Book fair Australia
Book Fair Australia presents a literary festival that celebrates stories of all genres. The weekend will be jam packed with activities.
We welcome traditionally and independently published authors alike to share their diverse range through dedicated stalls, discussion panels, workshops and more. A thrilling weekend fit for any book lover, come by with friends and family to get your books signed and explore a world of storytelling right in Melbourne.
The team at Book Fair Australia commit ourselves to bringing the fun back into a timeless hobby through engaging with local authors, focusing on our love for books, and connecting readers and writers.
Enchanted Realms
Enter through the wisteria tress to discover a realm of marvellous creations. From sights of beauty to adorn your home to natural lotions that nourish your body. Workshops guided by the wise souls of our realm. Explore the Enchanting Realms, embrace the wanderer and daydreamer within.
Lancefield Witches Twilight Fair
Bringing more magic your way. With amazing stalls, we are back to kick off with our first Market in Lancefield with a Twilight Fair.
*Free Entry
*Handmade crafts
*Witch-wares
*Curios
*Original Art
*Jewellery
*Crystals
*Tarot Readers
*And so much more
The Handmade Design Market
The Handmade Design Market is heading to the Coburg Town Hall! Shoppers can meet the maker and learn the story behind each small local business.
Market goers can shop with confidence and explore the very best in locally, handmade products.
10am-3pm on Saturday 28 March 2026
10am-3pm on Sunday 29 March 2026
Coburg Town Hall, 90 Bell Street Coburg
Free parking behind Coburg Town Hall and surrounding streets
A few mins from the Sydney Road tram.
Melbourne Supanova
Apri 18 - 19th
Sat: 10am-6pm. Sun: 10am-6pm.
Melbourne Showgrounds Epsom Rd, Ascot Vale VIC 3032
More info here: https://www.supanova.com.au
PomPom! Art Market: Sweet Cottage
I’mm be at PomPom! Art Market: Sweet Cottage May 2- 3 at Zinc at Fed Square, Cnr Birrarung Marr Walk &, Russell St Ext, VIC 3000
Renfair
Melbourne Renfair is a two-day fantasy Renaissance fair filled with costumed characters, immersive entertainment, vendors, live combat, knights in armour, jousting, dragons, feasts, magic, whimsy and so much more.
It’s a celebration of all things medieval and fantastical, whether you're a seasoned fantasy enthusiast, into historical reenactment, larp or just a curious on looker looking for a magical day out.
Daylesford Sunday Market
Up to 130 stalls a week, free parking and dog friendly for friendly dogs (leash a must). We greatly appreciate a gold coin donation on entry but do not require it to enter.
The Daylesford Sunday Market is run by the Daylesford Spa Country Railway and together they are a popular attraction for locals and visitors alike. Running for over 44 years it has become an institution in the Daylesford region. Led by the volunteers at the railway we are a not for profit organisation that supports the town of Daylesford and its surrounds. We are also a dog friendly market.
Ballarat Farmers Market
Ballarat Farmers Market takes place in central Ballarat near the shores of beautiful Lake Wendouree.
The market runs all year round and has 80 to 130 or more stalls depending on the season. Enjoy a coffee, chai, or hot chocolate, hot food cooked on the spot, fresh vegetables, fruit, bread, olive oil, cheese, jams, chutneys and sauces, clothing, fudge, gifts, health bars, eggs, honey, wine, Cornish pasties, fresh ground coffee, yummy biscuits, and hand-made jewellery.
Port Fairy Community Market
The Port Fairy Community Market runs at Railway Place on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month and weekly during January. It brings together a selection of locally grown and handmade products and produce. The large variety of quality stalls ensures there is something to tempt everyone. So whether you are looking for a unique gift for someone special or a delicious treat for yourself, our markets are sure to please.
Daylesford Makers Market
Like the Sunday market but focused on handmade goodness!
I’ll be part of the first makers market
TBC - Daylesford Sunday Market
Up to 130 stalls a week, free parking and dog friendly for friendly dogs (leash a must). We greatly appreciate a gold coin donation on entry but do not require it to enter.
The Daylesford Sunday Market is run by the Daylesford Spa Country Railway and together they are a popular attraction for locals and visitors alike. Running for over 43 years it has become an institution in the Daylesford region. Led by the volunteers at the railway we are a not for profit organisation that supports the town of Daylesford and its surrounds. We are also a dog friendly market.
Location: 18 Raglan St, Daylesford VIC 3460
CERES Market
Discover handcrafted goods from local makers
Set in the heart of CERES in Brunswick, the CERES Market is a vibrant gathering of local makers, artisans, and designers.
Every second Saturday, explore an eclectic mix of handmade crafts, sustainable products, and unique creations – all made with care and creativity by our fabulous stallholders.
With live music, cafes, playgrounds and the green spaces of CERES just steps away, a visit to the market is a full-day experience for anyone looking for creativity and connection.
Address
CERES, Corner of Roberts & Stewart St, Brunswick East (Melbourne/Naarm)
Ballarat Twilight Christmas Market
The market is in Zoo Drive, just off Wendouree Parade, at the northern end of the Ballarat Botanical Gardens.
Where?
Zoo Drive, Lake Wendouree
(just north of the Botanical Gardens)
When?
Twilight Christmas Market 4-8pm Friday before Christmas
Clunes Farmers & Makers Market
Clunes Farmers and Makers Market is a much-loved local event that takes place in Fraser Street on the second Sunday of each month from 9am to 1pm. Spend a morning engaging with the community that call this gorgeous Gold Rush-era township home.
CERES Joe's Christmas market
Held at CERES Joe’s Farmgate the market brings together local artists, makers and producers. There
will be music, catering from Joe’s coffee van and free craft activities for families. Stallholders with
complementary wares are invited to take part (no ready-to-consume food or drinks).
Castlemaine Twilight Artists’ Market
The Castlemaine Artists’ Market is a colourful, diverse, and vibrant event where local and regional designers and artists can showcase and sell their work.
Louis Joel Arts and Community Centre Twilight Market
Twilight Christmas Market
The market will feature local artisans, food and drink stalls, and will be held at the Louis Joel Arts & Community Centre at 5 Sargood St, Altona VIC 3018.
https://www.ljac.com.au/whats-on/
Melbourne Oz Comic Con Xmas Edition
December 6 & 7 | Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC)
DOORS OPEN 9:30AM - 4:30PM
For more info and tickets: https://ozcomiccon.com/melbourne-xmas-edition/
Daylesford Sunday Market
Up to 130 stalls a week, free parking and dog friendly for friendly dogs (leash a must). We greatly appreciate a gold coin donation on entry but do not require it to enter.
The Daylesford Sunday Market is run by the Daylesford Spa Country Railway and together they are a popular attraction for locals and visitors alike. Running for over 43 years it has become an institution in the Daylesford region. Led by the volunteers at the railway we are a not for profit organisation that supports the town of Daylesford and its surrounds. We are also a dog friendly market.
Location: 18 Raglan St, Daylesford VIC 3460
Kensington Market
The Kensington Market was established to showcase the local talent and craftmanship that is alive and thriving in the Kensington and Flemington areas and surrounding precincts. Held monthly at the well positioned and easily accessible Kensington Town Hall, the market provides artists with a wonderful platform to display their craft, perform and be an integral part of the artist and maker community.
Kensington Town Hall
30-34 Bellair Street
Creswick Market
Creswick Market is open 9am ‘till 1pm, on the third Saturday of every month, rain or shine.
The market is a great day out. Bring the whole family including your four-legged friends – all are welcome. You can buy locally-sourced quality produce from regular stall holders, eggs, cheese, bread, olive oils, smallgoods, sauces and jams, honey, wine, and other taste sensations for your kitchen. Some variation to stalls adds an element of surprise. New and interesting things to see each month.
Enjoy breakfast or brunch at the market, from fresh food stalls, and listen to the sounds of local musicians who perform on market day.
Inside the hall there is more! Check out the range of beautiful handmade wares at the Makers Market.
Location: 21 Victoria St, Creswick VIC 3363
Enchanting Realms Market
Enter through the wisteria tress to discover a realm of marvellous creations. From sights of beauty to adorn your home to natural lotions that nourish your body. Workshops guided by the wise souls of our realm. Explore the Enchanting Realms, embrace the wanderer and daydreamer within.
Barwon Heads Makers Market
A new location on the Riverbank for the quality Barwon Heads Makers Market, via Jetty Road. Opposite the Barwon Heads Hotel.
More makers, artists, food products including cakes, distilleries etc from local and regional areas. Supporting Australian made.
More info: https://www.geelongaustralia.com.au/events/calendar/item/8ddce89538c60ce.aspx
DAYLESFORD SUNDAY MARKET
19th October, 8 AM - 3 PM
Daylesford Railway Station - 18 Raglan Street Daylesford
Up to 130 stalls a week, free parking and dog friendly for friendly dogs (leash a must).
More info: https://daylesfordsundaymarket.com.au/index.php
HANDMADE DESIGN Market - COBURG TOWN HALL
The Handmade Design Market is a local conscious shopping event!
This event is an opportunity to discover new local products and meet the maker and learn the story behind each business.
Visitors can shop with confidence knowing they are supporting the local economy while enjoying the value of handmade products!
Free Cooking Demo at 11am
Creative Workshops running all day
Live Music
Psychic Readers
Save the date Melbourne for our spring market on Sunday 5th October at Coburg Town Hall, 10-3pm
**Free Entry with registered ticket or $5 at the door**
https://events.humanitix.com/the-handmade-design-market-coburg-town-hall-eht4q9ug
Art For All Gallery
Since 1997, it’s brought together young makers, local legends, and collectable Melbourne artists in a playground of creativity. Now featuring renowned Melbourne artists, it remains a free, open-entry community show. Held over one weekend, it celebrates visual and performing arts, and showcases the creativity of our students.
Oz Comic Con Canberra
9-10th August, 10 AM - 4 PM
EPIC - Exhibition Park in Canberra
I’m so excited to be booked in for my first ever interstate artist alley! I’ve been wanting to do them all you but have been missing application deadlines and I finally got in! I think this will be a good starter one as it’s a bit smaller and a shorter trip than to other states so I can hopefully adjust to how tired I will be! A good one to trail out. If your located in Canberra and want to see my work I recommend visiting!
Coburg Makers Market
19th July, 11 AM - 4 PM
69 Charles St, Coburg North VIC 3058
I’m trying out the Coburg makers Market on Saturday the 19th! It’s a weekend long event filled with lots of awesome local makers but I’ll just be there for the Saturday. It’s the only market I have booked this month so if you’d like to grab some of my work without the added postage costs make it a nice day out!
Assembly Gallery Exhibition
Jacky Winter Gallery is pleased to announce Assembly; a celebration of the community we have been lucky to foster, and we’re welcoming new and old friends alike!
Opening | Fri July 11, 6–9pm
Assembly runs | Sat July 12 – Sat Aug 16, 2025
Jacky Winter Gallery is an art space in Collingwood, VIC
Opening hours are Wed – Fri 11-6pm, Sat 12-5pm
Makers Market at The District Docklands
Head down to The District Makers Market to enjoy 70-100 creative, colourful market stalls showcasing art, craft, jewellery, fashion, homewares and gifts.
Bring your furry friends along as The District is a pet-friendly precinct and you’ll find stalls selling doggie treats, accessories and outfits. Grab a coffee and take a stroll through
the open-air laneways and enjoy a spot of shopping.
YOUNGHUSBAND MARKET
Expect a line-up of local makers, creators and innovators showcasing their unique offerings. With great music, curated stalls, hands-on workshops, and delicious food, a vibrant scene awaits.
All the Leaves are Brown Exhibtion Opening
Group art exhibition 'All the Leaves are Brown' opens at BSIDE Gallery, Friday, May 9th, 6-8pm.
Exhibiting artists:
Alice Naish, Angela Cornish, Ann Iversen, Bella Dredge, Bonnie Williams, Elizabeth Nicholls, Emma Sjaan Beukers, Freya Alexander, Grace Taylor, Holly Gregory, Isabel Watts, Isabella Zoe Designs, JC Harris, Jen Selmore, Jessica Jane, Jiyu Hwang, Kat Weir, Katie Geppert, Meg Kolac, Samantha Curcio, Sarah McDonald, Shelley Spangler, Sunny Tandoc, Viet-My Bui, Vonne Beyer, YJ Chun & more
Curated by Tegan Iversen
This Autumn-themed group show will run May 8th-11th.
BSIDE Gallery is located on Level 1/121 Brunswick St, Fitzroy.
Please note access is via stairs.
Supanova Melbourne
Find me in the Artist Alley at Supanova Melbourne
March 29-30, 2025
Sat: 10am-6pm
Sun: 10am-6pm
Melbourne Showgrounds
Epsom Rd, Ascot Vale VIC 3032
Pocketful of Sunshine Exhibition
Join us for the opening of Pocketful of Sunshine on Friday the 28th of February 6-8:30pm.
“Summer brings that hot yellow sun shining down on us, sweaty sunscreen skin & beautiful, balmy nights.” This is the second in a series of Season-themed group exhibitions curated by Tegan Iversen & featuring an array of emerging & established Naarm based artists.
Pocketful of Sunshine is inspired by a song you can't help but sing along to & explores the joy, colour & warmth of the hottest season, Summer.
Dark Horse Experiment/Blender Studios is located at 400 Spencer st, West Melbourne.
Exhibition runs February 26th - March 8th, open 12-5pm Wednesday-Saturday.
