One day · Kitchener–Waterloo–Cambridge
Where local makers meet Main Street — a one-day market of KWC's makers, small brands and independent shops, all under one roof. Come meet your neighbours and take a little of their work home.
August 22, 2026 · St Matthews Center, Kitchener
Local vendors, neighbourly conversations and plenty of one-of-a-kind finds from our August market at St Matthews Center in Kitchener.
Why Market & Main
From local makers to independent shops and small brands — every table here belongs to a KWC small business, never a big-box chain.
Shop here and your money stays in the neighbourhood, going straight to a local owner. Bring a tote, bring a friend, and come find your next favourite local spot.
Every business is rooted right here in Kitchener, Waterloo or Cambridge.
Handmade goods, small brands and curated finds you won't see on a big-box shelf.
Open to everyone, family-friendly, and easy to drop into for an hour or three.
What you'll find
From the things you'll eat that afternoon to the ones you'll keep for years.
Ceramics, candles, jewellery and woodwork — the kind of detail only a maker fusses over.
Bakers, preserves, hot sauce, chocolate and treats made in small KWC kitchens.
Teas, balms, soaps and botanicals for slowing down and feeling good.
Original art, prints, cards and stationery straight from local hands.
Curated vintage and one-of-a-kind pieces given a thoughtful second life.
Apparel, accessories, gifts, plants and home goods from local shops and small brands.
Calling all vendors
Whether you make it, bake it, grow it or stock it, there's a table here for your small business — first market or fiftieth.
Spots are limited and lightly curated, so the mix of vendors stays fresh.
Applications are reviewed weekly. We'll email you back within a few days with next steps.
Vendor application
Having trouble seeing the form? Open the vendor application directly.
Plan your visit
Free for everyone. Bring the family and a friend or two.
Free parking on-site, plus nearby lots within a short walk.
Accessible washrooms throughout the venue.
Little ones are welcome. Official service dogs are permitted.
Most vendors take card and cash, and there's an ATM on-site.