The Horton Farmers’ Market will host its annual Maple Fest on April 25, 2026, to celebrate the end of the winter season in St. Thomas, Ontario. This event serves as the finale for the Winter at Horton indoor program before the main market season begins in May.
The festival runs from 9 am to 1 pm at 10 Manitoba Street and is expected to feature over 60 vendors. Visitors will find a mix of indoor and outdoor stalls offering farm-fresh produce, handmade goods, and various maple-themed treats. Families can also enjoy fire pits and activities designed for children throughout the morning.
Local producers like Palmer’s Maple Syrup from Port Stanley will be part of the seasonal showcase. According to Elgin County Tourism, the market is a central part of the local maple trail, highlighting products made during the production season that began in February.
The market was founded in 1878 and is one of the oldest traditional farmers’ markets in Canada. It operates as a producer-based site, which means every vendor must grow or make the items they offer for sale. This ensures that all goods found at the event are authentically local to the region.
Following the conclusion of Maple Fest, the regular market season is set to begin on May 9, 2026. This transition marks the shift from winter goods to the spring harvest for residents across the community.
