The Guelph Farmers' Market, held Saturday mornings in the Baker Street market building in the heart of downtown, is one of the city's genuine pleasures. Wellington County's rich agricultural landscape means the market has real substance — local cheese, Mennonite baked goods, fresh vegetables, meat from nearby farms, and a wide range of prepared foods. It runs year-round, though it's most vibrant in summer when local produce is at its peak.
The market operates from 7 am to noon on Saturdays; arriving before 9 am gives you the best selection and the most atmosphere before the crowds peak. The building is also used for community events throughout the week. This is not a tourist market — it is where Guelph residents actually shop, which is its main virtue.