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The White Hat Guide to Markets in Melbourne

On this page you will find

• Overview of markets
• Some of White Hat's favourite markets
• Finding a market
• Map showing selected markets in Melbourne
• A comprehensive list of Melbourne markets

Overview of Markets

Melbourne's hundreds of markets are an important part of the mix the help define Melbourne's unique character. One any weekend you can find Melburnians and visitors alike trawling their way through one of the myriad of markets and soaking up the atmosphere.

General markets

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Many of the inner suburbs have their own market which operates on selected days of the week, and these markets help define and reflect the nature of their local community Reflecting their origins as public markets where growers producers and other vendors could bring their goods to market they only operate on certain days of the week - otherwise there would be no time to grow or make the goods. Prahran Market has great delicatessens reflecting the affluence of nearby South Yarra and Toorak. The fish at the Footscray Market is plentiful and cheap as one would expect with a large Vietnamese population. The Preston Market has a strong Mediterranean influence. South Melbourne Market offers produce on a Sunday, while at the Gleadell Street Market in Richmond you can still find produce grown in local back gardens and a homely European flavour. Dandenong Market is a one stop shopping with a lively atmosphere.

But the queen of them all is the wonderful Queen Victoria Market. If you only visit one market in Melbourne, this has to be it.

Produce and farmers' markets

Community markets like those mentioned above were of course the original farmers' markets and you will still find many stalls at these markets where the stallholder has grown or produced some or all other goods themselves. In recent years there has been a resurgence in farmers' markets with a particular emphasis on organic products and sustainable farming practices. For a comprehensive listing of these go to Farmers' Markets in Victoria.

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Artists' & designers' markets

Melbourne has a small number of markets where artists and skilled tradespeople have banded together to create an outlet that bypasses hefty gallery or retail commissions. One such Market is the Rose Street Artists' Market. You can also find markets specialising in design at Design in Melbourne.

Craft markets

Melbourne and Victoria have a large number of markets selling art and crafts. Some markets have conditions specifying that all goods should be hand made or home made or that the stallholder must have been directly involved with the manufacture of the goods, etc. Some prominent  art and craft markets of this type are the St Kilda Esplanade Market and the Arts Centre Sunday Market. Of course such conditions often don't preclude the sort of semi mass produced hand-made items that are the same month after month, and, after all, that may be what you are after. You will find a large number of craft markets amongst the comprehensive listing of Melbourne markets below.

Trash and Treasure

In any one week there are large numbers of markets featuring trash & treasure, bric-a-brac, pre-loved goods, olde wares, just plain junk and that thing you have been chasing for years. Some examples of large markets in Melbourne selling all of the above plus a fair bit more include Pipeworks Market, Laverton Rubble & Riches Market, and Caribbean Gardens, while in country Victoria such large markets include the Geelong Mill Markets and the Bendigo Showgrounds Market.

Access by public transport

Manyof the larger markets are easily accessible by public transport and an all day ticket to ride the complete system in Melbourne on a Saturday and Sunday is incredibly cheap (see money saving tips). You can even travel to and from Bittern Market on the Mornington Peninsula for a total of $2.9(see a description of the trip). Queen Victoria, South Melbourne, Prahran, Preston, Footscray and St Albans markets are close to either train or tram. Anything in the inner suburbs is likely to be close to a train or tram. In the outer suburbs buses can often be few and far between so choosing a market close to a railway station is safest. Look out for this situated in railway station carparks such as the Gully Market, Blackburn, Bentleigh etc.

Dogs

Dogs are rarely if ever allowed at indoor markets and usually cannot be taken to a market held at a racecourse. Dogs on a leash are usually allowed if the market is in a public park or similar open public space. If in doubt check with the organisers.

Atmosphere

Of course you don't have to a market with the intention of buying something. You can just go along to soak up the atmosphere. Twilight markets usually have an atmosphere of their own and you can find a comprehensive listing at Twilight Markets in Melbourne. Then for others aren't simply a matter of making money by trading - they are a way of life and serve an important function in the cycle of life in Melbourne. For an example see our Melbourne Newsletter No.183 of 3rd August 2006.

White Hat has what we are regularly told is the best and most comprehensive list of markets in Melbourne and Victoria either on the web or in print, so try choosing from the offerings below:

Some of White Hat's favourite Melbourne markets

During the course of the year White Hat visits hundreds of markets. Here are some of our favourites:

Queen Victoria Market
Prahran Market
South Melbourne Market
Preston Market
Dandenong Market
Richmond (Gleadell St) Market
St Albans Market
Rose Street Artists Market
St Andrews Market
Wholesale Markets

Finding Markets

Fairs & Fetes
Festivals
Markets in Country Victoria

The following listing contains markets in the Melbourne metropolitan area alphabetically by suburb. For a more comprehensive listing of markets in Victoria (including Melbourne) together with grouping by day of the week, go to Markets in Victoria.

The White Hat map of selected markets in Melbourne

Click on a market from list to the right of the map. Use the controls to zoom in or out on the map or change to satellite view. Information on all these markets can be found in the list below.

Comprehensive listing of Markets in Melbourne

9" x 5" Quality Makers Market This indoor market is been curated by an artist-led viewing committee and showcases local Arts and Crafts. 10am to 4pm, 2nd Sunday of month   14 Ivanhoe Parade, - Ivanhoe Enquiries: (03) 9490 4222

Altona Lions Club Market An outdoor market with 40 stalls in the spacious park next to Cherry Lake with trash & treasure, toys, clothes, preserves, home-grown and home-made goods. 8am—2pm, 1st Sunday of month (except January)   Cherry Lake, Millers Road - Altona (Mel ref 54 K9) Enquiries: (03) 9398 3946

Atherton Gardens Vegetable Market A not-for-profit vegetable market. It is held in the garden connected to the Napier Street building in the Atherton Gardens estate. 1pm to 3pm, Mondays   Atherton Gardens - Brunswick Street, Fitzroy

Baby & Kids Market, Berwick The Baby & Kids Market offers a huge range of gorgeous & excellent quality preloved baby & kids goods. From prams to cots, toys to books and clothes to shoes; the market has it all. Plus ‘handpicked’ local designers featuring their unique and stylish baby & kids goods. Plenty of free parking; Always indoors; Cash sales only; Entry $3, kids free. 1 March 2009, 9 August 2009, 25 October 2009 9am to 1pm, selected dates   Berwick Leisure Centre, Manuka Rd - Berwick Enquiries: 1300 55 44 76

Baby & Kids Market, Camberwell The Baby & Kids Market offers a huge range of gorgeous & excellent quality preloved baby & kids goods. From prams to cots, toys to books and clothes to shoes; the market has it all. Plus ‘handpicked’ local designers featuring their unique and stylish baby & kids goods. Plenty of free parking; Always indoors; Cash sales only; Entry $3, kids free. 30 November 2008, 22 February 2009, 26 March 2009, 17 May 2009, 16 July 2009, 18 October 2009. 9am to 1pm, selected dates   Camberwell Centre, 340 Camberwell Rd - Camberwell Enquiries: 1300 55 44 76

Baby & Kids Market, Coburg The Baby & Kids Market offers a huge range of gorgeous & excellent quality preloved baby & kids goods. From prams to cots, toys to books and clothes to shoes; the market has it all. Plus ‘handpicked’ local designers featuring their unique and stylish baby & kids goods. Plenty of free parking; Always indoors; Cash sales only; Entry $3, kids free. 22 February 2009, 23 May 2009, 18 July 2009, 10 October 2009. 9am to 1pm, selected dates   Coburg Town Hall, 90 Bell St - Coburg Enquiries: 1300 55 44 76

Baby & Kids Market, Croydon The Baby & Kids Market offers a huge range of gorgeous & excellent quality preloved baby & kids goods. From prams to cots, toys to books and clothes to shoes; the market has it all. Plus ‘handpicked’ local designers featuring their unique and stylish baby & kids goods. Plenty of free parking; Always indoors; Cash sales only; Entry $3, kids free. 24 May 2009, 2 August 2009, 11 October 2009. 9am to 1pm, selected dates   Croydon Leisure Centre, 11 Civic Square - Croydon Enquiries: 1300 55 44 76

Baby & Kids Market, Hawthorn The Baby & Kids Market offers a huge range of gorgeous & excellent quality preloved baby & kids goods. From prams to cots, toys to books and clothes to shoes; the market has it all. Plus ‘handpicked’ local designers featuring their unique and stylish baby & kids goods. Plenty of free parking; Always indoors; Cash sales only; Entry $3, kids free. 14 June 2009 9am to 1pm, selected Sundays   Hawthorn Town Hall, 360 Burwood Rd - Hawthorn Enquiries: 1300 55 44 76

Baby & Kids Market, Malvern The Baby & Kids Market offers a huge range of gorgeous & excellent quality preloved baby & kids goods. From prams to cots, toys to books and clothes to shoes; the market has it all. Plus ‘handpicked’ local designers featuring their unique and stylish baby & kids goods. Plenty of free parking; Always indoors; Cash sales only; Entry $3, kids free. 23 August 2009. 9am to 1pm, selected dates   Malvern Town Hall, Cnr Glenferrie Rd and High St - Malvern Enquiries: 1300 55 44 76

Balwyn North Market A range of secondhand goods. All proceeds go to charity. 9am-12.30pm, 1st Sat of month, March to Dec (excl. Easter Saturday)   Koonung Heights Uniting Church Hall, cnr Belmore & Winfield Rds, - North Balwyn (Mel ref 46 J5) Enquiries: (03) 9857 7690

Bayside Markets Twilight Market Friday commencing December 2nd. Quality Craft, Gourmet Foods, plus entertainment. from 4pm, Fridays   Bayside Entertainment Centre Forecourt, Wells Street - Frankston

Bentleigh Sunday Market The Bentleigh Sunday Market is run by the Rotary Club of Bentleigh Moorabbin Central. Since 1977, over $1.7 million has been raised to support local charities and Rotary Projects. There are about 150 stalls available, where you will find plants, clothing, cosmetics, jewellery, books, videos, tools, toys, crafts, pre loved goods, and more! Located at the Bentleigh railway station car park, Bent Street, opposite Coles supermarket. Casual and regular Stallholders wanted. Have your garage sale here! Tables and clothing racks available for hire. Enquire at the market or by email to market@rotarybmc.org. 7am to 12noon, Sundays   Railway car park, Bent Street - Bentleigh Enquiries: market@rotarybmc.org

Blackburn Station Art & Craft Market A Rotary Club project featuring food, art & crafts & bric a brac in an outdoor setting. Situated on the grassy strip next to Blackburn Railway Station and opposite the shopping strip, White Hat can recommend this as a pleasant location to have a leisrurely Saturday breakfast, read the paper, have a browse among the market stalls and maybe also pick up some supplies from the local organic food store. 9am - 2pm, 2nd Sat of month (except Jan)   South Parade - Blackburn Enquiries: (03) 9803 6706

Boroondara Farmers Market An outdoor market in a pleasant grassed reserve featuring statewide produce including breads, olive oil, honey, fruit & vegetables. When White Hat last visited this market in July 2008 we found a good wide range of products with the fruit & vegetabls being particularly notable. 8am to 12.30pm, 3rd Saturday of month   Patterson Reserve, Auburn Road - Auburn Enquiries: (03) 9278 4444

Box Hill Computer Swap Meet A large number of stalls selling new and second hand computer equipment and related goods. A small entry fee applies. (Note - the dates and venue of this event can vary. Click here to confirm the current information on this event. 9am—4.30pm, 4th Sunday of most months   Box Hill Town Hall, Box Hill - Enquiries: (03) 9886 1466

Broadmeadows Computer Swap Meet A large number of stalls selling new and second hand computer equipment and related goods. A small entry fee applies. (Note - the dates and venue of this event can vary. Click here to confirm the current information on this event. 9am—4.30pm, 4th Sunday of most months   Broadmeadows Town Hall, 1079 Pascoe Vale Road, Broadmeadows - Enquiries: (03) 9886 1466

Brunswick Market A general indoor market with long term stall and shop holders with butchers, a fishmonger, poultry, delis, dry goods, fruit and vegetables and some variety and clothing stores. 6am to 6pm Monday to Saturdays (Frid open till 7pm). On Sundays only the fruit and veg section is open (enter from rear) form 7am to 6pm. Daily   661 Sydney Road - Brunswick

Bundoora Computer Swap Meet A large number of stalls selling new and second hand computer equipment and related goods. A small entry fee applies. (Note - the dates and venue of this event can vary. Click here to confirm the current information on this event. 9am—4.30pm, first Saturday of most months   Bundoora Sports Centre - Enquiries: (03) 9886 1466

Bundoora Park Farmers Market Regional fresh produce at an outdoor farmers' market. A small entry fee applies. White Hat recommends that if you are visiting this market with a young family that you consider making a day of it (or at least a half day) by visiting the nearby urban farm. For those interested in historic houses, White Hat can thoroughly recommend a visit to the neary Bundoora Homestead. If you do either of these you may need to remember to take a cooler to keep your fruir & vegies fresh. The market can be accessed by public transport by using the tram in Plenty Road. A special Bundoora Park Twilight Farmers Market will be open on Friday December 19 between 4pm and 8.30pm 8am to 1pm, 1st Saturday of month   Bundoora Park, Plenty Road - Preston Enquiries: (03) 5664 0096

Camberwell Computer Swap Meet A large number of stalls selling new and second hand computer equipment and related goods. A small entry fee applies. (Note - the dates and venue of this event can vary. Click here to confirm the current information on this event. 9am—4.30pm, 3rd Sunday of most months   Camberwell Civic Centre - Camberwell Enquiries: (03) 9886 1466

Camberwell Fresh Food Market Freshest gourmet produce, seafood, meat, poultry, fruit, vegetables, flowers, 5 delicatessen with highest quality fresh deli items, superb Illy's cakes, specialising in gluten free, and wide selection of multicultural takeaway. Find culinary inspiration for your dining table with friendly family traders at the CFFM. Tuesday, Thursday & Friday, 7am to 7pm, Saturday 7am to 5pm   Camberwell Junction - Camberwell Enquiries: (03) 9539 1361

Camberwell Photographic Market A market held by the Australian Photographic Collectors’ Society featuring a number of dealers. $5 admission fee 8am to 1pm, Sunday 12 October 2008   Camberwell Centre, 340 Camberwell Road - Camberwell

Camberwell Rotary Market A large outdoor second hand goods, bric a brac. A small entry fee applies. White Hat can recommend this market as one of the better ones in Melbourne for vintage clothing. Ot is a 5minute walk from Camberwell Station. 6am - 12.30pm, Sundays   Station Street (opposite Target car park) - Camberwell Enquiries: 1300 367 712

Caribbean Gardens Market A large market picnic area and a big range of new and second hand goods. On Wednesdays entry is free and there is access to and general market, food stalls and playground. On Sundays there is an entry fee and as well as the market there is a children's train and boat rides, rock climbing. 8.30am - 3pm Wednesdays, 8.30am - 4.30pm Sundays   Ferntree Gully Road, - Scoresby (Mel ref 72 G10) Enquiries: (03) 9763 7688

Carlton Gardens Primary School Farmers' Market You can enjoy a wonderful, relaxed community environment and sample the freshest products direct from the farmers and producers. Bring the family down and choose from the range of produce including delicious breads and pastries, honey and organic goods such as fruit and vegetables and eggs.There is also award winning olive oil, wines and deli goods and homemade biscuits – everything you need to stock up for a decadent gourmet weekend. For those with a green thumb a selection of plants and shrubs are also available and you can start your own herb or vegie patch in your garden (or pots on the verandah) with quality seedlings.Have a free Blood Pressure check, marvel at the face painting or simply meet some friends and sit back and enjoy a fair trade coffee and spend a pleasant Saturday morning. New Stall Holders always welcome: call Eileen 0412 910 496 9am to 1pm, 3rd Saturday of month   Carlton Gardens Primary School, 215 Rathdowne St - Carlton Enquiries: 0412 910 496

Casey-Berwick Farmers' Market Farm fresh and organic seasonal vegetables, fruit, free range lamb, poultry, eggs plus barramundi and rabbit and a whole lot more direct from the grower. Bring your own bags and trolleys. 8am to 12.30pm, 4th Saturday of month   Old Cheese Factory, 34 Homestead Road - Berwick Enquiries: (03) 9769 4459

Caulfield Farmers' Market A large authentic farmers' market featuring a vast array of quality produce. Gold coin entry fee applies. 9am to1pm, 2nd Sat of month (commencing Nov 08)   cnr Neerim & Booran Rds (opposite Glen Eira College) - Caulfield Enquiries; (03) 9569 4767

Century City Walk Twilight Market An indoor market with 15-20 stalls. Goods on sale may include handbags, airbrushed graffiti t-shirts, jewellery and other goods. The market is set up in an arcade and foyer to a picture theatre adding extra colour and motion to a night out at the cinema. White Hat has often encountered this style of market in Asia, but for some reason theyare not common in Melbourne. Sat 3pm - 10pm (except when Sat occurs on Christmas Day or NYE)   Century City Walk Arcade, 285 Springvale Rd - Glen Waverley Enquiries: (03) 9689 8505

CERES Organic Food & Craft Market Art & craft and organic produce. 9am - 1pm (craft market 2pm), Saturdays & Wednesdays   CERES Community Environment Park, 8 Lee Street - East Brunswick Enquiries: 03) 9387 2609

Chapel Street Bazaar A veritable Alladin's Cave of collectables, memorabilia and antiques. With over 80 independent dealers buying and selling, White Hat believes this is the largest bazaar of its type in Melbourne. 10am to 6pm, daily   217 Chapel Street - Prahran Enquiries: (03) 9529 3174

Cheltenham Rotary Market & Car Boot Sale Crafts, second hand and car boot sales in an under cover carpark.Tthe venue is the multi story car park behind the Kingston City Offices (Fujitsu Building) enty off Station Rd, Cheltenham. 8am to 1pm, Sundays   - Cheltenham Enquiries: 0414 361 099

Coburg Trash & Treasure Market A large outdoor market selling new & second hand goods, antiques & craft. A small entry fee applies. Casual stallholders are welcome. The venue is a drive-in theatresite and can acter for cars and trailers on the site. White Hat would advise 'professional buyers' to pay the additional fee for early bird entry at7am if you want to get first pick of the stock. 8am - 2pm, Sundays (weather permitting)   Village Drive In Theatre. Newlands Road - Coburg Enquiries: (03) 9791 2992

Collectors' Sunday Market Presenting a dynamic new market, this aims to be a hybrid of a European market, such as in London, Paris or Barcelona, with an Australian accent, such as Hobart’s Salamanca market. Making it the ultimate eco-friendly market where new and pre-loved goods can become someone's treasure. The Piazza is located just off of Docklands Rd, near the corner of Dopel Way. Melway Reference Map 2 Ref C 4. Fantastic access by train, tram or car. Combining Arts, Antiques, Retro, Vintage, Books, Plants, Children’s Toys, Pet Goods, Locally made Soaps and Personal Toiletries with a section for ‘boot sale’. Some fresh produce available. Permanent and casual stalls available. Visit www.collectorsmarket.com.au for more info. 10am to 4pm Sundays   Waterfront Piazza - Docklands

Collingwood Computer Swap Meet A large number of stalls selling new and second hand computer equipment and related goods. A small entry fee applies. (Note - the dates and venue of this event can vary. Click here to confirm the current information on this event. 9am—4.30pm, 2nd Sunday of most months   Collingwood Town Hall, Collingwood - Enquiries: (03) 9886 1466

Collingwood Estate Fruit & Vegie Market A not-for-profit market. 1-3pm, Thursdays   Harmsworth Hall, 31 Harmsworth Street, - Collingwood

Collingwood Farmers' Market A farmers market selling fresh produce in the Melbourne inner suburb of Collingwood. A small entry fee applies. Set in bush and farm land close to the city, White Hat can particularly recommend this as a great place to take young families where you can combine your food shopping with a visit to the children's farm. 8 am to 1 pm, 2nd Saturday of month   Collingwood Children's Farm, St Heliers Road - Abbotsford (Mel ref 44 G5)

Craft Hatch An incubator market for student and emerging craft designers in the heart of the city. Held on selected Saturdays, currently confirmed dates are Saturday 8 November 1008, Saturday 13 December 2008 and Saturday 24 January 2009. 11am to 4pm, selected Saturdays   City Library, 253 Flinders Lane - Melbourne Queries: market@craftvic.asn.au

Craigieburn Craft Market Craigieburn Craft Market, open air market. Scout BBQ, Knitted goods, arts and crafts, plants, toys, trash and treasure, car boot sales, jumping castle, local produce. $10.00 per stall, $5.00 per table for hire. Free to come and look around. 7.30am - 1pm, 3rd Saturday of month (except Jan)   Craigieburn Leisure Centre Car Park, Craigieburn Road West, - Craigieburn (Mel ref 387 A9) Enquiries: 0419886907

Creations At Canterbury Indoor Craft Market Boutique craft, plants and some second hand goods. 10am - 2pm, 3rd Sat of month (except Jan & Feb) plus1st Sat in Dec   Presbyterian Church, 146 Canterbury Rd, - Canterbury (Mel ref 46 C11) Enquiries: (03) 9803 1605

Croydon Farmers Market A farmers' market selling fresh produce direct from the producer. 8am to 1pm, 2nd Saturday of month   Croydon Park, Hewish Road - Croydon Enquiries: (03) 5664 0096

Croydon Market For most of the week the large Croydon Market building now functions as a a carpark but on Sundays and Mondays it becomes a large indoor market with fresh produce, furniture, tools, craft and bric-a-brac. As far as White Hat is aware, this is one of the few regular markets in Melbourne where you can still see an auctioneer formally auctioning of job lots oftrash & treasure and other items. 8qm - 3pm, Sundays & Mondays   Opposite Croydon Railway Station, 515 Kent Avenue - Croydon Enquiries: (03) 9724 0300

Dance Market Come along to Melbourne's first dance market. This is a chance to buy, swap and sell your dance costumes, shoes, props and other dance related products. 2pm to 5pm, Sunday 14th September 2008   Bullen & Templestowe Community Arts centre 284 Thompsons Rd - Lwr Templestowe (Mel ref 32 K7) Enquiries: 0394357105

Dandenong Market A large market with fresh produce and a wide range of goods. More information on Dandenong Market. Tue & Fri 8am - 4pm, Sat 7am - 3pm   Cnr. Clow & Cleeland Street, - Dandenong (Mel ref 90 D7) Enquiries: (03) 9701 3850

Dandenong Trash & Treasure Market A large outdoor market selling new & second hand goods, antiques & craft. A small entry fee applies. Casual stallholders are welcome. The venue can cater for cars and trailers on the site. White Hat would advise 'professional buyers' to pay the additional fee for early bird entry at7am if you want to get first pick of the stock. Sun (weather permitting) 8am - 2pm   Cnr South Gippsland Highway & Hallam Valley Road - Dandenong South Enquiries: (03) 9791 2992

Diamond Valley Community Market An outdoor market selling secondhand and other goods. 9am-1pm, Sundays   Para Road (opposite Greensborough Railway Station). - Greensborough (Mel ref 20 K2) Enquiries: (03) 9435 8282

Dingley Village Craft & Produce Market Dingley Village market is renowned for fantastic crafts, luscious food, stunning plants and beautiful bunches of flowers. All the old favorites are there at a fraction of their retail price but there’s always something different. A total of 280 stalls include between thirty and forty new ones every month. 1st Sun of month (except Jan), 9am - 2pm; also 3rd Fri in Dec 6-10pm   Dingley Village Community Centre, 31 Marcus Rd - Dingley Village Enquiries: (03) 9558 1866

East Ringwood CarBoot Market East Ringwood Carboot Market is a carboot market that carers for a moderate number of cars each month First Saturday of month (weather permitting)   Railway Avenue, - Ringwood East Enquiries: 0413 452 884

Eltham Community Craft & Produce Market Home made, home grown and hand crafted items. New stallholders welcome. 8.30 12.30pmpm, 3rd Sun of month (except Jan), also 1st Sun in Nov & Dec   Alistair Knox Park, Panther Place - Eltham Enquiries: (03) 9444 7833

Elwood Community Market Buy your vegetables fresh from the farm and homemade cakes/biscuits. Browse the stalls get bric a brac, clothes, toys, crafts, plants, used kitchen ware ...etc at bargain prices. Whilst shopping enjoy a coffee, sausage and other delights. For information about stalls please contact 0422 976 276. 8.30am-1pm, 1st Sat of month (except school hols Nov 06 and Jan, April, July Oct 07)   Elwood Primary School Grounds, Scott Street - Elwood (Mel ref 67 C3)

Federation Square Book Market Each week, around 12 book stalls attend who bring with them nearly 5000 second-hand and new books every week, covering a diverse range of interests. 11am to 5pm, every Saturday plus 3rd Sunday of month   Atrium,Federation Square - Melbourne Enquiries: (03) 9655 1900

Flemington Computer Swap Meet A large number of stalls selling new and second hand computer equipment and related goods. A small entry fee applies. (Note - the dates and venue of this event can vary. Click here to confirm the current information on this event. 9am—4.30pm, first Sunday of most months   The Undercroft, Flemington Racecourse - Enquiries: (03) 9886 1466

Flemington Market A large outdoor market featuring home made and home grown goods. Parking fees apply. Additional twilight market (3pm to 8pm) on 15 November 2008. Parking fees apply and no dogs are allowed 9am-2pm, 4th Sunday of Month, Nov-Aug, (3rd Sun in Oct, Dec & Jan)   Flemington Racecourse, Epsom Rd, Gate D - Flemington (Mel ref 42 F1) Enquiries: (03) 5974 4710

Footscray Market A large indoor market with a large range of produce and general goods. 7am-3pm Wed, 7am-6pm Thur, 7am-8pm Fri, 7am-4pm Sat   Cnr Hopkins 7 leeds Streets (opposite Footscray Railway Station) - Footscray Enquiries: (03) 9687 1205

Forty Red Bangles Forty Red Bangles brings together a collection of pret wear, accessories, deisgner bags and scarves, representing the most progressive and fashion forward designers from all over India. We invite you to find pleasure in chancing upon the latest additions to your burgeoning wardrobe at our exhibition and sale. Thursday 13 November 6 till 9pm; Saturday 15 November 11 till 5pm   'Alchera', 5 Glasshouse Road - Collingwood

Frankston Sunday Market A great outdoor market with wide variety of New Goods, Plants, Trees, Flowers, Fresh Produce, Craft, Bric-a-Brac, Great Food, Hot Donuts even a Canopy Café. Small admission charge 8am to 1pm, Sundays   Young Street carpark - Frankston (Mel ref 100A C8) Enquires & Bookings 9462-1520 or Graham Mkt Mgr on 0418343166

Gasworks Farmers' Market A farmers' market selling fresh produce from across the state. 8.30am-1pm, 3rd Saturday of month   Gasworks Arts Park - Port Melbourne Enquiries: (03) 5657 2337

Greensborough Community Market A market with 100 stalls selling fruit, veg, plants, second hand good and home made products as well as trash and treasure. After operating for over 30 years in Greensborough, the market has moved to LaTrobe University due to redevelopment works in the Greensborough precinct. The market is located in Car Park 2 with free parking in Car Park 1. Use the North Entry to LaTrobe University on Kingsbury Drive. No dogs are allowed. 9am to 1pm, Sundays   LaTrobe University - Bundoora Enquiries: (03) 9435 8282

Hawthorn Craft Market The Hawthorn Craft Market, one of Melbourne's original 'Makers Markets' of quality craft, gifts and homewares Over 100 stalls offering a wide range of beautifully hand-crafted works. 10am to 3pm, 1st Sun of month   Hawthorn Town Hall, 358 Burwood Rd, Hawthorn (cnr Glenferrie) - Hawthorn (Mel ref 45 D10) Enquiries: (03) 9278 4444

Heathmont Farmers' Market A real Farmers Market offering fresh produce from around the region.Over 40 stalls selling the best in good clean food. Great country breakfast. Make your shopping a family affair. When White Hat visited in August 2008 we found a good range of fruit, vegetables, meats, condiments and other produce. 9am to 1pm, 1st Sunday of the month   Great Ryrie Street Primary School - Heathmont Enquiries: (03) 5664 0096

Holmesglen TAFE Farmers' Market With the first market held in March 2008, this market appears to be establishing itself with students and the local community as a valuable addition to Glen Waverley. White Hat suggests you mark the dates in your diary since the 5th Satuday typically only occurs about four times a year. A small entry charge applies, and hospitality students from the TAFE are involved in the catering. The market has the title "A Taste of Gold". 9am to 1pm, 5th Saturday of month   Holmesglen TAFE, Waverley Road - Glen Waverley Enquiries: (03) 9564 6207

in.cube8r gallery in.cube8r gallery is a shop/gallery which runs like a long term market. It is open to anyone who makes things by hand and supports all things craft, art and hand-made in Melbourne. The gallery is divided up into glass cubicles, shelves, racks and partitions which artists can lease for a small weekly cost over a three month period. There is no commission on items sold. When Whitehat visited in June2008 we discovered a treasure trove of new upcoming artisans as well as designers like Julie Ughetti, with an international reputation. The work ranges from the quirky to sophisticated and given the diversity of art work on display you appear to be guaranteed to find eclectic original pieces. Tues 11 to 5, Wed to Sat 11 to 6, Sun 12 to 4   321 Smith Street - Fitzroy Enquiries: (03) 8415 0321

Karingal Uniting Church Monthly Market Stall holders sell a variety of goods including plants, seedlings, games, tools, handcrafts, books, clothing. General bric a brac. The church canteen sells hot and cold food and drinks. 8am to 1pm, 2nd Saturday of month   cnr Karingal Drive & Lindrum Road - Frankston Enquiries: (03) 9789 9727

Keilor Rotary Village Market Village market with craft, fresh produce, kids entertainment and refreshments. 9am-1pm, 1st Sunday of month, Sept-Dec ?   Old Calder Highway - next to Keilor Hotel. - Keilor (Mel ref 14 J6) Enquiries: 0412 949 302

Kingston Farmers' Market Buy fruit & vegies, cheeses, free-range eggs, breads, olive oil, & more directly from the producer. 8am-1pm, First Saturday of month(except Jan)   Sir William Fry Reserve, Nepean Highway, - Highett (Opposite Southland) (Mel ref 77 G11) Enquiries: (03) 9581 4746

Kris Kringle Night Market Each week over 50 stallholders will offer individually handcrafted and locally designed products that range from unique clothing and jewellery to original prints and bags. Plus tasty food vendors in the civic square, fantastic local bands and entertainment each week and lots more. 5.30pm to 10pm, Thursdays 27 Nov to 18 Dec 2008   Northcote Town Hall, 189 High St - Northcote

La Trobe University Union Market An indoor/outdoor market with craft, clothing and bric-a-brac. 9am-3pm, Thursdays durinf semester   La Trobe University Union Building. - Bundoora (Mel ref 19G7) Enquiries: (03) 9479 1594

Lost & Found Market Lost & Found is an indoor market based in a shop in Smith Street Collingwood. It features vintage furniture, lighting, art, posters, clothes, books, records and anything collectable. Permenant and casual stalls available. 12noon to 5pm, Wed to Sun   12 Smith Street - Collingwood Enquiries: 0409 161 454

Magnolia Square Magnolia Square is a boutique market. It showcases high quality and stylish wares from the inspiring ranges of innovative small business owners, designers and artists. The 20 or so retailers are handpicked for their uniqueness and level of quality and style. The market operates on selected dates. Forthcoming markets are Malvern Town Hall (cnr Glenferrie Rd & High St, Malvern) - 4th, 5th, 6th December 2008 Brighton Town Hall (cnr Wilson & Carpenter St, Brighton) - 27th , 28th , 29th November 2008 Times are as follows on each day Thursday 9am – 9pm, Friday 9am – 9pm, Saturday 10am – 4pm Fri-Sun on selected dates (see above)   Boardman St - Malvern East (Mel ref 59 E12) Enquiries: 0419 159 732

Malvern Computer Swap Meet A large number of stalls selling new and second hand computer equipment and related goods. A small entry fee applies. (Note - the dates and venue of this event can vary. Click here to confirm the current information on this event. 9am—4.30pm, first Sunday of most months   Malvern Town Hall, Malvern - Enquiries: (03) 9886 1466

Marché Rouge Parisian-style night market in Melb CBD art-deco salon. Selling artisanal