Markets
Ballarat’s market scene blends its regional heritage with a lively, community-focused atmosphere. The Ballarat Farmers Market is a local favourite, offering seasonal produce and handcrafted goods that highlight the area’s strong farming traditions. Across nearby towns, vibrant markets unfold amid historic streetscapes and scenic landscapes, each contributing its own character.
The Creswick Market brings together growers, makers and food lovers in a welcoming village-style setting. In Clunes, the Farmers and Makers Market reflects the town’s creative spirit through its mix of artisan products and quality local produce. By the water, the Avoca Riverside Market adds a relaxed countryside feel, inviting visitors to browse, taste and meet local producers.
Together, these markets celebrate the region’s genuine charm and offer an enjoyable way for both locals and visitors to experience fresh flavours, crafted goods and a warm sense of community.
Ballarat Farmers Market
Zoo Drive, Lake Wendouree VIC 3350
The Ballarat Farmers Market is a vibrant showcase of Western Victoria’s finest seasonal produce, artisan goods, and locally made treats. Held monthly beside the beautiful Lake Wendouree, the market brings together growers, bakers, makers, and producers, offering everything from fresh fruit and vegetables to gourmet condiments and handcrafted wares — a warm, community-focused experience for food lovers and weekend wanderers.
Creswick Market
63 Victoria St, Creswick VIC 3363
The Creswick Market is a beloved regional market offering a vibrant mix of handmade goods, local produce, artisan crafts, and unique gifts. Held monthly, it features more than 90 stalls showcasing the creativity and flavours of the Goldfields region. With its friendly community atmosphere, live music, and diverse range of stalls, the market is a must-visit for anyone exploring the area.
Clunes Farmers and Makers Market
Fraser St, Clunes VIC 3370
The Clunes Farmers and Makers Market transforms the historic township into a lively village-style marketplace each month, featuring local growers, artisan producers, bakers, artists, and craftspeople. Set along iconic Fraser Street, the market offers fresh regional produce, handmade goods, delicious food stalls, and a warm country atmosphere — perfect for a relaxed morning exploring one of Victoria’s most charming goldfields towns.
Avoca Riverside Market
Cambridge St, Avoca VIC 3467
The Avoca Riverside Market brings together the best of the Pyrenees region, offering a relaxed riverside setting filled with local produce, handmade crafts, plants, food trucks, and artisan creations. Held monthly along the charming Avoca River, the market is known for its friendly country atmosphere and scenic surroundings — a perfect stop for travellers exploring the Pyrenees wine and goldfields district.