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  • Royal Exhibition Building filled with food stands, signs and people during a food festival event.
  • People being offered tasting samples on cocktail sticks.
  • Live cooking demo with presenter speaking into a microphone while another stretches a long length of pasta.
  • Smiling people next to bottles of wine at a food festival event.
17 – 19 Jul

The Little Food Market

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The Little Food Market is back for its third year, bringing three days of delicious discovery to Melbourne's ultimate winter foodie event.

Explore over 200 of Australia's top tastemakers, all under one roof. From artisan cheese and small-batch spirits to next-level street food, boutique wines, bold condiments and indulgent pantry staples, there's something to tempt every palate.

Enjoy live demonstrations, tastings and conversations on the Winnings Food Experience Stage, discover producers from across Australia and New Zealand in the Regional Hubs, and feast on full-sized dishes from some of Melbourne's favourite kitchens in the cosy Feasting precinct.

Taste, sip, shop and meet the makers behind some of the country's most exciting food and drink brands – all inside the iconic Royal Exhibition Building.

Hours

Date Times
Fri 17 Jul
  • 12pm - 8pm 12:00pm - 8:00pm
Sat 18 Jul
  • 10am - 7pm 10:00am - 7:00pm
Sun 19 Jul
  • 10am - 5pm 10:00am - 5:00pm

Location

Royal Exhibition Building
9 Nicholson St
Carlton 3053

Open in maps location for Royal Exhibition Building

Price and bookings

From $15 to $45

Adult / general $15

Free for children under 13

Book online for The Little Food Market

Contact details

  • telephone number: 03 9689 3572
  • email address: marketing@thebigdesigngroup.com
  • Visit website for The Little Food Market
Facebook page for The Little Food Market Instagram page for The Little Food Market

Accessibility

  • Accessible toilets
  • Companion card accepted
  • 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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15 – 16 Aug

Cachivaches Latin Market

A vibrant cultural event celebrating the best of Latin American traditions in Melbourne.

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25 Jul

Christmas Winter Bazaar

A festive day filled with Danish 'hygge', seasonal treats, and a warm community atmosphere.

  • Free
  • Market
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Until 26 Aug

Winter Night Market

The Winter Night Market returns to the iconic Queen Victoria Market sheds.

  • Free
  • Market
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