Park a few streets back
The spots nearest the gate fill before the market opens. Park a block or two away, or come by train, and you'll be browsing while other people are still circling.
Curated stories, seasonal guides & schedules for 730 local markets
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Find local farmers markets, growers and weekend stalls across Australia. From weekend organic markets to artisan maker pop-ups, read our curated market guides and see what’s in season before you head out.
Markets on now
On the tables this October
What growers are picking right now, so you know what to look for before you go.
Spring comes in slowly at the market. Asparagus is the first proper sign, while the last of the winter citrus and broccoli fills out the table. Peas and Asian greens follow in October. By November the first cherries and strawberries turn up, and the queue at those stalls tells you the season has turned.
Worth the early start
The markets people travel for, with this week’s trading days.
Browse by kind of market
Growers, night stalls, second-hand finds. Same street, different reason to go.
First time at a farmers market?
Timing matters most, and the FAQ further down covers it. The rest is small habits that regulars picked up the hard way.
Walk one lap before you buy
Two stalls can have strawberries at very different prices. A slow loop shows you who has what, and stops you filling the bag at the first table you reach.
Ask before you squeeze
Growers would rather you ask than press every peach on the table, and most will cut you a taste if you do. If you stop to chat, step out of the aisle so people can get past.
Talk to the person behind the table
They probably grew it. Ask how to cook the odd-looking squash, or whether the seconds box is worth it. You won't get that answer at a supermarket checkout.
Pack bags, and a cool bag for the car
Bring a couple of sturdy bags, or a trolley for a big shop. A cool bag in the boot keeps cheese and greens in good shape while you stop for a coffee.
The full visitor guide
The longer version, including what to pack and why a listed market can still be closed when you arrive.
Read the guide →Not sure a farmers market is the one you want? Types of markets in Australia explains what separates a produce hall from a community market or a night market.
Start where you are
Every market across the metro area, not just the ones inside the council boundary.
Worth a read before Saturday
Longer reads on how market timing works, and on the markets that justify the drive.
When Australian Markets Run
Most Australian markets are monthly, not weekly. A big share are seasonal. And the good ones are over by the time most people think about going. Here is how the timing actually works.
Read the guide →Australian Markets Worth Planning a Trip Around
Most markets are for the people who live nearby. A small number are the reason to be in the town at all, and several of them run on one day a week.
Read the guide →Melbourne Markets on a Saturday Morning
Twenty-two markets across greater Melbourne open every Saturday, and another twenty-five run on one Saturday a month. Here is how to pick the right one.
Read the guide →Night Markets in Australia
Australia's night markets run on opposite seasons at opposite ends of the country. Darwin trades through the dry, Perth through summer, and Sydney all year.
Read the guide →Frequently Asked Questions
- What's the difference between a farmers market and a general market?
- At a farmers market, most stallholders grew, raised or made what they're selling, and some markets are accredited to prove it. A general market mixes produce with crafts, food vans, homewares and resellers. Both are worth a morning. They're just different trips.
- What time should I get to a farmers market?
- Early. The best bread and berries are often gone in the first hour or two. Most morning markets wind down by lunchtime, and some growers drop prices on perishables in the last half hour.
- Do I still need cash at the markets?
- Most stalls take card now, but bring some cash anyway. Smaller growers are sometimes cash only, and card readers drop out more often than you'd think in a paddock or a car park.
- Are markets on every weekend?
- Not all of them. Some trade weekly, others fortnightly or on a set weekend each month, like the first Saturday. Twilight markets often run only in the warmer months. Listings with a regular schedule show the next trading date, so check it before you drive.
- Can I bring my dog to a market?
- It depends on the market and the local council. Many food-focused markets keep dogs away from stalls selling fresh food. If the listing doesn't say, ask the organiser before you bring them.
- How accurate are the market listings?
- Each listing is built from the organiser's own website and public information, and we check outbound links for sites that have gone dead or changed hands. Public holidays and bad weather still catch markets out, so for a long drive, check the organiser's page that morning.
- How do I add a market or fix a listing?
- Use the Submit a market form, or the Claim this listing button on the market's page. It's free. Every submission is reviewed before it goes live, usually within a few days.
