Best markets Melbourne: Queen Vic, Caribbean Gardens 2.0 market
From festive fun in the city to a vintage treasure trove in Knox, there’s no shortage of exciting markets on the way.
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From Christmas gifts and street food in the city to a new vintage treasure trove at the former Caribbean Gardens site in Scorebsy, there’s no shortage of exciting markets on the way in Melbourne.
Check out our guide to what’s on.
QUEEN VIC MARKET
Pick up locally made Christmas gifts and enjoy street food from some of the city’s best food trucks at the String Bean Alley Christmas Night Market at Queen Victoria Market.
The market will be held from 5pm-10pm on Monday 6, 13, and 20 December, at String Bean Alley.
Details: qvm.com.au
TORQUAY COWRIE MARKET
The popular market, featuring home grown and made products, local art and music is making a welcome return. The next markets are on Sunday November 21, Sunday December 19, Sunday February 20 and Sunday March 20.
Details: facebook.com.au/torquaycowriemarket.com.au
2.0 MARKET
Excitement is building ahead of the opening of a new vintage artisan market at the former Caribbean Gardens market pavilion in Scoresby.
Focused on antiques, vintage and collectables, 2.0 will also showcase handcrafted and artisan wares as well as fresh and gourmet foods.
The grand opening weekend is scheduled for November 20 – 21.
Details: 2.0.com.au
HEIDI MARKET
Held on the grounds of the Heide Museum of Modern Art in Bulleen, the popular market kicks off its season on November 13, and returns on December 11, January 8, February 12 and March 12.
Explore a range of stalls selling homemade art and designs including jewellery, pet supplies, candles and clothing, in the beautiful grounds of the museum.
Details: heidimarket.com.au
CRAFT MARKETS AUSTRALIA
Held in picturesque locations including Red Hill, Point Nepean and Yarra Glen, market-goers can explore a range of stalls selling a huge range of items including food, art, jewellery, clothing, plants and outdoor furniture.
The next markets are at Daylesford on November 13, Mornington on November 14 and Berwick and Mornington on November 27.
Details: craftmarkets.com.au
TRUST MAKERS’ MARKET
Held on the lawns of the beautiful Rippon Lea Estate, shoppers can explore handmade art and design treasures at a number of stalls. Upcoming markets are on Sunday November 21 and Sunday December 12.
Details: ripponleaestate.com.au
THE 5IFTH MAKERS MARKET
Explore more than 100 stalls at Chelsea’s Bicentennial Park on the last Saturday of the month from October to March. A special early Christmas market will be held on November 27.
Details: facebook.com5ifthmakersmarket
2021 PORT MELBOURNE ARTISAN CHRISTMAS MARKET
The 2021 Port Melbourne Artisan Christmas Market on Bay St is on December 4, from 12pm-7pm.
The outdoor market will showcase local artisans, designers and crafters.
Details: 3207port.com.au
THE DISTRICT MAKERS MARKET DOCKLANDS
A special Christmas Night Market will be held at The District Docklands on Friday December 17 from 4pm – 9pm.
Browse stalls showcasing art, craft, jewellery and more.
Details: thedistrictdocklands.com.au
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