Food at Junction Public Market

The Junction Public Market is a unique artisan market in Vancouver. There are vendors in shipping containers as well as food trucks, a bar and live music.

The market debuted in 2024 and happened again in 2025. It’s an artisan market with food vendors, adult beverages and amazing views of Burrard Inlet and Canada Place.

This past year the market ran from the beginning of May until late September.

Other events like this that you might be interested in include the Shipyards Night Market and White Rock Night Markets. The first of these takes place in North Vancouver on Fridays between mid-May and mid-September. The latter takes place on Fridays, also between May and September, but only once a month. There are lots of great farmers markets in the Lower Mainland too, including ones in West Vancouver, Burnaby, New Westminster and all over the place.

Click any of the above links, or see our articles about Vancouver Farmers Markets or Best Places for Shopping to learn about other markets. Continue reading to learn about the Junction Public Market.

Junction Public Market in Vancouver

This market is a unique place for shopping and eating in Vancouver. There are many Farmers Markets and other types of outdoor markets to explore in the city and across the Lower Mainland. What sets the Junction Public Market apart from the others is its theme and location.

Instead of using canopies, vendors at the Junction Public Market set up inside customized shipping containers. There can be anywhere from around six to 15 different merchandise and artisan vendors on-site, depending on the day. There are also food trucks selling snacks and meals.

Sticking with the shipping container theme, the Junction Public Market’s patio is called the Sipping Container. It’s a licensed area where adults can enjoy local beers, wines and cocktails. In addition to the shopping, eating and drinking, the market features a Music Box. It’s a stage with live entertainment at set times throughout the week.

The Junction Public Market runs throughout the summer (and into the fall and possibly early winter, but not definitely). It’s open to everyone and there’s no cost to enter.

Live Music Junction Public Market — Karla Sax

Dates and Location

In 2025 the market went from the beginning of May until the end of September. It was going to continue until December 24th, but those plans changed.

The summer version of the market typically operates Tuesdays to Sundays between 10:00 am and 6:00 pm. The market happens on holiday Mondays in the summer, so on Canada Day, BC Day and Labour Day. The licensed patio is open between 11:00 am and 7:00 pm each day that the market is open in the summer.

The market sets up at Granville Square located at 200 Granville Street. It’s a great spot between Canada Place and Waterfront Station in downtown Vancouver.

Vendors and Food Trucks

The following vendors and food trucks participated at the market in the first couple weeks of May, 2025. The lineup evolved over the course of the year.

Market Vendors

OnlyViking
Art Spot
Destination Vancouver
All The Good Things From BC
KK Jade Jewelry
Standout Boutique
Kasandy
Franny E
Bennu Leather
Fresh Suds Soapery

Food Trucks

CookiesByJohn
Nutri Haven
Ninja Quack Smoothie
Gabronni Gelato
The Lab
Los Elotes
I Heart Souvlaki
La Jefa
Living Lotus Chocolate
Ma Pattiserie

Tips & Advice

Below are tips and suggestions to help you make the most of your experience at the Junction Public Market.

TIP #1: Take public transit if you can. The market is steps away from Waterfront Station, so it’s very easy to get to by both SkyTrain and bus. If you do decide to drive, Impark Lot #525 is directly below the market.

TIP #2: While in the area, be sure to take a walk or cycle along the Coal Harbour Seawall. It connects to Stanley Park and offers amazing waterfront views. FlyOver at Canada Place is also just a few blocks away and its multidimensional theatre is amazing.

TIP #3: The Junction Public Market is a good place to buy lunch and dinner. There aren’t a lot of food trucks there, but there are a few (or at least one or two).