Shop the stalls at Melbourne's iconic markets for locally-made gifts, fresh produce and more.

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Hawker 88 Night Market

There's no need to wait until winter for another delicious night market in Melbourne! Hawker 88 returns for five weeks of foodie fun, with different dishes to try each Wednesday night. Start with all your fave Asian snacks, try the best treats from Korea and Japan, plus heaps more.

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The Finders Keepers Design Market

Australia's favourite design market returns this July. Shop over 270 stalls featuring the best local makers, creatives, designers and foodies. Think locally-made fashion, super cute homewares and more. There'll also be delicious bites to eat, pop-up bars and DJs spinning funky tracks.

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Boho Luxe Market: Mother's Day Edition

From handmade jewellery to one-of-a-kind art, this Sunday market is your ticket to living the boho lifestyle. Browse dozens of stalls and shop for stunning homewares, fashion and more. Then join hands-on flower crown workshops or get your very own psychic reading.

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Makers Market at The District

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Family-friendly, dog-friendly and weather-proof. This classic, covered outdoor laneway market makes shopping a breeze. It's also perfectly located for a waterside stroll and lunch al fresco. Open on the last Sunday of each month.

Outdoor view of market stalls along the Arts Centre Promenade with St Kilda Road and city visible in the background.

Arts Centre Melbourne Sunday Market

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Wander rows of treats and treasures and pick up a handmade gift at this beloved Southbank spot every Sunday. Boasting a mammoth 24 stalls, this is a Melbourne institution on the edge of the CBD. From silk scarves to gourmet goodies, you're bound to uncover some unique finds.

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Melbourne Book Market

Love to curl up with a good book? Stock up on top titles at Queen Victoria Market on every Saturday and Sunday. Choose from thousands of new and pre-loved reads. Selected by some of Melbourne’s most experienced booksellers, authors and illustrators.

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Melbourne Craft Fair

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Find the city's best locally made buys at the limited run pop-up market. Curated by the team behind the Rose Street Artists’ Market. Find indie designers, local makers, creative artists and more under the iconic Queen Vic Market sheds. Better yet, entry is free. Open on the last Saturday of each month.

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Kensington Market

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Visit one of Melbourne's cutest neighbourhoods and browse this local monthly market. Fuel up with a coffee then peruse unique goodies from local makers, artisan treats, homewares and kids accessories. Then it's only a short stroll to The Premises for a cheeky brunch date.

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Vegan Market

Vegan Market

Come along to the vegan bake sale and market, with a ton of cool vegan products to browse.

Queen Victoria Market

Queen Victoria Market

This beloved Melbourne landmark is the largest open air market in the southern hemisphere.

Last updated on Wed 10 Apr 2024

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