From flowers and fresh produce to homewares and more.
01 April 2025
Local markets are more than just a place to grab a quick bite or pick up a few veggies.
A visit to a local market is an opportunity to:
- taste produce from local producers
- browse wares from local artists
- enjoy a delicious meal
- listen to live music
- support your community.
No matter what side of the lake you live on, Canberra has some excellent markets.
Some are weekly, some only come a few times a year – but all of them offer a unique Canberra experience.
Here’s your guide to Canberra’s markets:
The Capital Region Farmers Market
Location: Exhibition Park in Canberra, Mitchell
Frequency: Almost every Saturday (check the website for dates) from 7am to 11:30am
For 20 years, the Capital Region Farmers Market has been connecting local producers with hungry Canberrans.
You can find fresh fruit, vegetables, fish, meat and poultry. But there is also:
- flowers
- plants
- baked goods
- nuts and seeds
- dairy products
- and plenty more.
Plus, there is freshly prepared food and coffee. Take a seat and refuel with plenty of cuisines on offer.
Southside Farmers Market
Location: Launceston Street, Phillip
Frequency: Every Sunday from 7am until 11am
A similar feel to the Capital Region Farmers Market, but on a smaller scale. It has a strong community feel, with smiling stallholders eager to have a chat.
Don’t forget to pick up a coffee and something delicious to eat.
Handmade Market
Location: Exhibition Park in Canberra (EPIC)
Frequency: Quarterly
Each Handmade Market sees over 260 small businesses gather at EPIC. Each market presents a different array of stallholders. You can expect Australian designers and makers selling homewares, fashion, artworks and everything in-between.
There is also a dedicated gourmet food hall.
Old Bus Depot Markets
Location: 21 Wentworth Avenue, Kingston
Frequency: every Sunday from 9:30am to 2:30pm
These markets are held at the Old Bus Depot, a beautiful industrial building. There is a large range of vendors stocking a huge range of wares.
Enjoy a variety of different cuisines, baked goods and coffee. The Old Bus Depot Markets have an especially strong arts, crafts and collectibles presence. Homewares, fashion and accessories are also popular.
Haig Park Village Markets
Location: Haig Park, Braddon
Frequency: every Sunday from 8am to 2pm
This weekly market has a lovely community atmosphere. Dogs are welcome and it’s family friendly. The food options are particularly good, so be sure to arrive with an empty stomach.
Hartley Hall Markets
Location: Hall Showground, Hall Street, Hall
Frequency: The first Sunday of every month (except January) from 10:30am to 2pm
These markets have a small-town country theme. There’s a very rural feel, with down-to-earth local suppliers.
There’s produce, arts, crafts, gifts, and more. While you’re there, fuel up on fresh food at one of the many vendors, and enjoy some live music.
The markets are dog-friendly and families are welcome. There is also plenty of parking, and the showgrounds and all facilities are accessible.
Entry is a gold coin donation, which supports local disability service charity Hartley Lifecare.
Little Burley Markets
Frequency: every Saturday from 9am until 2pm
This might just be Canberra’s most scenic markets. Set on the shores of Lake Burley Griffin, there are beautiful views year-round.
Dogs are welcome and there are even dog treats for sale.
There are plenty of food and coffee options, as well as homewares, accessories, flowers and more.
Fyshwick Fresh Food Markets
Location: Mildura Street, Fyshwick
Frequency: every Thursday to Sunday from 7am to 5:30pm
This was Canberra’s first farmers market, beginning more than 50 years ago.
These days, you can find just about everything you need for your weekly shop. There’s delis, bakeries, cafes, produce shops and so much more. Niche Markets is a subsection of the markets where you’ll find specialty stores, fresh food options galore and Book Lovers Lane.
Capital Food Market
Location: 10 Lathlain Street, Belconnen
Frequency: every Monday to Friday from 8am to 6pm and, Saturday and Sunday from 8am to 8pm
This market first opened in 1976 as the Belconnen Fresh Food Markets. It’s recently had a revamp and houses a wide variety of different retailers.
In addition to produce, delices and bakeries there are a range of dining options including:
- Florence Gelato
- Le Cheeserie
- What The Pho.
There are more dining options arriving throughout the year.
The Forage
Location: various
Frequency: a few times a year
Canberra foodies await the announcement of the next Forage with bated breath. It’s a food lover’s dream, with dozens of local food and beverage businesses to choose from.
There are often entertainment options including live music and performances.
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