits part of their regular routine. During the outdoor season, the fairgrounds setting can provide space for additional vendors and a lively open-air market atmosphere; confirm any entertainment with the current program. (OrilliaMatters.com)

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Fun Facts

  • The market operates year-round with both indoor and outdoor seasons.
    • Vendor participation varies by season; check the market’s current roster.
    • Visitors can find both farm-fresh foods and handcrafted artisan products.
    • The market has become a popular Saturday destination for both residents and tourists visiting Orillia and Lake Country.
    • Free parking at the fairgrounds makes the market especially convenient for visitors exploring the region. (brucegreysimcoe.com)

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About the Community — Orillia, Ontario

Located between Lake Simcoe and Lake Couchiching, Orillia is often referred to as the “Sunshine City” and serves as one of Central Ontario’s most popular tourism destinations. Known for its waterfront parks, historic downtown, arts scene, and nearby outdoor recreation opportunities, Orillia attracts visitors throughout the year. (Wikipedia)

Mariposa Market

The surrounding region combines lakeside tourism with strong agricultural traditions, creating an ideal environment for farmers’ markets, farm experiences, and local food tourism. Visitors exploring the Orillia area can enjoy scenic drives, boating, hiking, local restaurants, festivals, and agritourism experiences throughout Simcoe County and nearby Muskoka.

Waterfront

Orillia is also known for its connections to arts and culture, including the famous Mariposa Folk Festival, while the surrounding countryside continues to support farms, orchards, food producers, and rural communities that contribute to the region’s unique character. (Wikipedia)

Orillia Park

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