Think crisp apples, hearty squash, golden honey, and warm-from-the-oven pies. With tote bags in hand, now’s the time to savour the season before the farmers’ markets close for the year and the fields go quiet for winter. With the end of the season, the farms celebrate the season with corn mazes, pumpkins and all things fall.
Here are the farms and markets where you can soak up the best of fall in Markham:
Farm Fun:
Reesor’s Farm Market
Reesor’s is a full fall destination, with pick-your-own pumpkins, a family-friendly corn maze, and shelves stocked with fresh seasonal produce. The bakery fills the market with the sweet scents of autumn, from warm pies to other baked treats. Famous for their freshly baked pies, Reesor’s is a must-stop for anyone craving the flavours of the season.
Web: https://reesors.ca/
Carma Farms
Fall is the perfect time to visit Carma Farms, where the countryside comes alive with seasonal colour. Along with fresh produce and autumn baked treats, families can meet and feed friendly animals and enjoy farm fun before winter sets in. Keep an eye out for special events, as autumn is when the farm feels its most charming.
Web: https://www.carmafarms.com/
Organics Farm
Nothing says fall quite like apple picking, and Organics Farm is the only place in Markham where you can harvest organic apples right from the orchard. Their farm market stocks ready-picked seasonal produce and wood-fired bakery treats that pair perfectly with a cool autumn day. Bring a basket, bundle up, and savour the flavours of the harvest.
Web: https://www.organicsfarm.ca/
Judy’s Tropical Garden
Even in the heart of fall, Judy’s Tropical Garden brings a taste of sunshine to Markham. Their 60-acre farm offers a mix of Southern Ontario favourites and tropical produce you won’t find at your average market. It’s the perfect spot to discover unique fall produce and add a twist to your seasonal meals.
Web: https://judystropicalgarden.com/
Sweet Acres Pig Sanctuary
There’s something about fall that makes a visit to Sweet Acres Pig Sanctuary especially cozy. This peaceful countryside retreat invites you to meet rescued pigs, hear their stories, and enjoy the crisp autumn air while surrounded by golden leaves. Powered by love and supported through donations, it’s a heartwarming way to spend a fall afternoon.
Web: https://sweetacrespigsanctuary.com/
Lionel’s Farm
With pony rides and a barnyard full of animals, Lionel’s Farm is a fall favourite for families. The crisp air, colourful leaves, and friendly animals make for a storybook day out before the farm closes for the season at the end of October.
Web: https://www.lionelsfarm.com/
Honey Hill Farmstead
Autumn at Honey Hill feels magical. Their flower fields shift with the season, while their bees produce golden honey that’s perfect for cozy fall recipes. Seasonal sip-and-stroll evenings and bonfires make it the ultimate fall farmstead escape.
Web: https://www.honeyhillfarm.ca/
Fresh Farmers Markets
Main Street Markham Farmers’ Market
It’s the last call for Markham’s largest farmers’ market. With 30 vendors each weekend, you’ll find seasonal produce like apples and squash, local bakers serving up fresh pies, and artisan makers offering handcrafted creations to keep you warm. The market is the heartbeat of autumn in Markham, wrapping up at the end of October.
Web: https://www.mainstreetmarkham.com/farmers_market.php
York Farmers Market
One of the oldest in the GTA, York Farmers Market has been a community staple since 1953. Open year-round and held indoors, it’s perfect for a fall day rain or shine. Inside, you’ll find seasonal produce, homemade jams, baked goods, and specialty items that make autumn weekends taste a little sweeter.
Web: https://yorkfarmersmarket.com/
Fresh Heads Farm Market
This innovative market proves that fresh flavours don’t stop when the weather cools. Their aquaponic system keeps greens thriving well into fall, offering a unique way to keep your table filled with local produce even as the harvest season winds down.
Web: https://www.ontariosustainableagriculture.ca/
19th Avenue Farm Market
Family-run and full of flavour, 19th Avenue Farm Market brims with fall bounty. You’ll find seasonal touches to decorate your home, from pumpkins to vibrant mums, along with an abundance of farm-fresh produce to fill your table with the season’s best, think local peaches, hearty squash, and crisp eggplants. It’s the kind of place that captures the true heart of the harvest.
Web: https://www.wethefresh.ca/
Your Fall Farm Crawl Awaits
From pumpkin patches and corn mazes to apple orchards and farm animals, Markham’s farms and farmers’ markets capture the very best of autumn. Pack a tote bag, pull on your favourite sweater, and spend a crisp fall day discovering the harvest.
Be sure to check out our Farm & Markets Trail, the perfect way to turn a market stop into a full autumn adventure. You can even mark off each farm and market you visit along the way.
