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The Sunshine Coast Passport Tour invites you to explore this laid-back coastal region. With four markets along the way, it’s the perfect opportunity to experience the area’s rich food culture and creative spirit. Stretching 180 km (110 miles) along BC’s southwest coast, this scenic area is known for its relaxed, island-like atmosphere and stunning ocean views. At each market, you’ll discover everything from garden-fresh produce and locally raised meats to freshly caught seafood and handcrafted goods made by one of the largest artist communities in the province. There’s so much to taste and do, and this tour is your perfect guide to it all.
Don’t forget to download the BC Farmers’ Market Trail app and start exploring this tour yourself! You’ll earn points for every stop you check-in at, level up, and earn rewards!
Start your Sunshine Coast adventure in Powell River with a visit to the Powell River Farmers’ Market, a welcoming country-style market that has proudly celebrated local farming traditions for over 30 years. Open Saturdays from May to September and Sundays all year long, this market offers a little something for everyone. You can pick up fresh organic produce, enjoy a hot meal from one of the food vendors, and browse handcrafted goods from local artisans. If you’re visiting with kids, don’t miss the miniature train rides!
You can stay in Powell River and check out Central Farmers’ Market, a vibrant weekend tradition that brings together the best of local food and community spirit. Held at the city’s central hub, this market runs every Saturday from spring through fall, showcasing a rich mix of offerings that highlight the region’s agricultural and artisan talents.
You’ll find an enticing array of fresh produce, organic meats, artisanal cheeses, freshly baked breads, and delectable sweets. Also on offer are house-made preserves, natural skincare products, hand-blown glass, and creative crafts. A rotating selection of food trucks and prepared-food stalls means you can stay and enjoy a meal, complete with coffee or a locally made refreshment.
Next, head to Sechelt to explore the Davis Bay Farmers’ Market, located beside the historic Davis Bay Wilson Creek Community Hall. Known for its commitment to going “beyond organic,” this market offers ultra-fresh, locally grown produce picked straight from the garden and delivered directly to your plate.
Stroll through the stalls to find a wide variety of seasonal fruits and vegetables, fresh-baked bread and pastries, homemade jams, unique crafts, and local artwork. Whether you’re after a hearty breakfast, a sandwich to-go, or a great cup of coffee, this market has plenty of tasty options to enjoy while soaking in the laid-back Davis Bay atmosphere.
Also in Sechelt, your next stop is the Sechelt Farmers’ and Artisans’ Market, the largest outdoor market on the Sunshine Coast. Taking place every Saturday from late March through October, rain or shine, this vibrant market features over 60 vendors offering an impressive selection of local goods.
What began 25 years ago with a handful of farmers and artists has grown into a thriving community gathering place focused on quality and hyper-local offerings. Browse fresh produce, locally caught seafood, baked goods, flowers, and handcrafted artisan items like craft beer, pottery, textiles, and original artwork. With its lively atmosphere and deep community roots, this market is a must-visit on your Sunshine Coast tour.
The Lagoon Restaurant at Painted Boat Resort, Spa & Marina
A highlight for food lovers visiting the Sunshine Coast, the Lagoon Restaurant offers a memorable dining experience with stunning views of Pender Harbour. Located at the Painted Boat Resort, Spa & Marina, this waterfront restaurant features a seasonal menu inspired by Pacific Northwest flavours and made with locally sourced ingredients. From fresh seafood to beautifully prepared produce, each dish reflects the bounty of the region. Pair your meal with a craft cocktail or a glass of BC wine from their thoughtfully curated list, and soak in the relaxed coastal atmosphere.
Persephone Brewing Company
Persephone Brewing in Gibsons is a true farm-to-table (and farm-to-barrel) success story nestled in the Sunshine Coast countryside. On its 11-acre organic farm, Persephone grows hops, barley, apples, vegetables, and keeps laying hens, while also hosting greenhouses and a bustling apiary. This ensures that virtually every ingredient in its beers is grown right on site! As BC’s first farm-based certified B Corporation, Persephone champions regenerative agriculture and sustainable waste systems: they compost spent grain and reuse brewery water for crop irrigation, enriching the soil and minimizing environmental impact.
The tasting room, housed in a charming red barn, offers direct access to the farm experience. You can sip their award-winning Pollinator Pilsner brewed with on-site hops, organic barley, and local honey, while pizza from their wood-fired oven is served at picnic tables overlooking the fields. Beyond brewing, Persephone nurtures community through CSA “Beer Farm Food Boxes,” farm tours, workshops, and live music nights. They truly weave together food, agriculture, and craft beer in one inspiring, farm-centric destination.
Supercharger Pizza
Supercharger Pizza in Powell River is a nostalgic, 80s-inspired pizzeria. This cozy spot serves foldable New York-style slices with a Neapolitan edge, featuring inventive 14″ pies like the garlic-cream based “Chuck E Cheese” with smoked Italian and blue cheeses, fried rosemary, and honey, alongside bold specials such as the “Road to Hana” with smoked Italian cheese, braised pork shoulder, chilli caramelized pineapple, and pickled pepperoncini . Beyond pizza, the menu includes crisp wings, fresh farm salads, cheesy garlic bread, and rotating weekly specials, all rooted in high-quality ingredients.
Bruinwood Estate Distillery
Tucked among an orchard and apiary in Roberts Creek, Bruinwood Estate Distillery is a must-visit for lovers of local flavour. For the past seven years, co-owner Danise Lofstrom has been a cheerful fixture at the Sechelt Farmers’ Market, known for her infectious humour and deep knowledge of the craft spirits she and her partner, Jeff Barringer, create. Together, they operate Bruinwood on a beautiful five-acre property where they grow and forage many of the ingredients that go directly into their spirits.
As a craft distillery, Bruinwood is required to source its base ingredients from BC farmers, and they take that one step further by infusing their spirits with locally foraged flavours like blackberries, spruce tips, quince, rhubarb, and even licorice fern. These infusions are often gathered from their own land or nearby farms and wild spaces. Their Botanical Garden Gin, for example, is a sensory tour of the Sunshine Coast, made with herbs and elderflower from the Sunshine Coast Botanical Garden. Their K’Neko Honey Spirit, made with honey from their own bees, earned national recognition for “Excellence in Terroir”, a true testament to their farm-to-bottle philosophy.
With a cozy tasting cabin, free tastings, and warm hospitality, a visit to Bruinwood feels more like being welcomed into a friend’s home than a traditional distillery experience. Their small-batch vodkas and liqueurs featuring creative flavours like espresso, mandarin, haskap, and ube, have earned them fans across the province and beyond. Whether you discover Bruinwood at the farmers’ market or make the trip to their orchard-side tasting room, you’ll find a business that truly captures the spirit of the Sunshine Coast.
Explore some of the fun and unique things to do on the Sunshine Coast with immersive farm experiences, foraging tours, guided tours and adventures, museums and more!
Farm Ventures
Farm Ventures in Roberts Creek offers a fun, hands-on farm experience for all ages. Guests can enjoy meeting friendly animals at the petting zoo, scenic horse and pony rides, and guided farm tours. They also bring the farm to you with mobile petting zoos and pony rides for events. It’s a great way to spend the day with family.
Sunshine Coast Botanical Garden
The Sunshine Coast Botanical Garden in Sechelt is a 40-acre sanctuary showcasing over 2,000 plant species native to the Pacific Northwest. Visitors can explore accessible walking paths through meadows, woodlands, and wetlands, and enjoy features like the Rhododendron Walk, vegetable gardens, and bee hives. The garden also offers educational programs and seasonal events, making it a perfect spot for nature lovers and families.
Skookumchuck Narrows Provincial Park
Explore Skookumchuck Narrows Provincial Park in Egmont and experience the awe-inspiring Skookumchuck Narrows from popular viewpoints like Roland Point and North Point. Here, the Sechelt Rapids surge with incredible force, with water levels shifting by more than 9 feet, forming spectacular whirlpools that draw thrill-seeking kayakers and divers from around the globe.
Gibsons Public Market
Housed in a restored historic building, Gibsons Public Market features a variety of local vendors offering fresh seafood, organic produce, artisanal cheeses, and more. The market also hosts the Nicholas Sonntag Tidepools Aquarium, providing interactive exhibits on local marine life. With its waterfront location, the market offers a welcoming space for visitors to enjoy local food, art, and community events.
Terracentric Coastal Adventures
Terracentric Coastal Adventures in Lund offers small group and private guided tours perfect for all ages and skill levels. Local experts lead guests on boat, kayak, and hiking adventures that showcase the stunning natural beauty of BC’s west coast. They also offer kayak rentals, lessons, and marine transport services to popular spots like the Sunshine Coast Trail and Desolation Sound.
Powell River Historic Townsite District
Powell River Historic Townsite is a must-see on the Sunshine Coast, featuring over 400 preserved buildings dating back to the early 1900s. Once the site of the world’s largest pulp and paper mill, this charming area offers a unique glimpse into the region’s past. Pick up a Historic Townsite Walking Tour Map at a Sunshine Coast Visitor Centre to begin your journey through history.
tems swiya Museum
The tems swiya Museum is a must-visit when you’re in Sechelt. Owned and operated by the shíshálh Nation, this museum houses a rich collection of artifacts that preserve and celebrate the cultural heritage of the shíshálh people. It plays a vital role in keeping their traditions and history alive for generations to come.
Talaysay Tours
Talaysay Tours located on the Southern Sunshine Coast provides authentic cultural and educational experiences through unique eco-adventures. Their guided kayaking, hiking, snowshoeing, nature walks, and Coast Salish art tours immerse visitors in First Nations history, culture, and traditional ways of life, offering a meaningful connection to the land and its stories.
Plan your stay on the Sunshine Coast with a range of accommodations from high-end oceanfront resorts to cozy cottages, hostels and scenic campgrounds. Find the best option for you at SunshineCoastCanada.com.