curry festival @ dandenong market, dandenong
The world of curry is celebrated at Dandenong Market - 1st September, 2019.
We love a chance to celebrate different cultures and cuisines - and so does the Dandenong Market. Today we joined in on the fun celebrating the deliciousness of CURRY! Working with Foodie Trails, the market was the place to be. The event space was filled with delicious food tents and trucks, with one thing in common - curry flavours. We did play it safe this year (kids spice can be a little risky) and devoured some butter chicken and plenty of skewers, while we saved the Koti Roti for ourselves. Alongside the food was a henna tattoo tent, a photo booth and a stage that was chock full of dancing and music. We simply loved joining in on the moves with the Bollywood dancers and we now have a 5 year old who wants to find a dance troop!
Mamma's special mention: There is always plenty to do, see and eat at Dandenong Market and events are always popping up at this multicultural hub. Check out what is happening HERE.
Cleeland St, Dandenong
churchill island farmers market, churchill island
First Saturday of the month
Grab a coffee, browse the local produce and take in that almighty view!
This is a great way to spend a Saturday morning!
Grab a coffee, browse the local produce and take in that almighty view!
With 40 stalls offering fresh produce, make sure your bring your appetite!
Mamma’s little ones were most excited to have a delicious jam donut - for breakfast! What a treat.
Listen to some live music, play some giant connect four or go for a wander and spot some sheep.
There’s also a cafe onsite should you find yourself wanting a more substantial meal (though whats more substantial than a donut for brekky?!)
On the fourth Saturday of every month.
Mamma's special mention:
Once you have browsed the market, visit the Churchill Island homestead.
the nitty gritty
When
1st Saturday of the month
8am - 1pm
Free entry
(Tickets are required to enter Churchill Island homestead)
wanna know more?
click here
red hill craft market, red hill
First Saturday of the month between September to May
This has to be the most spectacular location for a market that this Mamma has even seen!
Immerse yourself in the most stunning surroundings and soak up the delights of this lovely community market. There’s a heap of options when it comes to food and beverages, so come with an appetite!
With over 300 stalls you are bound to find the perfect little treasure you’re looking for, or perhaps something you didn’t even know you were after!
There’s also a cool little playground to let the kids run out some energy. Definitely one to add to your list!
Mamma's special mention:
There’s so much to enjoy up here. Make a day out of it. Have lunch at the delicious Red Gum BBQ. Take a scenic walk around Point Leo foreshore. Or go on an adventure at Enchanted Adventure Garden.
dingley village farmer's market, dingley
On the Third Saturday of the month
Mamma loves a Farmer’s Market! Especially one in the heart of a small village - it has such an awesome community feel to it.
This is relatively new, having only operated a handful of times, but it is gaining momentum every month!
It’s a small market, but with delicious products like fresh bread, pastries, cheeses, sweets - even a dedicated doggie stand!
You’ll also find some hot food and drinks, some crafts, plants and the fantastic boomerang bags. These are free and reusable bags that you can collect at the market.
What could be a better way to spend a Saturday morning!
Mamma's special mention:
Keep the fun times rolling and check out the awesome Superzu playcentre.
cardinia community grocer, pakenham
This great new little weekly produce market is a community based social enterprise; aimed at getting fresh, local produce out to the locals.
This great new little produce market is a community based social enterprise; aimed at getting fresh, local produce out to the locals.
It provides fresh, locally grown produce at affordable pricing.
Get amongst the community, chat to the locals, enjoy a coffee and cake and let the kids run free!
There is also story time at 10am , live music and a fantastic park across the field to keep everyone entertained.
Mamma's Special Mention
Make a day of it, and take the kids up to see the cows get milked at Caldermeade Farm
emu plains market, balnarring
Market on every 3rd Saturday of every month between October - April
What could be better than a leisurely stroll around an outdoor market with over 250 stalls, food trucks, rides for the kids - and live music? Adding an incredibly idyllic backdrop, of course!
This location makes this market hands-down the most beautiful one that Mamma has ever visited.
Set in a lush forest deep within the Mornington Peninsula, with stringybark trees offering plenty of shade and beauty; this open plain is one of few that remain. It gets it name as it is said that Emus used to roam the area.
With over 250 stalls, you will find things like gelato, home-made pasta, locally made wines, baby clothes, plants, paintings, jewellery - and so much more!
There are plenty of food trucks to fill your appetite and rides and jumping castles to keep the kids busy. There is even a playground!
Add the next date to your calendar, as this is one you wont want to miss!
Mamma's special mention
There is so much do in the Peninsula! Make a day of it and head to the wonderful Sunny Ridge strawberry farm and pick your own strawberries!
the nitty gritty
3rd Saturday of the month between October and April.
Be prepared to wait for at least 10 minutes to get into the car park, as it is very busy.
Parking is $5 per car
ATM on site- toilet facilities - playground - lots of shade under the trees - NO DOGS
Balnarring Racecourse and Emu Plains Reserve, Balnarring
click here for more great markets in Melbourne's South
main street market, mornington
This gorgeous street market has been operating for over 34 years and has all the goods!
Every Wednesday, come rain, hail or shine - Main Street comes alive with a spectacular community market.
This market has been running for 34 years, making it the longest running street market in Victoria.
Packed with a variety of stalls, like; homemade craft, baked goods, fruit and vegetables, jewellery, toys, fashion - the list goes on! Some of the traders have been coming every week for over 15 years!
Visitors travel from afar and, of course, it is a local favourite - Mamma can definitely see why it has been operating for so long!
There is such a great community feel here - and is also a great chance to check out all of the wonderful shops Main Street offers as well!
Mamma's special mention
Make a day of it and stop in at the wonderful The Messy Shed and let the kids go wild!
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bayside farmers market, sandringham
On the fourth Saturday of every month - A farmers market beside the beach? It's a must sea!
A farmers market with sea-side views? How good is that!
Add to that delicious coffee, food, a petting zoo, live music and you have the recipe for a perfect Saturday morning!
Not to mention the 80 odd stalls selling fresh produce, flowers, honey, cheese and wine (winning combination right there!) and LOTS more. This is Mamma's happy place!
Mamma's special mention: after your fresh-air stroll, fill up your tummy at Burger Bae not far away! Or a play at Sandringham Beach Playground
the nitty gritty
On the fourth Saturday of every month
8am - 1pm
$2 entry per person
Trey Bit Reserve Sandringham
click here for more market fun in Melbourne's south
veg out market, st kilda
held on the FIRST Saturday of every month, Mamma says you will love a family jaunt to this farmers market
Mamma says you will love a family jaunt to this farmers market - there are so many choices from a huge range of busy stalls organic veggies, baked treats, snacks for your fur babies, honey, candles, fresh orange juice, free range eggs and so much more. There is a great vibe here at the market. The whole farmers market here is plastic bag free - so make sure you bring along your shopping bag of choice for your goods!
Mamma's special mention: There is literally so much happening around here why not check out some other St Kilda adventures!
Peanut Farm Reserve
Chaucer Street, St Kilda
(right behind Veg Out, and also behind Acland Street)
click here for more market fun in Melbourne's south
prahran market, prahran
Prahran Market - nothing short of fresh foodie fantasy heaven.
Prahran Market - nothing short of foodie fantasy heaven. This market has the best of everything from the freshest seafood and meats, a huge selection of fruit and veg, awe inspiring deli's with everything from fresh pasta to tasty terrines. Mamma could go on, and WILL.....the flowers here are unique and gorgeous and the breads and pastries...well...you know how I feel about this place by now. Oh and take a browse through The Essential Ingredient if you need any more inspiration to whip up an amazing meal. Come here for your weekly shop or for a special occasion but if you love your food, you must explore all this place has to offer.
Special Note - October 20 is Say Cheese Festival! From 1 0am - 4pm you can feast on all things cheesey! There are demonstrations, tastings and more! Check it out here.
Mamma's special mention: And if you think that’s not enough to get you here then once you hear about all the FREE kids activities that happen in the market, you soon will. There's face painting, dance classes, petting zoo and of course...the Mexican Music Man.
the nitty gritty
Monday Closed
Tuesday 7am-5pm
Wednesday Closed
Thursday 7am-5pm
Friday 7am-5pm
Saturday 7am-5pm
Sunday 10am-3pm
Paid parking available
wanna know more? click here
south melbourne market, south melbourne
You can get the best of everything at this 150 year old market - and I mean everything.
The South Melbourne market is such a fave of Mamma's. You can get the best of everything at this 150 year old market - and I mean everything. The fruit and veg, meat and seafood are amazing. The specialty shops are filled with all kinds of fantastic and cool AND different products. You could literally spend the whole day just buying and browsing - luckily the car park is close (on the roof) so you can keep dropping your purchases and then keep shopping! This is the home of the amazing South Melbourne Market Dim Sim so get in line for one of these beauties and please don't go past the freshly shucked oysters...
Mamma's special mention:
The Market has an ever-changing program of events and entertainment throughout the year with great activities for kids each school holidays. Check in here to see what's on.
the nitty gritty
Wednesday 8am – 4pm
Friday 8am – 5pm
Saturday 8am – 4pm
Sunday 8am – 4pm
Paid parking (2 hours free on market days) - Wanna know more?
mornington racecourse market, mornington
Second Sunday of the month. This brilliant market is always bustling, bursting with colour and has SO many stalls and lots to keep the kids entertained.
This market would have to be Mamma's favourite!
It's always bustling, bursting with colour and delectable snacks; there are SO many stalls and lots to keep the kids entertained. Such as mini golf, a petting zoo and a craft stand where they can create a large painting to take home.
With plenty of handmade craft items of every nature, it's a perfect place to purchase kids gifts, homemade jams/sauces/cakes/jewellery and art.
(FYI there is an AMAZING stall where the artist creates her work using only dots - they're breathtaking!)
Also with plenty of food vans, coffee, table and chairs and live music - it is a complete day out!
Mamma can highly recommend the delicious macarons (having sampled a few, to be sure haha).
Mamma's special mention
Mornington has so much to offer, why not spend the day and check out the wonderful Messy Shed on your way home?
the nitty gritty
Second Sunday of the month.
9am to 2pm
$4 Parking fee (correct change is appreciated)
Toilet faciities
wanna know more?
click here
st kilda esplanade market, st kilda
Every Sunday. What could be more relaxing than a Sunday morning spent at St Kilda Esplanade Market??
What could be more of an iconic tradition in the South than that of the St Kilda Esplanade Market?
Since 1970, this market has been a favourite with families, as there is something for everyone. Even your dog is covered - a food truck specifically catering for your fury friends, shout them a doggy-beer!
With over 140 artists in the open-air gallery, selling everything from tie-dyed t-shirts, portraits, plants, jewellery to scrumptious food trucks!
The fact this it is also surrounded by scenic views of Port Phillip Bay is the cherry on top!
Mamma's special mention: you cannot visit the Esplanade Market without a trip to Luna Park!!
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gasworks farmers market @ gasworks arts park, albert park
On the 3rd Saturday of every month. In the lush surroundings of gasworks arts park, is this fabulously fresh farmers' market!
Located in the lush surroundings of gasworks arts park on the third Saturday of every month, you will find the freshest organic produce, decadent home-made cakes (mamma can't go past the macarons!), specialty bread and so much more!
Whilst you are here - you can also visit the resident artist studios, have lunch in the scrumptious cafe - and check out their second hand book sale!
Just remember that this market is totally plastic bag free - so don't forget a bag or trolley to take home all your goodies in!
Mamma's special mention
Make the most of the outdoors and visit the amazing Maritime Community Park not far away!
