The Fields & Flavours Trail

A Taste of Local in the Heart of the City: Cambridge Farmers’ Market 

For visitors exploring the Fields & Flavours Trail, the Cambridge Farmers’ Market offers a taste of Waterloo Region’s agricultural bounty—right in the heart of the city. 

This bustling Saturday market is one of the oldest in Canada, with roots dating back to the 1830s. Housed in its beautiful red-brick building since 1887, the Cambridge Farmers’ Market blends deep community roots with the fresh energy of local food culture. 

Each week, a vibrant mix of vendors sets up shop with a mouthwatering array of regional goods: think farm-fresh eggs, seasonal produce, meats, cold cuts and sausages, local cheeses, maple syrup, honey, fresh from the oven breads, baked goods, and specialty ethnic foods. You’ll also find handmade crafts and unique local products that make perfect take-home mementos. 

(And here’s a fun fact: the historic Cambridge Farmers’ Market building has even had its moment in the limelight! Fans of the Hulu series The Handmaid’s Tale will recognize the market building, which was featured in several episodes from 2017 and 2018 that were filmed in and around downtown Cambridge.) 

The market is more than just a place to shop—it’s a place to experience community. It’s where food and conversation come together, where visitors meet the farmers and artisans behind the products, and where stories are shared across market tables. Whether you’re here for a loaf of fresh bread, a jar of local honey, or just to soak up the atmosphere, the Cambridge Farmers’ Market offers an authentic, welcoming stop along the trail Fields & Flavours Trail.