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Salt Spring Island Saturday Market

Fodor's choice

Locals and visitors alike flock to Ganges for the famous Saturday Market, held in Centennial Park from April through October. It's one of the island's most popular attractions. Everything sold at this colorful outdoor bazaar is made or grown on the island; the array and quality of crafts, food, and produce is dazzling. Centennial Park also hosts a farmers' market on summer Tuesdays. A two-hour (maximum) dog-sitting service is available for $10.

Tofino Public Market

Head to the Village Green on Campbell Street for food, crafts, and entertainment every Saturday from mid-May to October.