Arts, crafts and local produce: The best markets across Melbourne’s eastern suburbs
Hot jam doughnuts, barbecues, preserves, coffee, arts, crafts and fresh fruit and veggies are among the goodies on offer.
Matthew Sims
February 06, 2026
Our list of art, craft and farmer markets across Melbourne’s eastern suburbs is growing, but we’re always keen to know where your favourite market is. Let us know at [email protected].
Yarra Glen Racecourse Market
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Hosted by Craft Markets Australia, this market is a short drive into the Yarra Valley, but features country views and about 300 stalls from local artists and producers.
When: First Sunday of each month, 9am-2pm
Next market: Sunday March 1
Where: Yarra Glen Racecourse, 2 Armstrong Grove, Yarra Glen
Nunawading Arts and Crafts Market
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Managed by Arts Nunawading, the Nunawading Arts and Crafts Market has been running since 1985, showcasing a range of handmade goods from unique art and crafts to fresh produce and gourmet food.
When: Fourth Saturday of each month, 9am-2pm
Next market: Sunday February 22
Where: Whitehorse Civic Centre, 379-397 Whitehorse Road, Nunawading
Heathmont Farmers Market
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When: Fourth Sunday of each month, 8am-1pm
Next market: Sunday February 22
Where: 51A Great Ryrie Street, Heathmont
From sausage sizzles and coffee to freshly baked pastries and hot jam doughnuts, there’s something to satisfy anyone’s tastebuds.
Bring your furry friends too - dogs on leashes are welcome.
Warrandyte Riverside Market
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With more than 70 stallholders, Warrandyte Riverside Market has plenty of handmade wares and produce, or you can simply visit to enjoy the local buskers and have a family day out.
Proceeds are often returned to the community on a regular basis through sponsorships and grants and partner payments.
When: First Saturday of each month (except January) – with an additional Christmas market on the third Saturday in December – 8am-1pm
Next market: Saturday February 7
Where: Stiggant Reserve, Warrandyte
Park Orchards Market
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Supported by the Park Orchards Ratepayers Association, the Park Orchards Market offers free parking in surrounding streets with a gold coin donation at the entry gate appreciated, but not required.
Get up and active with live music and craft activities – or grab a selection of food and produce – including cheese, dips, nuts and BBQ meat rubs.
When: Third Saturday of each month (except January) – with an additional Christmas market on the second Saturday in December – 10am-2pm
Next market: Saturday February 21
Where: Park Orchards Primary School, 1-3 Bowmore Avenue, Park Orchards
Lilydale Craft and Produce Market
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When: First Sunday of the month (excluding January) from 9am to 2pm, gold coin on entry
Next market: Sunday March 1
Where: Yarra Ranges Council, Lilydale – enter via Hardy Street
The Lilydale Craft and Produce Market has raised more than $300,000 for the Lilydale community since it launched in 2009, with Rotary Lilydale returning proceeds to the community through a number of projects and donations.
Whitehorse Farmers’ Market
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When: Second Sunday of each month, 8am-1pm
Next market: Sunday February 8
Where: Whitehorse Civic Centre, 379 Whitehorse Road, Nunawading
Whitehorse Farmers’ Market has been run by Whitehorse Rotary Group every month since 2006.
Enjoy the wide range of fruit, vegetables and meats, as well as bread, cakes, pasta, eggs, chutneys and olive oils.
You can also grab a bacon and egg sandwich and a freshly brewed coffee.
Ringwood East Community Market
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Hop off the train at Ringwood East station and take a short five-minute walk to the Ringwood East Community Market to browse the various wares, enjoy the playground or grab a snag as part of the sausage sizzle, which directly supports local community organisations.
When: First Saturday of the month (excluding January), 9am-2pm
Next market: Saturday March 1
Where: Knaith Road Reserve, Laurence Grove, Ringwood East
Yarra Valley Farmers Market
Hosted at Punt Road Winery, come down to try out fresh fruit, vegetables and freshly squeezed juices, or local handmade bread, biscuits, cakes and chocolates, jams, chutney, tea and coffee.
Priding itself as Victoria's longest-running monthly market, it gives you the chance to buy direct from the grower, producer or maker, knowing the produce is fresh and has low food miles.
When: Third Sunday of each month, 9am-1.30pm
Next market: Sunday February 15
Where: Punt Road Winery, 10 Saint Huberts Road, Coldstream
Wantirna Trash and Treasure Market
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Are you a morning person who needs to declutter their wardrobe?
Stall entries open from 5am at the Wantirna Trash and Treasure Market every Sunday – weather permitting.
New and second-hand goods, antique treasures and craft creations will be available, as well as refreshments.
When: Every Sunday, 8am-2pm
Where: 251 Mountain Highway, Wantirna