To market, to market, to buy a.....well, just about anything really! There is a smorgasbord of fresh food markets, farmers' markets, pre-loved markets, handmade and flea markets in the West.
Second Sunday of every month
The Williamstown Farmers Market has been a long-standing favourite in Mamma's family. We always come away loaded up with fresh fruit and veggies, pasta, flowers, cakes, meats and more. The stalls can vary from month to month. Be sure to bring a picnic rug to kick back on and enjoy a fresh scone, hot pie or bacon and egg roll with your morning coffee. The entire market is dog-friendly too!
Third Sunday of every month
Mamma loves a good stroll around a farmers market and North Essendon Farmers Market is a real favourite. This place has such a great vibe and a loyal following, rain, hail or shine! Usually live music plays in the background and it’s also dog friendly so your pooch can come along too! You’ll find great coffee, gourmet pies,: freshly squeezed juice, waffles, sauces and relishes, and more!
Wednesday - Saturday
Market shopping here is like a step back in time to a place where the families weekly shop is not a chore, but a fun little outing. Filled with charm and character, The St Albans market opened in the 70's and not much has changed since then. There are about 30 stalls in total with flowers, fruit and veg, fish shops, butcher, deli, dry goods and more! All the food is fresh and oh so tasty!
Third Sunday of every month
Held in the amazing and gorgeous Kensington Town Hall the Kensington Market is the perfect spot to showcase local talent and crafty folk in the community. And the perfect way to spend your Sunday with the kiddos! Expect to find pottery, ceramics, knitted clothing, kids toys, soaps, candles, jewellery and other creative items that make perfect gifts for friends and family.
Every day
Mamma loves a good rummage around some secondhand wares and The Amazing Mill Markets in Daylesford has plenty of fab stalls all under the one roof. The Mill is in a few locations but Mamma thinks Daylesford is definitely the best with lots of quality authentic goods with reasonable price tags. The cafe is cute and has a good range of lunch choices to keep you on the move!
Every Sunday
The Daylesford Market is high on the list of Mamma's favourite country markets. The market is on EVERY Sunday rain hail or shine so there's no excuse to miss it. Full of treasures, fresh food and friendly faces not to mention situated in such a spectacular town. This market really does have it all - with over 130 stallholders, you’ll definitely be able to grab something for all of the family!
Third Sunday of every month
Happening in the quaint town of Talbot, The Talbot Farmers Market has become very popular in the last couple of years attracting thousands of visitors, we know why - it's fantastic. Talbot is fair hike from the West (about 90 minutes, this side of the bridge past Ballarat) so leave early to make the most of it!
Third Sunday of every month
The Williamstown Craft Market is set in the beautiful Williamstown in the middle of the gorgeous Commonwealth Reserve. If you need a family adventure that covers all bases, then this is a great one! Coffee, playground and market stall goodies are all rolled up into one lovely package at the Williamstown Craft Market. You'll also find gifts, flowers, soaps, candles, wooden toys and heaps more.
Every Tuesday
A mid-week market? Ingenious. A market every Tuesday in this prime location? Brilliant. Altona Beach Market is a cross between a farmers market and a bric-a-brac market with loads of arts, crafts and fruit and veg on offer and a friendly community feel. One stand out feature of this market is that it compliments the Pier St shopping strip, creating a temporary outdoor local shopping mecca.
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