Whether you’re after a gift for a friend, a bite to eat, or just a casual stroll and a browse, you’re bound to find what you’re looking for at one of Perth's local markets. So we're helping you satisfy all your stall-hopping cravings, with a round up of all the best food, arts, and fashion markets around town.
Scope out this list of the best markets in Perth this month.
Freshie Farmers Market
EVERY SATURDAY MORNING
Exclusively about good food, the new Freshie Farmers Markets can be found in the grounds of Freshwater Bay Primary School in Claremont from 7:30am to 11:30am every Saturday. Head in and explore a carefully curated range of gastronomical venders serving up the finest quality produce and eats, including Allington Family Farm, Bookara Goat, Freshline Organics, GG Meats & Co, Panna Artisan Bakery & Patisserie, and so many more. Alongside all the tasty delights and fresh groceries, there’ll be plenty of family fun including a bouncy castle and farm animals to keep kids big and small entertained.
Subi Farmers Market
EVERY SATURDAY MORNING
For fresh produce to keep you going over the weekend, head to the Subi Farmers Market, open every Saturday from 8am ‘til 12pm at Subiaco Primary School. First opening up to the public in 2009, this wholesome spot supports local farmers, growers and producers. Buy anything from delicious sambos and baked goods, to canine treats for your furry friend.
Kyilla Community Farmers Market
EVERY SATURDAY MORNING
Located in Kyilla Park, North Perth, this community based market is open every Saturday from 8am ‘til 11am. For all things fresh, this is your one-stop-shop—think fruit and veg, meat, honey, flowers and heaps more. Support the community and head down on Saturday!
Perth Home Grown Markets
EVERY SUNDAY
In the heart of the city on Murray Street Mall are the Perth Home Grown Markets, every Sunday from 11am ‘til 4pm. Enjoy shopping for handmade homewares for yourself or treat a loved one to a thoughtful gift. Also located here are the gorgeous soy wax melts from Melts by Millie—heads up, she has an adorable dog who sometimes pays the stall a visit!
Mother’s Day Market
THURSDAY 6 MAY
Have you left it to the last minute to sort out mum’s Mother’s Day gift? Before you hang your head in shame, we’re here to tell you that the Mother’s Day Market in Victoria Park is here to save the day. Head down to these lively markets—which will undoubtedly be full of people in the same boat as you—from 5pm to pick up a handmade gift that mum’s sure to love.
The Pre-Loved Clothing Market
SUNDAY 9 MAY
This year, the Pre-Loved Clothing Market has found itself a new home at The Sunshine Harvester Works—which means there’ll be plenty of delicious street food and tap brews on offer in addition to the market’s 40 pre-loved, vintage and high end stalls!
Made-It Market At Whiteman Park
SUNDAY 16 MAY
The much-loved Made-It Market is returning to Whiteman Park on Sunday 16 May, and you’ll want to be here if you love locally-made goodies. Make your way through over 70 amazing market stalls selling everything from artworks and crafts to sweet treats and clothing. Even better, these markets are held in conjunction with the WOOF at Whiteman markets, where you’ll be able to pick up anything and everything for your four-legged friends!
Stirling Square Markets
SUNDAY 16 MAY
On the third Sunday of each month, Stirling Square in Guildford transforms into a lively hub full of incredible handmade goods, music, free activities and smells that will have you salivating. Pack a picnic rug and bring your pooch to make a day out of these fun family-friendly markets.
Perth Makers Market
SUNDAY 23 MAY
Perth Makers Market is well known for supporting our local creatives in a big way, and they’re kindly setting up shop at Goolugatup Heathcote Cultural Precinct in Applecross on Sunday 23 May for a beautiful day of Autumn shopping. Whether you’re just there to browse or you’re keen to shop ‘til you drop, you’ll want to check out everything this awesome market has to offer.
Planet Street Pop-Up
Thursday 27 May
Head down to the Planet Street Pop-Up for some really darn good market stalls. Ranging from your classic fresh food vans, to homemade products at market stalls, to gorgeous live music, there’s a little something for us all here.
Old Perth Road Markets
SUNDAY 30 May
For fresh and delicious food, live entertainment plus plenty of free activities for the little ones, look no further than Old Perth Road’s Sunday morning market. Be sure to pack a carry bag because there’ll be a huge range of gorgeous stalls selling handmade goodies that are just too cute to resist.
Want more? Here are the best farmers markets in Perth.
Image credit: Perth Makers Market