Gold Coast MarketsWeekend, Beachfront & Twilight Markets
Once upon a time, the Gold Coast was home to one marketplace; the Carrara Markets. Each weekend local market goers and tourists would flock to this treasure chest to purchase everything from plants to old books to current fashions. The Carrara Markets are still a favourite among now dozens of markets lining the coast.
Gold Coast's market scene is as diverse as it is vast. Some community markets follow the philosophy that what one person considers trash, another might view as treasure, and others nurture the local arts, crafts and fashion scene.
Get out into the sunshine (or moonlight, depending on which markets you choose to visit) and grab yourself a bargain at one of the markets listed below!
Art & Crafts Markets
When: 1st & 3rd Sunday of the month, 8am - 2pm
Where: Kurrawa Park, Broadbeach
Website: www.artandcraft.com.au/broadbeach/
When: 2nd Sunday of the month*, 8am - 2pm *plus every 4th Sunday in months with five Sundays
Where: Marine Parade Park, Coolangatta
Website: www.artandcraft.com.au/coolangatta/
When: Last Sunday of the month, 8am - 2pm
Where: The Esplanade Park, Burleigh Heads
Website: www.artandcraft.com.au/burleigh-heads/
Dreamworld Night Market
Expect fire twirlers, stuntmen, and live art that will elevate your Night Market experience. With Friday Art & Craft Markets, Paint & Sip Sessions, and changing lineups, the fun is endless. Opening June 10, join us every Friday and Saturday, 5 pm to 9 pm, for an exceptional experience.
While Dreamworld's rides are on rest, revel in the joy of good food, laughter, and entertainment. Entry is $2 for adults, free for kids under 13, and complimentary for Dreamworld Annual Passholders and existing Dreamworld guests.
When: Every Friday & Saturday night 5pm until 9pm.
Where: 1 Dreamworld Parkway, Coomera QLD 4209 (yes, at the Dreamworld theme park).
Website: dreamworldnightmarket.com.au
The Surfers Paradise Beachfront Markets
On Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays the Esplanade along the beach becomes a hive of activity with colourful stalls setting up for the twilight markets. The market ethos of make, bake or grow makes sure that the 100 market stalls sell quality local, handmade and homegrown products. Stroll by the beach and find unique gifts, fashion, interesting jewellery, artwork, photographs, handmade beauty products and one-of-a-kind homewares. It's a wonderful way to spend a summer's evening with the family.
When: Every Wednesday, Friday & Saturday night
Time: 4 - 9pm all year round
Where: The Esplanade, the northern end of Cavill Mall, Surfers Paradise
Please visit the dedicated Surfers Paradise Beachfront Markets Facebook Page for news and updates. Due to the many events in Surfers Paradise there are times when the markets relocate or are held on a different day.
Food & Farmers' Markets
Bundall Farmers' Markets
When: Every Sunday, 6am - 11.30am
Where: The Arts Centre, 135 Bundall Rd, Bundall
Website: Instagram
Burleigh Farmers' Markets
When: Every Saturday from 7am - noon (rain, hail or shine)
Where: Lower Gold Coast Hwy, Corner of West Burleigh Rd
Website: www.burleighmarket.com.au
Helensvale Farmer's Market
When: Saturday 6am-11am
Where: Helensvale State High School
Website: www.helensvalefarmersmarket.com.au
Marina Mirage Farmers Markets
When: Saturday 6:30 am – noon
Where: 74 Seaworld Drive, Main Beach
Website: www.marinamirage.com.au
Mudgeeraba Farmers' Markets
When: Every Saturday, 6am - 11.30am
Where: Mudgeeraba Showgrounds - 115 Mudgeeraba Rd, Mudgeeraba
Website: Facebook
Palm Beach Food & Farmers' Markets
When: Every Saturday, 6am - 11.30am
Where: Palm Beach Currumbin High School, Thrower Drive, Palm Beach
Website: www.themarketcogc.com.au
Carrara Markets
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There is quality entertainment for the kids while you shop with face painting, pony rides, an animal farm and a merry-go-round. The markets offer a courtesy bus which only costs $1 for pick up and return so combined with free admission it is a cheap, fun day out for the whole family!
When: Every Saturday and Sunday, 8am - 3pm
Where: Corner Gooding Drive and Manchester Road, Carrara
Website: www.carraramarkets.com.au
Miami Marketta
When: Every Wednesday (5pm - 9pm), Friday (5pm - 11pm) and Saturday (4pm - 11pm)
Where: 23 Hillcrest Parade, Miami
Website: www.miamimarketta.com
Other Markets on the Gold Coast
Cuisine on the Green
When: Every Saturday, 5pm - 9pm
Where: 1 Fairway Drive, Clear Island Waters
Website: www.marketsdownunder.com/cuisine-on-the-green
Currumbin Valley Harvest
When: Thursday to Monday, 8am - 2pm
Where: 1380 Currumbin Creek Road, Currumbin
Website: www.cvhmarket.com.au/
Gold Coast Organic Farmers' Market (Merrimac)
When: Every Sunday, 6am - 11:30am
Where: Merrimac State High School, Dunlop Ct, Mermaid Waters QLD
Website: gcorganicmarket.com
Emerald Lakes Market
When: Thursdays, 3pm - 7:30pm
Where: The Boulevard, Emerald Lakes, Carrara QLD
Website: Facebook page
Nerang Fresh Produce & Craft Market
When: Sundays, 6am - 12pm
Where: Cnr Lavelle & Nerang Street, Nerang
Website: www.lavellestreetmarkets.com.au
The Sanctuary Markets
When: Fridays, 4pm - 9pm
Where: Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, Village Green, on the corner of Tomewin St & Teemangum St, Currumbin QLD
Website: www.marketsdownunder.com
Images courtesy Tourism & Events Queensland, Tourism Australia, Destination Gold Coast & Getty Images
