Seedy Saturdays are fun, inexpensive events where you can swap and exchange seeds, get exciting varieties that other seed savers are sharing (as well as the stories that come with them), attend workshops and talks, meet vendors and buy seeds from seed companies. Whether you are a first-time or master gardener, seed enthusiast or expert seed saver, there really is something for everyone.
The use of open-pollinated and heritage seeds are strongly encouraged, enabling a local seed exchange, and educating the public about seed saving and environmentally responsible gardening practices. They usually occur on a Saturday, hence the name, but also occur on Sundays and other days.
To learn more about a Seedy Saturday near you see: https://seeds.ca/events/
Here are two bookend events coming this weekend.
Fernie Seedy Saturday
Saturday February 28, 2026 | 10:00 am - 2:00 pm | Seniors Drop In Centre, 3rd Avenue, Fernie, BC
Our 21st annual seed swap will feature locally grown seeds from Our Cold Climate Seed Library and local gardeners. A gardener's door prize and free draw, kids' activities, hot drinks, and info displays on gardening, composting, and seed saving round out this friendly community event.
Contact: garden.fernie@gmail.com
More information: https://wildsight.ca/branches/elkvalley/seedlibrary/ https://www.facebook.com/wildsightelkvalley
New Glasgow Seedy Saturday
Saturday February 28, 2026 | 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm | Glasgow Square Theatre, 155 Riverside Pkwy, New Glasgow, NS
Find locally adapted heritage seeds from our amazing seed vendors, learn some new garden tricks, pick up some essential gardening supplies to get your season started, or participate in our annual seed swap. To learn more about our event you can follow our facebook group page Seedy Saturday in New Glasgow
Contact: careyallan8@gmail.com
More information: https://www.facebook.com/groups/588877882742644
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