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  • People crowded in the Queen Victoria Market for the night market, with red lanterns overhead.
  • A woman in a pink apron smiles and holds a fairy floss rabbit on a stick.
  • A man cooking over coals, flames leaping in the air, at a Hawker style night market.
  • A dance group performing at the Queen Victoria Market with a gold illuminated dragon behind them, as part of night market festivities.
8 Apr – 6 May

Hawker 88 Night Market

  • Free
  • Market

The Market’s open-air sheds will transform into a bustling hawker-style precinct inspired by the street markets of Asia. Beneath rows of glowing lanterns and playful lucky cat installations, visitors can feast on authentic dishes, sip from the Lucky Horse Bar and enjoy a dynamic mix of traditional and contemporary entertainment, including:

8 April – Pan-Asian Night: A vibrant opening celebration featuring lion dances, cultural performances and modern dance.
15 April – Southeast Asia Night: Showcasing flavours and traditions from across Malaysia, Indonesia and beyond.
22 April – Rising Sun Night: A Japanese-inspired evening with taiko drumming, martial arts and cultural showcases.
29 April – Islands of Asia: Celebrating island cultures from the Philippines to Sri Lanka.
6 May – Yin and Yang Finale: A high-energy closing night blending traditional and contemporary performances.

Plus, keep an eye out for special $8.80 offers including food, drinks and specialty shopping!

Hours

Date Times
Wed 8 Apr
  • 5pm - 10pm 5:00pm - 10:00pm
Wed 15 Apr
  • 5pm - 10pm 5:00pm - 10:00pm
Wed 22 Apr
  • 5pm - 10pm 5:00pm - 10:00pm
Wed 29 Apr
  • 5pm - 10pm 5:00pm - 10:00pm
Wed 6 May
  • 5pm - 10pm 5:00pm - 10:00pm

Location

Queen Victoria Market
Queen St
Melbourne 3000

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Price and bookings

This is a free event

Booking not required

Contact details

  • telephone number: 03 9320 5822
  • email address: info@qvm.com.au
  • Visit website for Hawker 88 Night Market
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  • Accessible toilets
  • Mobility access
  • Service animals

All accessibility information is self-reported by the listing owner. It has not been verified by the City of Melbourne.

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