About the Farmers’ Market

A Seasonal Community Market Celebrating Lanark County Agriculture & Local Food Traditions

The Perth Farmers’ Market is a well-established seasonal market that brings together farmers, food producers, artisans, and residents from across the region. Operating from spring through fall, the market reflects Perth’s long-standing connection to agriculture, local trade, and community gathering.

Each season, the market returns as a familiar and anticipated part of the town’s rhythm, signalling fresh harvests, outdoor shopping, and the opportunity to meet directly with the people who grow and make local food.

Rooted in Lanark County Agriculture

The Perth Farmers’ Market draws vendors from Lanark County and nearby rural communities. Market offerings typically include:

• Fresh seasonal fruits and vegetables
• Farm-raised meats, eggs, and dairy products
• Baked goods, preserves, honey, and maple products
• Prepared foods and specialty items
• Handmade crafts and artisan goods

These direct-to-consumer connections help strengthen relationships between producers and customers while supporting the local agricultural economy.

A Market Guided by the Growing Season

As a non-year-round market, the Perth Farmers’ Market closely follows Ontario’s agricultural calendar. Spring introduces early greens and seedlings, summer brings peak-season abundance, and fall showcases harvest vegetables, preserves, and baking. This seasonal flow reinforces the importance of eating locally and in step with the land.

A Weekly Gathering Place

Market days offer more than shopping. They provide a welcoming space where neighbours meet, visitors pause to explore, and conversations unfold easily between stalls. The market’s setting within the town encourages walking, lingering, and pairing a market visit with time spent exploring nearby shops, cafés, and public spaces.

Supporting Local Farms & Independent Producers

By providing a reliable seasonal outlet, the Perth Farmers’ Market helps sustain small farms, food businesses, and rural artisans. It offers producers visibility and continuity while giving the community access to fresh, locally made goods and a deeper understanding of regional agriculture.

A Seasonal Tradition in Perth’s Community Life

The Perth Farmers’ Market remains an important warm-weather tradition—one that celebrates agriculture, craftsmanship, and the simple act of coming together in a shared public space.

About the Community

Perth, Ontario: A Historic Lanark County Town Where Heritage, Waterways & Rural Roots Endure

Located in Lanark County, Perth is a historic town known for its stone architecture, scenic waterways, and strong sense of community identity. While admired today for its preserved streetscapes and cultural life, Perth’s foundations are firmly rooted in agriculture, early industry, and regional trade.

A Community Shaped by Waterpower & Settlement

Perth developed in the early 1800s along the Tay River, where waterpower supported mills, workshops, and small industries. These enterprises served surrounding farms and helped establish Perth as a regional service centre.

Historic stone buildings, bridges, and mill sites continue to reflect this early period of growth.

A Landscape of Rivers, Farmland & Heritage Streets

Perth is defined by a blend of natural and built environments, including:

• The Tay River and its parklands
• Rolling farmland beyond the town
• Heritage stone homes and civic buildings
• Tree-lined streets and public gardens
• Rural roads connecting nearby farming communities

This balance of landscape and architecture gives Perth its distinctive character.

A Community Known for Civic Pride & Participation

Perth has long been supported by active community involvement. Residents contribute to:

• Heritage preservation and cultural organizations
• Local events and seasonal traditions
• Volunteer groups and service clubs
• Independent businesses and artisans
• Agricultural and rural initiatives

This commitment helps sustain the town’s close-knit atmosphere.

Agriculture’s Continuing Presence

Agriculture remains an important part of Perth’s surrounding region. Lanark County supports:

• Livestock and mixed farming
• Hay, grain, and crop production
• Small-scale and diversified farms
• Food producers supplying local markets

These connections remain visible through seasonal events and venues such as the Perth Farmers’ Market.

A Natural Companion to the Perth Farmers’ Market

Together, Perth and its farmers’ market reflect shared values:

• Support for local agriculture
• Seasonal awareness
• Community gathering
• Producer-to-customer relationships
• Respect for rural traditions

The market serves as a living link between town life and the surrounding countryside.

A Town Where History, Agriculture & Community Continue Side by Side

Whether walking along the river, exploring historic streets, supporting local producers, or gathering at the farmers’ market, Perth offers a community experience shaped by land, history, and people, enduring, grounded, and distinctly Lanark County.