A Slower Market for the Slow Season: A Cozy Pause from the Hustle of Summer Markets

The Horton Farmers’ Market is a vibrant destination in the heart of St. Thomas, Ontario. Since 1878, it’s been a cherished gathering place where locals and visitors alike come to shop, connect, and celebrate the region’s rich agricultural roots.

​❄️ YES… The Market is Open Year-round! 

Just because the winter season is here doesn’t mean the end of fresh, local, and delightful produce and artisanal goods. Our very own Horton’s Market transitions indoors every Saturday, which offers a cozy alternative to the bustling summer market. This is a chance to support local farmers and artisans year-round without venturing out in the cold! 

​☺️ A Market of Connection, Warmth, and Conversation

Experiencing Winter at Horton provides a more relaxed and warmhearted shopping experience. Chat with vendors, learn about their products, and take time to step away from your busy everyday life, all while indoors!
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The Horton Farmers’ Market exemplifies community focus all year-long, where you can connect with neighbors, friends, locals, and outside visitors. Sharing stories, and enjoying the simple pleasures of our hometown welcomes in the vibrance that travels throughout the doors of the market. 

🧑‍🌾Vendor Highlight

With a warm and inviting atmosphere you do not want to miss out on your favourite local vendors! Embrace a slower and more intentional way of shopping to connect with the community and support locals.

B&C Farms 🐮

• A trusted local destination for high-quality meats and honest farm-to-table products
• you can find Caroline every Saturday morning connecting with customers and explaining different cuts, sharing recipes, and talking about life on the farm!

La Houlette de vie Bakery 🥖

• Find delicious baked goods every Saturday morning, where bread & pastries are always fresh and absolutely divine! Go ahead and treat yourself!
• Every visit is enjoyable, with entertaining conversation and amazing products. It's an amazing experience!

JamBox 🍯

• Offering a variety of amazing fruit jams, speciality options, pure honey, marmalade, and more.
• JamBox strives in making everything local, eco-friendly, pure, natural, and delicious!
• From passed down recipes to new flavour combinations emerging, there's something for everyone!

Turtle + Bird Co 🪴

• Featuring beautifully crafted pottery and specialty pieces, you can find the talented Carly every Saturday. She’s always down for a nice and enjoyable chat!

Mistyglen Creamery 🥛

• An excellent place to purchase a great selection of locally produced goods 
• Find them every Saturday where you can get healthy and local farm fresh milk products!
  

​Winter at Horton features a variety of other talented vendors that you must checkout, so be sure to take a break and stop in on Saturdays to discover the charm of The Horton Farmers’ Market… Find out what they all have to offer!

✨Perks of winter at horton

​Fewer vendors means more one-on-one time to talk to the makers, creators, and producers

• The value of being seen and forming connections within the community is a feeling that can’t be beat! 

Indoor setting 

• Unhurried browsing, warm drinks, no weather stress
• Perfect for taking a minute to yourself, with loved ones, or with new friends!
• Bypass the cold to stay nice and warm

Winter as a season for supporting local in a quieter, more meaningful way

• When you support local you invest in relationships with real individuals within our community, which makes a huge difference in the growth of our hometown and the increased support of vendors!

​Why Shop Local? 

More than just a place to shop, the Horton Farmers’ Market is a hub for building community, supporting small businesses, and making healthy, sustainable choices that benefit everyone.​

• Community, connection, routine, and accessible socializing within these cold months is crucial to beat those winter blues!
• Visiting the Horton Farmers’ Market pulls you out of your everyday worries, winter isolation, and busy schedules to take a minute to experience local finds and talent.
• Shopping locally has never tasted so good. Support small businesses, enjoy healthy food, and be part of a tradition that’s been growing for over 140 years!
• Community connection, local food, and familiar faces not only brings benefits to you… but benefits local farmers, food producers, bakers, artisans, and more!
• Each purchase stays local and assists in bringing in more items for you and your loved ones to enjoy.

Winter at Horton continues to give you a true taste of St. Thomas and Elgin County. 🥰
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👨‍🌾 Market Schedule:
Saturdays May–October | 8 AM – Noon
Saturdays November–April | 9 AM – 1 PM
Annual Christmas Market – Mid-November

📍 Location: 10 Manitoba St, just north of Talbot Street downtown St. Thomas
🌐 www.hortonfarmersmarket.ca

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Author

​​​IZABELLA GONZALEZ
​Born and raised in St. Thomas, and currently studying at Western University for BMOS Accounting, Izabella is excited to help reveal the wonders of this amazing city. Izabella shares the love of bringing cultures together and understands the importance and impact of what a small-town community can accomplish. ​Helping out with the Horton Market and various events grew Izabella’s love for her hometown. Being the Railway City Tourism Assistant has encouraged Izabella to bring that enthusiasm of sharing diverse and unique experiences to others wanting to experience the Railway City.