Frequently Asked Questions

The closest and most convenient parking lot is located directly across from the farmers’ market on Gateway Blvd. The rate is $2.50 per hour. Payment can be made through the HotSpot Parking app, by scanning the QR code posted on the signage at the lot, or by visiting htsp.ca/ed.

There is free parking on residential streets around the area.

Other parking options are:

• Paid street parking – 102 Street, 85 Ave
• Paid lots and parking garages on/near Whyte Ave
  • Whyte Ave + Calgary Trail
  • 83rd Ave + 104 Street
  • 81st Ave + Gateway Blvd
  • Other Parking Lots in the area

Yes, a bike path runs down 83 Ave from the University to Mill Creek Ravine and beyond.

There are multiple bike racks around the building.

Free Bike Valet Service

We’ve partnered with Bike Edmonton & the Old Strathcona Business Association to provide a free Bike Valet service during market hours. From May long weekend to October, check your bikes, bike trailers, e-bikes, and e-scooters with Bike Edmonton volunteers when you arrive. Be sure to bring your lock!

Yes!

We call them “Market Bucks,” which are sold in $5, $10, and $20 increments. They are accepted by all OSFM vendors as cash.

You can purchase Market Bucks at the Info Booth during market hours. For inquiries outside of market hours, please email office@osfm.ca to arrange.

Sorry, no pets are allowed inside the Market building, except trained service animals with valid credentials. We have ample outdoor seating, weather permitting, for you to enjoy the sunshine outside the market and people watch with your furry friends.

You can find a market map with vendor locations on the Find a Vendor page under the “Market Map” tab.

• Virtually browse aisles
• Search by product or vendor name

Or you can use the “Vendor Directory” tab to:

• Browse vendor categories
• Search for product or vendor name

If you have specific questions on finding a vendor or product, please call us at 780-439-1844.

Complete our online vendor application here. Please review the vendor criteria carefully before submitting your application.

We accept part-time vendors upon approval of dates and events selected. Complete our online vendor application here.

Yes!

Yes. Lost items should be handed in to our Info Booth near the washrooms.

Visitors who may have lost something can visit the Info Booth or call 780-439-1844 to check if their belongings have been found.

We only hold lost items for 30 days, then they are donated to a local community group.

Personal use – of course! If posting on social, we’d love for you to tag us

• Facebook @oldstrathconafarmersmarket
• Instagram @strathconamarket

Professional use of photography, media content, or other public relations on-site requires approval. Please email communications@osfm.ca to discuss.