When the weekends in Sydney are sunny, breezy and beautiful, you’ll find the masses out and about, picnicking in the park, strolling on the beach walks, and exploring the exciting weekend markets. Dotted all over the city, the weekend markets in Sydney sell all sorts of goodies from pre-loved trinkets to organic produce. Each market has its own speciality, ensuring that no two markets are the same. Safe to say, Sydney-siders are spoilt for choice.
The Rocks Markets
Operational Hours: Saturdays and Sundays 10am to 5pm
Where: George St and Playfair St, The Rocks
What’s On: The Rocks Market is a handmade haven offering everything from candles to leather goods, and jewellery. Couple that with baked deliciousness, artisan chocolate and piping hot savoury food, one would have a fabulous time walking through. Furthermore, Sundays can begin right by joining in the free yoga session in the nearby park. After the morning stretch, wander through the market listening to the live music and snacking on the freshly made grub. A fair warning though, you might not leave empty handed!
Carriageworks Farmers Market
Operational Hours: Saturdays 8am to 1pm
Where: 245 Wilson Street Eveleigh
What’s On: You have to know that the Carriageworks Farmers Market means business when the curator is an esteemed Chef. Moreover, vendors at the market are required to follow a strict charter to sell there. As such, buying from the market, you can be assured that you are purchasing directly from the producer and the product was grown or created in NSW. Further, this market operates with sustainability in mind such as using rain water onsite and having stalls use eco-friendly materials. If you need yet more convincing that this is the most authentic of farmer’s weekend markets in Sydney, all vendors have to be vetted prior to selling at Carraigeworks Market. This is certainly one market you have to go to if you appreciate the quality in anything from produce, to artisan breads, seafood, coffee, chocolates, spreads and more. Definitely, not one to be missed.
Paddington Markets
Operational Hours: Saturdays 10am to 4pm
Where: Paddington Uniting Church, 395 Oxford Street, Paddington, Sydney
What’s On: You will find an eclectic mash of handicraft, baked goods, plants, vintage products and so much more at Paddington Markets. Not only are the markets located at the beautiful and historical Paddington Uniting Church, they are a stone’s throw away from the iconic Centennial Park. For that reason, a Saturday stroll in the area would present as a delightful thing to do. Of all the wended markets in Sydney, the Paddington Markets is probably the place you’d find the most alternative artistic expression in the art and products retailed. After all, it is only an expression of the local Paddington culture. So if you find yourself wanting to immerse yourself into some local inner city culture, Paddington Markets is the place to be.
Chinatown Market
Operational Hours: Fridays 4pm to 11pm
Where: Dixon Street, Sydney
What’s On: Dixon Street in Sydney is in the heart of Sydney’s Chinatown. Every Friday evening, this street turns into a typical Asian night market, where you might be forgiven into thinking you’re in Asia. Multiple stores selling a myriad of Asian street food, coupled with stalls hawking handmade jewellery, cheap clothes and many other knick knacks sets the scene. Throw in the thick crowds of people jostling to move, queues three deep at the food stalls, and wafts of charcoal and caramelising sugar make this the best night market experience. What better than a night market to give you a truly distinct time at one of the weekend markets in Sydney?
Rozelle Collectors Market
Operational Hours: Saturdays 9am to 3pm
Where: Rozelle Public School, 663 Darling St, Rozelle
What’s On: Calling lovers of vintage! As the saying goes, one person’s pre-loved is another person’s treasure. Are you ready to find your next treasure? You can find everything from clothes to kick knacks and even antiques. Further more, be entertained by live performances and snack on treats and coffee while you browse. This market has been around for 20 years and have been cemented as an institution in weekend markets in Sydney. So pop in for a sticky beak, a coffee, or and stroll and who knows, you might just find something precious in the ruble!
Sydney Vegan Market
Operational Hours: Third Saturday of the month, 9am to 4pm
Where: Olympic Boulevard and Cathy Freeman Park, Sydney Olympic Park
What’s On: Veganism might not be the most popular of lifestyle choices but boy do they know how to cobble together an awesome weekend market. You can find anything from vegan cruelty-free products to scrumptious vegan cuisine just strolling down Olympic Boulevard. Moreover, even the artistes entertaining you that day are all committed vegan acts. So, you might love meat too much to give it up but you’ll never know how much you like vegan food till you try it. As far as weekend markets in Sydney goes, this one might just surprise you yet.
Kirribilli Markets
Operational Hours: Every 2 weeks, alternating between Saturday and Sunday, 8:30am to 3pm
Where: Alfred Street South, Milsons Point
What’s On: Begin a day out sightseeing with a trip to the Kirribilli Markets. Not only might you find a beautiful trinket, or a flaky pastry, you’ll be able stroll along while enjoying the most iconic view in the city. As the Sydney Harbour Bridge looms over the market, so is the landmark Luna Park theme park just meters away. Your entire day out could be spent right there at Wilson’s Point. You can go on a Saturday to peruse the general and fashion market, or a Sunday to checkout the Arts, Crafts and fashion choices. Whichever you choose, it will indeed be a fun day at one of the weekend markets in Sydney.
Glebe Markets
Operational Hours: Saturday 10am to 4pm
Where: Glebe Public School, Corner of Derby Place and Glebe Point Road, Glebe
What’s On: As the most popular city fringe market, the Glebe Markets is representative of the culture of the area, dare I say, hipster-esque? There you might find your next hand-made one-of-a-kind treasure, or a dress to your next party. Furthermore, with the stall changing most weeks, you might find something special each week. If you happen to stop by around lunchtime, not only will you discover scrumptious food, you’ll eat to the tune of some live performances. Take a Saturday off and wander through the market and absorb the atmosphere, best known for its vibrant, alternative vibe.
There’ll never be a dull weekend in Sydney when the markets are in session! Pop by one each week and see what treasures you can find. Your next discovery awaits, so what are you waiting for? Head to KKDay to check out what other things you can do while you’re in Sydney.
