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Two free-to-enter summer markets are coming to Vancouver’s VanDusen Botanical Garden

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Summer markets, be they farmers markets or cultural fairs, are some of the highlights of Vancouver summers, and Portobello West is hosting two free-to-enter markets at VanDusen that plant lovers won’t want to miss.

With 7,500 plant species originating from around the globe, the 55-acre VanDusen Botanical Garden is the perfect place to enjoy local art while surrounded by breathtaking nature.

For two days this summer, VanDusen visitors can check out their classic Portobello West Makers Market, which will bring together 39 top-notch B.C. artists, designers, and producers, allowing them to get the inside scoop on their creative processes.

Vendors include jewelry makers, home decor, skincare, and much more, according to an Instagram post.

From a woodweaver to a distillery, here are all the vendors you’ll see at the market this June:

Amichi Studio
Art by Jessica Timberlake
Asiri Cosmetics
Aya Oil Art
Bee Kind Designs
By Monsieur
ChopValue
Dimpleskins Naturals
DVE Collective
Escape Into Color
Fairy’s Thread
FML Creations
Freeloaders Pet Goods
Galdino Arts
Hugh’s Creations
Irit Sorokin Designs
Joelle Sept Ceramics
Lethal Lites Candles
Magnetifypics
Mandala Blooms Creative
Momcouver Designs
MUD by DJB
Mythology Vineyard
PenguinPurl Handmade
Ponpon Project
Raincity Distillery
Rasheenas
Red Pot Pottery
RollingCabin.store
Second Savour
Sega Na Leqa Crafts
SoftiePal
Soxwm Wood Creations
Street Cat Designs
Too Good Coffee Roastery
Top That Fashions
Viva Health Skincare
Wildcraft Organic Ltd.
Wood Weaver

Ready to check it out? Mark your calendars for either Saturday, June 28 or Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025.

Both markets will take place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on their respective dates at the Floral Hall next to the visitor centre. Once you’ve perused the market to your heart’s content, you’re just steps away (and a $15 admission fee) from the acres of summer blooms in the garden.