Artisans & Tastes Market
Every Friday 9:00 am - 2:00 pm in Southampton
Step into a beautifully crafted market scene brought to life in Southampton every Friday.
Join family & friends among colourful flowers, fresh flavours, unique treasures, and smiling faces.
Featuring 50+ opportunities for homegrown, homemade, and handcrafted goodness from across Bruce County.
Fridays, 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
June 26
July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
August 7, 14, 21, 28
Next to Southampton Coliseum
Behind Southampton Town Hall
26 Albert Street South (Highway 21)
Eat, Shop, Discover…
🥕 Fresh produce, picked and ripe
🍽️ Homemade foods & treats – bring your appetite
🌸 Beautiful flowers, clever gifts with flair
🖌️ Art, pottery & woodcraft made with care
📚 Local authors’ books with tales to discover
💎 Jewelry & unique treasures to uncover
🌊 Lake-inspired crafts to delight
🍃 Garden art & more to excite
🐶🐱 Treats & gear for pets you hold dear
🔮 A psychic reader for what may appear!
🔨 NEW Kids’ workshop — build a birdhouse 🐦🏠 while supplies last
✨ More surprises — this market’s a blast!
This Week It’s…
Connect and Share With Others…
🎨 Southampton Arts Centre – indoor gallery, classes & artwork for sale
🎭 Bruce County Playhouse – theatre tickets to mystery & laughter
⚓ Marine Heritage Society – Chantry Island Lighthouse & Keeper’s Home Tour info, restoration work, and other interesting projects to discover
💛 Huron Shores Hospice – compassion & support close to home
🦉 Bruce Wildlife Help – rescuing and rehabilitating vulnerable wildlife
🎃Pumpkinfest - info on giant vegetables, classic cars & more each fall
✨Plus other community groups offering learning, fun & care
Kid’s Birdhouse & Toolbox Building Workshop…
Building confidence & hands-on skills in partnership with the Saugeen Shores Men’s Shed. While supplies last.
Get Your 50/50 Tickets…
Last year’s winner took home $11,310!
Proceeds support family activities at the Marine Heritage Festival and Pumpkinfest.
Online sales here. Licence # RAF1551057
And More To Explore…
🛍️ High Street boutiques, cafés, licensed patios, gourmet, hardware, real estate, meats, wellness, LCBO & more
🌊 Fresh summer air, Lake Huron views & Chantry Island offshore
🚶➡️ All in one scenic walking loop
Easy to Enjoy…
👉 FREE Market Admission
🚘 FREE parking
🚲 FREE bike valet courtesy of the Town of Saugeen Shores, beside Martin’s Bike Shop on High Street
Plan Your Friday…
Be part of the scene.
Bring your appetite, curiosity, and creativity.
Eat, shop, stroll & discover this classic community - oldest port on the Bruce County coast.
Summer Gathers Here…
Where old friends connect and new friends are made!
Next to Southampton Coliseum
Behind the Town Hall
26 Albert Street South (Highway 21)
🚗 Worth the drive!
Make a day of it!
2026 Market Dates:
Fridays | 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
• June 26
• July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
• August 7, 14, 21, 28
This Artisans & Tastes Market is presented each Friday by the nonprofit Marine Heritage Society in collaboration with the Town of Saugeen Shores and community partners, and helps MHS volunteers in sustaining Chantry Island Lighthouse & Keeper’s Home tours, restoration projects, and the welcoming spirit found along the Bruce County coast.
Interested in Joining the Artisans & Tastes Market?
For Vendors
The 2026 season is full. Thank you for the support. The market proudly supports Canadian growers, cooks, and artists.
The market email is market@chantryisland.com