Markets! There are so many wonderful markets around the Surf Coast and Geelong, even as the winter months loom on the horizon. Here’s a roundup of all the markets for the next few months and what they have to offer!
Torquay Farmers Market
This popular weekly market celebrates fresh local foods and artisan produce including fresh fruit and vegetables, meat, eggs, artisan cheeses and breads, fresh fish, salami, olive oil, jams, honey, preserves and nuts, as well as delicious treats, locally roasted coffee and much more!
Every Saturday 8.30am - 1pm: 1 Merrijig Drive, Torquay
Aireys Inlet Market
Goodness oozes from every corner of this much-loved community market, where local producers, artists and creators showcase their products and produce. With up to 60 stallholders, this market is a lovely opportunity to browse, connect with stallholders and take home an authentic, homegrown, handmade, recycled or vintage product from our local makers and growers.
14 April, 5 May, 9 June, 14 July, 9am - 1pm: Aireys Inlet Community Hall , 6 Great Ocean Road
Winchelsea Community Market
Located at the historic Winchelsea Shire Hall, the market has both indoor and outdoor stalls, a food court and beautiful local produce. You can buy directly from producers, processors and local artisans who sell their goods direct to the public near the source of their origin.
The first Sunday of each month 9am-1pm: Winchelsea Shire Hall
Belmont Market
Geelong's biggest garage sale and Victoria's most affordable community market! Packed full of car boot stalls and local makers.
Every Sunday, 8.30am - 3pm: Barwon Valley Activity Centre
Geelong Ethical Market
Living a life that has less impact on our planet and all species is becoming more important, as we face our climate emergency, it only makes sense to support ethical, cruelty free and vegan businesses.
Our ethical living fair will showcase alternatives to a lot of non ethical products and you will discover, living an ethical lifestyle is easier than you think. With over 30 stalls, food trucks and live music, it's a great way to spend a day.
Fourth Saturday of every month, 10am - 2pm: Barwon Valley Activity Center, Belmont Common
Geelong Waterfront Makers and Growers Market
Geelong Waterfront Makers & Growers Market takes place on the lawns of Steampacket Gardens. The market has become a popular tourist destination and favorite of locals who flock to the market for and often enjoy one of the other events happening on the waterfront or enjoying a coffee or a people watch at one of the many cafes stretching Western Beach Road.
First Sunday of the Month, 10:00am to 2:00pm (to 3:00pm over spring/summer): Steampacket Gardens Geelong
Portarlington Sunday Market
A vibrant, volunteer run, community market offering a range of products and a fun day out!
Last Sunday of Month, 9:00am to 2:00pm: WG Little Reserve, Newcombe St, Portarlington
Queenscliff Community Market
Quality artisan & craft Market. Plant stalls, food vans, produce. Free entry & live entertainment.
Last Sunday of Month, 9:00am to 2:00pm Sept to May: Lower Princess Park, Queenscliff
Whatever your flavour of market, there’s surely something to please! Check these links for the most up to date information for the markets:
https://surfcoastevents.com.au/event/markets/
https://intown.com.au/locals/geelong/attractions/markets.htm
