JUNE 3 - OCT 7, 2026

Lake Echo Farmers Market

WEDNESDAYS 5:30 - 8PM

We are a local, weekly Farmers Market in the community of Lake Echo, Nova Scotia.

Our mission is to strengthen local food security, foster local economic growth, and cultivate a welcoming weekly community hub. We value transparency, inclusion, and collaboration.

Visit the Market

📍 Lake Echo Rec Centre
3168A Nova Scotia Trunk 7, Lake Echo, NS

🗓 Wednesdays, June 3 – October 7, 2026
(No market July 1 or September 30)

⏰ 5:30 PM – 8 PM

🚗 Free parking and public washrooms available onsite

About Lake Echo Farmers Market

The Lake Echo Farmers Market began out of curiosity... and a little frustration. Frustration with limited grocery store options and curiosity about where our food and everyday goods really come from. What started as a personal interest in locally sourced goods quickly grew into a passion project rooted in community.

Founded by Ashley, a Lake Echo resident and an entrepreneur at heart who is always looking for ways to bring people together, this market was created with a simple belief: when we support local growers and makers, we strengthen our entire community.

The Lake Echo Farmers Market is more than a place to shop. It’s a place where fresh produce is harvested closer to home, often at peak ripeness, with high nutrient value and a lower carbon footprint. It’s where small-batch goods are crafted with care, where your money stays in the local economy, and where conversations replace checkout lines.

Important Information for Visitors:

Vendors may accept cash, debit, or credit depending on their individual setup.

Free parking is available and public washrooms are located within the Rec Centre.

Well-behaved pets are welcome but must remain on leash and away from food preparation areas.

Feel free to bring a Food Bank donation. There is a Food Bank located within the Rec Centre.

Do you own or operate a local business?

We would LOVE to support you!

Interested in becoming a Vendor?

Vendor Registration Form

The market will be located OUTSIDE at the Lake Echo Rec Centre at 3168a Nova Scotia Trunk 7
In the event of inclement weather, we will move inside to the Rec Centre gym with the same available tables/chairs/power
The market will run on Wednesdays from 530-8pm from June 3rd until October 7th, 2026 (excluding July 1st and Sept 30th)
Set up begins at 430/5pm. Take down can begin at 8pm. We have the space, tables, and chairs until 830pm
Vendors pay $35 per table, per market. If you sign up for the full season, we offer a discount to $30 per table, per market.
The Rec Centre will supply 3'x6' foldable tables and 2 chairs per booth. You may be asked to help set this table up.
Vendors must comply with all applicable federal, provincial, and municipal laws and regulations, including food safety and public health requirements
Vendors must obtain and maintain all required permits, licenses, and certifications necessary to operate and provide proof upon request
Vendors must maintain valid commercial general liability insurance and provide proof upon request

See Market Vendor Handbook for more info:

Lake_Echo_Farmers_Market_Vendor_Handbook_2026_FULL.docx.pdf

Interested in a Community Table?

We offer a limited number of free Community Tables each week for local non-profit organizations, grassroots initiatives, and community groups. These tables are intended for sharing information, raising awareness, and connecting with the community.
Community Table participants may not sell goods or services. If your organization wishes to sell products or fundraise through sales, please apply as a Market Vendor.
Pre-registration is required and spaces are limited to 1–2 Community Tables per market. Please email lakeechofarmersmarket@gmail.com to register.
Acceptance into the market is at the discretion of the market manager and based on availability of space
Political campaigning or solicitation is not permitted
The market will be located OUTSIDE at the Lake Echo Rec Centre at 3168a Nova Scotia Trunk 7
The market will run on Wednesdays from 530-8pm from June 3rd until October 7th, 2026 (excluding July 1st and Sept 30th)
Set up begins at 430pm and take down can begin at 8pm.
The Rec Centre will supply 3'x6' foldable tables and 2 chairs per booth
You will be responsible for any tents or extension power cords (limited outlets available) if needed
In the event of inclement weather, we will move inside to the Rec Centre gym with the same available tables/chairs/power

Interested in Volunteering?

Volunteer Sign Up Form

Volunteers help create a welcoming, community-focused atmosphere for vendors and visitors
Please email lakeechofarmersmarket@gmail.com in advance so we can coordinate roles and scheduling
Volunteer roles may include set-up and take-down support, vendor assistance, greeting visitors, providing market information, and helping with general market operations
The market runs on Wednesdays from 530-8pm from June 3rd until October 7th, 2026 (excluding July 1st and September 30th)
Volunteer shifts may run from 4:30pm (set-up) until take-down is complete (approximately 9:00pm). We are happy to work with your preferred schedule - just let us know!
Volunteers should arrive 15 minutes before their scheduled shift to check in with the Market Manager for a quick orientation and task assignment
The market is located outdoors at the Lake Echo Rec Centre (3168a Nova Scotia Trunk 7). Volunteers should dress for outdoor weather conditions and wear comfortable footwear. Bringing a water bottle and sun or rain protection is encouraged
Youth volunteers are welcome. Volunteers under 18 require parental consent
If you are unable to attend your scheduled shift, please notify us as soon as possible so we can adjust coverage
Community service hours documentation can be provided upon request

Meet Our Past & Present Vendors!

Most vendors will be with us all season, while some pop by once in a while. We try to keep vendors diverse and allow multiple vendors per category.

We are not associated with Farmers Markets of Nova Scotia, but we try our best to adhere to their policy of Make It, Bake It, Grow It. We have limited spaces for community tables, vendors who sell services, or local businesses that do not "Make It, Bake It, Grow It".

Please reach out to lakeechofarmersmarket@gmail.com if you are interested in becoming a vendor!

Roadside's Veteran Owned BBQ Sauce

CNC By Alysha

Heart Shaped Cake Inc.

Little Hearts & Crafts

The Fish Lady

Scotian Sam Gardening

Eastern Shore Garden Club

Greens Point Studio

Willow Beach Cafe

The Harbour Brewing Company

Wagging Tails Biscuits

Tart & Soul

Simply Baked Paw Bites

Fireside Meadery

Seize the Clay

Seaside Trinkets and Treasures by Marion

Mushaboom Mushrooms

Ataraxy Farm

Of Eden Co. Handmade Jewelry & Crafts

Lake Echo Lions Club

The ATomic Dog

Food Truck

Vegetorium Farm

Honey Bow Glow

Cole Harbour Rockets

The Tiffin Box

Skeldale Farms

Green Smith Growers

SmithCo Designs

Beach Cow Boy Clothing Co.

Olde Forest Herbals

The Super Patch Company

Evergreen Art Co.

Goodies By Cee Gee

Jason Dick - Royal Lepage

QuackaDoodle Farm

Shore Peddlin'

COMING SOON!

About the Lake Echo Rec Centre

Before it was used for recreation, the Lake Echo District Park was formerly the location of a sawmill and lumber processing facility. The lake was essential in this process for the movement and storage of lumber.

The northernmost portion of the park property was acquired by the municipality from Irving Oil Company Limited in 1998. This land formerly housed a gas station that had been in operation since 1958. In the early 1990s, the former Municipality of Halifax County acquired the title from the Province conditional upon the property being used for recreation.

The Lake Echo Community Centre was built in the 1980s with an addition in the late 1990s. The Lake Echo Lions Club managed the centre until 2011 when Regional Council approved a management takeover of the facility. A community board of volunteers was established in 2012 to oversee program and building operations. The Lake Echo Community Recreation Society continues to oversee the management of the facility, and is thrilled to partner with community stakeholders.

Find us at 3168 A, Nova Scotia Trunk 7, Lake Echo, NS B3E 1B2

Free parking is available in the Rec Centre parking lot, in the HRM parking lot beside the Rec Centre, and along Hwy 7.

Visit the Market

📍 Lake Echo Rec Centre
3168A Nova Scotia Trunk 7, Lake Echo, NS

🗓 Wednesdays, June 3 – October 7, 2026
(No market July 1 or September 30)

⏰ 5:30 PM – 8 PM

🚗 Free parking and public washrooms available onsite

If you have any questions, comments, or ideas, please don't hesitate to reach out to lakeechofarmersmarket@gmail.com

The Lake Echo Farmers Market operates on the traditional and unceded territory of the Mi’kmaq people.

We acknowledge the Mi’kmaq as the past, present, and future caretakers of this land and honour their enduring connection to the land, water, and community.

We looking forward to meeting you!

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