A complete guide to the best Brisbane markets

There’s no better way to start your weekend than to sip your freshly brewed coffee and take a stroll through some of Brisbane’s best markets. Soak in the community atmosphere and fresh air while supporting our independent farmers and local creatives. Take your pick at flavoursome local produce, search for crafty knick-knacks, and listen to festive live music over your favourite street food.

Dotted far and wide across Brisbane, discover your new favourite Brisbane market. 

1. Jan Powers Farmers Markets

The iconic Jan Powers Farmers Markets is an electic display of Queensland’s local produce and creative flair across three locations in Brisbane (New Farm, Manly, and Mitchelton).

Expect a wide range of farm-fresh produce, smallgoods vendors, fashion and artisan-crafted goodies. Don’t forget to bring your pup, as on-leash dogs are more than welcome.

Brisbane Powerhouse
When: Saturdays 6am – 12pm
Where: Brisbane Powerhouse, New Farm

Manly
When: first and third Saturday of the month 6am – 12pm
Where: Manly Harbour Royal Esplanade 

Mitchelton
When: First Sunday of the month 6am-12pm
Where: Blackwood St, Mitchelton

2. Saturday Fresh Markets

Venture to Rocklea to get a taste of on of Brisbane's largest fresh food markets, the Saturday Fresh Markets. This delicious affair is home to over 150 stalls laden with local fruit, vegetables, breads, meat, poultry, fish, flowers and smallgoods. You're bound to find a few yummy morcels to enjoy on the spot or to look forward to for the days ahead. 

Where: Sherwood Road, Rocklea
When: Saturdays 6am – 12pm

3. The Collective Markets 

The Collective Markets at South Bank is a celebration of artisan culture where creativity is welcomed and adored. provide a haven of unique finds. The Collective Markets host a vibrant collection of stalls including handcrafted goods, vintage clothing, photography, original art, collectibles, gifts and street food.

Where: Stanley Street Plaza, South Bank
When: Friday nights 5pm – 9pm, Saturdays 10am – 9pm, Sundays 9am – 4pm

4. West End Farmers Markets

A popular Saturday morning hot spot, you can rely on the West End Markets for your dose of locally grown fresh produce, live local music and breezy river side views. Featuring live entertainment under a canopy of gorgeous fig trees and a warm community atmosphere, this is one market not to be missed.

The market is host to delicious coffee, organic fruit and veg, fresh seafood and meats, an assortment of hand-crafted goods and gifts, and an impressive selection of tasty treats and street food.

Where: Davies Park, West End
When: Saturdays 6am – 1pm

5. Eat Street Northshore 

The spectacular Eat Street Northshore markets provide a one-of-a-kind dining and entertainment experience. The carnival-style markets turn over 180 shipping containers into individual food and beverage stalls, making for the ultimate foodie’s haven with a buzzing atmosphere. 

Choose a dish for (nearly!) every continent: okonomiyaki, Spanish paella, souvlaki, burritos, curries and slow cooked meats. And there’s no shortage of desserts either. With cocktails, wine and craft beer scattered throughout, it’s the perfect dining solution for groups wanting a little taste of everything.  

Check out our guide to everything you need to know about Eat Street Northshore.

Where: Hamilton Foreshore, MacArthur Ave, Hamilton
When: Friday and Saturdays 4pm – 10pm, Sundays 4pm - 9pm

6. The Milton Markets

Start your Sunday the right way at the Milton Markets in Brisbane's inner west for the ideal combination of food, farm fresh produce and a relaxed ambiance. Featuring over 140 stalls of Southeast Queensland’s greatest makers and shakers, support local farmers, painters, chefs, designers, bakers, fishmongers, baristas, and butchers. Sip freshly brewed coffee while enjoying live entertainment, keep the kids entertained with fun activities and more at the Milton Markets.

Where: Cribb Street, Milton
When: Every Sunday, 7am – 1pm (June - August) and 6am - 12pm (September - May)

7. Riverside at the Gardens Markets

There’s lots to see, do, buy and eat at these vibrant Riverside Markets. One of Brisbane’s longest running marketplaces, the Riverside Markets are the perfect way to catchup with friends on a Sunday morning. Enjoy live music while you stroll through art, fashion and collectible stalls, taste a wide-range of international cuisines and stock up on fresh produce for the week.  Your friendly pooch can also join the fun. 

Where: The Brisbane City Botanic Gardens
When: Sundays 8am – 3pm

8. Nundah Farmers Markets

In rain, hail or shine, northsiders are truly spoilt for choice at Nundah’s thriving Farmers Markets.

Enjoy the ambience of live music as you explore artisan gifts, fashion and jewellery, handmade crafts, home decor, flowers and plants and health and lifestyle products. It’s hard not to be impressed by the raw talent and creativity on show by the lovely folk showcasing their goodies at Nundah Farmers Markets.

Where: Station St, Nundah
When: Sundays 6am – 12pm

9. Brisbane Suitcase Rummage

Pick up a bargain at Brisbane’s Suitcase Rummage markets. Filled to the brink, stallholders bring along suitcases containing pre-loved clothing, vintage finds, and second-hand goodies. You’ll find the most unique and original gifts, collectibles and souvenirs that will warm your heart. There’s brilliant bric-a-brac, books, jewellery, hand-made treats, fashion items, shoes, records, badges, cards – you name it! Grab your bag and get ready to rummage.

Where: Reddacliff Place, Queen Street, Brisbane City
When: First & third Sundays of the month, 12pm – 5pm

10. Redcliffe Farmers and Artisan Markets

Featuring farm-fresh fruit and vegetables, delicious ready-to-eat food stalls, pre-loved goodies and vintage finds, the festive Redcliffe Markets are a great choice if you feel like a Sunday by the seaside. Soak in the sun and fresh sea air while you grab yourself a delightful coffee and browse the wide-range of stalls packed with fruit, veg, baked treats, flowers, plants, fashion and bric-a-brac, all at affordable prices. 

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Where: Redcliffe Parade, Redcliffe
When: Every Sunday, 7am-1pm (Dec-Feb) and 8am - 2pm (Mar-Nov)

11. Brisbane City Markets

Against the bustling backdrop of the CBD, the Brisbane City Markets deliver a tasty selection of fresh farm-direct produce, premium local meats, artisan goods, trawler-direct seafood, authentic baked breads, gourmet food and gourmet provisions. City workers, local residents and tourists alike flock there for lunch, groceries, provisions or gifts - at three different locations throughout the week.

When: Tuesdays 8am – 2pm 
Where: St Stephen's Cathedral, Elizabeth Street, Brisbane City

When: Wednesdays 8am – 6pm 
Where: Reddacliff Place, Brisbane City

When: Thursdays 8am - 2pm
Where: Cathedral Square, Brisbane City

12. Rivermakers Farmers and Artisan Markets

A brand new farmers market is about to hit the scene - and it might quickly become one of Brisbane's best markets. Coming 21 July, heritage precinct Rivermakers will transform its sprawling riverside venue into a weekly farmers and artisan market. Set to feature over 150 unique stalls, offering the finest handcrafted artisan goods, freshest farm direct produce and gourmet foodie vendors, the market will have live music and entertainment to keep the whole family occupied. Once you've shopped, stick around to explore the brewery and distillery that have made their home at Rivermakers.  

When: Sundays 7am – 1pm 
Where: Rivermakers, Colmslie Rd, Morningside

Looking for more markets to browse? Read our guide on the best Gold Coast markets here.

PLEASE NOTE: See individual marketplace website or social media pages for the most current information and opening hours.