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When is the Kitchener Market open?

Food Hall

The Food Hall is open five days a week and offers a variety of breakfast and lunch options, with cuisines from around the world. 

Food Hall Hours

Tuesday to Friday: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Saturday: 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Sunday and Monday: Closed

Saturday Farmers' Market

Our Farmers' Market runs every Saturday, featuring unique local vendors and artisans. Our vendors offer a variety of fresh and local produce, meat, dairy products, and more, all year long. 

Farmers' Market Hours

Saturday: 7 a.m. - 2 p.m., year-round

How do I get to the Kitchener Market?

Address:

300 King Street East
Kitchener, ON
N2G 2L3

ION light rail

If you are taking the ION light rail, hop off at the Kitchener Market station! Located one block south of the Kitchener Market, this is a convenient and eco-friendly way to get to and from the market.

ION Stations and Bus Connections horizontal line map

Learn more about the ION system.

Public transit (GRT)

Waterloo Region’s transit system, Grand River Transit, has many stops within walking distance of the Kitchener Market. Get to and from the Market easily by hopping on a bus or the ION light rail.

Nearby GRT stops

  • ION light rail: Kitchener Market Station – towards Conestoga or Fairway
  • Route 1: Cedar / Kitchener Market – towards Fairway or the Boardwalk
  • Route 3: Kitchener Market Station – towards Frederick or Sunrise Centre
  • Route 4: Frederick Station – towards Frederick or the Boardwalk
  • Route 7: King / Kitchener Market – towards Conestoga or Fairway
  • iXpress 204: Frederick Station – towards Ottawa / Lackner or the Boardwalk
Unsure of which route is best for you? Use Google Maps to plan your route.
Driving

Kitchener Market is easily accessible from all corners of the tri-cities, and is a short drive away from Highways 7, 8, 85 and the 401.

Use the links below to get step-by-step directions in Google Maps. If you use another navigation system, set your destination to “Kitchener Market.” Our address is 300 King St. E., Kitchener, ON.

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Where can I park my bike or car?

There are many options onsite or nearby for parking your bike or car at The Market.

Parking tip: The market experience is even better when you bring your family and friends! Carpooling helps us keep more parking spaces available for market customers. The best time to find on-site parking is between 7 - 9 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. when the market is less busy.

Bike parking

Bring your bike to the market! We have bike racks on the piazza, on King St. E., on Eby St. and by the Cedar St. side entrance. 

Free and secure bike parking is available at the Charles & Benton garage. Register online to get 24/7 access.

Parking garages and lots

The Kitchener Market sits on top of a convenient, safe and accessible parking garage. Parking here costs $4.00 for the first two hours, and $1.80 for each additional half hour. On Saturdays from 7 a.m. – 2 p.m., parking in the Kitchener Market garage off Cedar St. is free.

During peak market hours, the Kitchener Market garage may be temporarily closed due to parking demands. 

Popular parking options

  • Kitchener Market garage – access from Cedar St.
  • Charles & Benton garage – access from Charles St. E. (opens at 9am)
  • Market Square – access from Scott St.
  • KW Racquet Club – access from Duke St.
  • Queen St. N. lot – access from Goudies Lane
Find more parking options

Is the Kitchener Market breastfeeding-friendly?

Breastfeeding friendly. Anytime. Anywhere. The City of Kitchener operates family friendly facilities and supports breastfeeding mothers. 

More at The Market

Public events, programs for children, cooking and DIY classes, live music, and so much more. Subscribe to our events calendar to see what's happening at the Kitchener Market! 

Don't see what you're looking for? Let us know or plan your own event. Custom packages and space rentals are available.

Free Wi-Fi

Use your own phone, tablet or computer with our free Wi-Fi. Choose the “Kitchener Public WiFi” network and follow the instructions that show up.

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Contact information

If you have any questions, concerns or comments, our team is happy to help!

Kitchener Market Office
Phone: 519-741-2287 

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