Vendor Events in Magog, QC

The Marché public de Magog is a seasonal weekly farmer's market and artisan fair held every Sunday at the scenic Plage des Cantons waterfront location on Lake Memphremagog. Producers and artisans from the agri-food sector and local trades gather to sell fresh produce, artisanal goods, baked items, specialty foods, and handcrafted products. The market attracts both locals and tourists seeking regional products and a community gathering experience. The location offers beach access, picnic areas, children's playground, free parking, and live music performances. The market runs from mid-May through mid-October, making it ideal for vendors targeting the spring through fall seasons. Contact: marchepublicmagog@gmail.com or 819-640-2960.

This annual harvest festival celebrates the wine and cider season in Quebec's Eastern Townships region, drawing visitors eager to taste and purchase directly from local producers. Held over two weekends in early September at Pointe Merry in Magog, the Fête des Vendanges Magog-Orford brings together over 75 vineyards, cideries, and distilleries alongside artisanal food producers like cheesemakers and specialty food makers. The event captures that transitional moment when summer turns to fall and the region's grape harvest kicks into gear, making it an ideal time for both established wine enthusiasts and casual visitors exploring the local beverage scene. Beyond the primary focus on wine, cider, and spirits, the festival creates space for complementary artisan vendors selling handmade goods including jewelry, natural soaps, glassware, and clothing. This mixed vendor approach means the event attracts a diverse crowd: wine tourists, locals looking to stock up on fall provisions, gift shoppers seeking unique handcrafted items, and people interested in discovering new food and beverage producers. The two-weekend format (September 5-7 and 12-13) gives vendors flexibility and allows attendees multiple opportunities to visit without being locked into a single weekend. The Magog-Orford area has established itself as a destination for wine and agritourism, so foot traffic at this festival typically includes visitors traveling specifically for the event as well as regional locals making it part of their fall tradition. Vendors can expect a mix of wholesale buyers, retailers, and direct consumers, with strong interest in quality local products that represent the region's agricultural identity. The festival setting encourages longer browsing sessions and multiple purchases compared to typical markets, and the emphasis on food and beverage creates natural cross-shopping opportunities for artisans whose products complement wine, cider, and culinary experiences.