Experience one of Sidney’s most beloved summer traditions at the Sidney Street Market, where Beacon Avenue transforms into a vibrant pedestrian marketplace filled with local vendors, live entertainment, food, and community spirit.
Held Thursday evenings throughout the summer, the Sidney Street Market brings together hundreds of vendors, artisans, makers, growers, food producers, and community organizations from across Vancouver Island and beyond. Stretching along downtown Sidney’s iconic Beacon Avenue, the market offers a lively atmosphere where visitors can shop, dine, and explore while enjoying the charm of one of Canada’s most walkable waterfront towns.
Visitors can browse an ever-changing selection of handcrafted goods, artwork, jewelry, home décor, specialty foods, fresh produce, clothing, gifts, and locally made products. Along the way, food vendors serve up a wide variety of delicious options, while musicians and performers add to the festive atmosphere that has made the market a favourite destination for residents and visitors alike.
More than just a market, the Sidney Street Market is a weekly community gathering that showcases the creativity, entrepreneurship, and vibrant local culture of the Saanich Peninsula. Whether you’re searching for unique treasures, enjoying dinner with friends, or simply taking in the sights and sounds of a summer evening, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Presented by the Sidney Business Improvement Area Society, the Sidney Street Market has become one of Vancouver Island’s premier outdoor markets and a highlight of the summer season.
Come explore downtown Sidney, support local businesses and makers, and experience the energy and excitement of the Sidney Street Market.
The 2026 Sidney Street Market runs every Thursday evening from June 4 to September 10, 2026, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Beacon Avenue in downtown Sidney.
2026 Sidney Street Market Dates
- June 4
- June 11
- June 18
- June 25
- July 2
- July 9
- July 16
- July 23
- July 30
- August 6
- August 13
- August 20
- August 27
- September 3
- September 10
That’s 15 market nights in total for the 2026 season.