Sydney’s Best Markets To Explore In 2026
Eloise Luke
Contributor | Urban List
Weekends can only mean one thing: markets. And luckily for us, Sydney/Eora is brimming with farmers markets offering the freshest local produce, vintage markets stacked with second-hand finds, street food markets with global food galore, and seasonal pop-up markets bringing even more goodies to Sydney's already bustling market scene.
Ready your fridges, grab your reusable bags, put on your bargain-hunting hat, and come hungry—these are the best markets in Sydney right now.
The Best Markets In Sydney At A Glance
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- The Best Markets In Sydney's CBD
- The Best Markets In Sydney's East
- The Best Markets In Sydney's Inner & Far West
- The Best Markets In Sydney's North
The Best Markets In Sydney's CBD
The Rocks Market
George Street, The Rocks | Saturdays and Sundays, 10am–5pm
Image credit: The Rocks Market
The Rocks is one of Sydney's most charming suburbs, peppered with historic pubs and enviable Sydney Harbour views. Head to the cobblestone laneways on weekends and you'll find the vibrant The Rocks Market, beloved by tourists and locals alike, on the foreshore.
Expect tonnes of stallholders selling new and much-loved goodies, from quality artisan goods to crowd-favourite gozleme and handmade sweet treats.
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- There's also lots of live music and entertainment to round out the experience.
Sydney Chinatown Markets
Dixon Street, Sydney CBD | Every Friday night, 4pm–11pm
Image credit: Chinatown Markets | Facebook
Do yourself a favour and head to Sydney’s Chinatown Markets on Friday night. Dixon Street comes alive with over 50 market stalls slinging top-notch Asian street food. While the stall roster changes week to week, expect big bowls of pho, silky ramen, piping hot roti, bursting dumplings, and rich curries.
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- Don't forget the global food truck eats and local Asian artisans offering fun accessories, collector items, and phone charms.
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Entertainment Quarter Markets
The Market Canopy, Entertainment Quarter | Wednesdays and Saturdays, 8am–2pm
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One you can pay a visit to during the week if your weekends are jam-packed, EQ Markets is nestled under some sweeping shade canopy, making them a winner for a warm day.
Fill your basket with beautiful, seasonal produce direct from farmers and growers, and enjoy a treat from the food stalls that flank the over 50-stall lineup.
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- There's always a mix of produce, prepared food, locally made goods including accessories and homewares, and flowers, so there's something for everyone.
Oxford Street Farmers' Market
Taylor Square, 136 Oxford Street | Saturdays, 8am–2pm
When Saturday rolls around, Taylor Square Farmers’ Market will be the place to start your weekend. Opening from 8am to 2pm from Saturday 8 November, it’s the perfect spot to grab a morning coffee, soak up the sunshine, and fill your basket with fresh local produce, seasonal flowers, and artisanal goods.
Whether you’re stocking up for a weekend lunch or hunting for something special to brighten your home, the market’s mix of food, art, and handmade wares makes it an easy Saturday ritual.
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- And the best part? It’s dog-friendly, so your four-legged mate can join in on the strolls and market buzz.
Blak Markets
In front of the La Perouse Museum, 1542 Anzac Parade, La Perouse | 10 am—3 pm
Sydney's famed Blak Market is returning to La Perouse this summer which means more than 20 stalls of authentic First Nations artworks, jewellery and trinkets, homewares and beauty products. Elsewhere on the program you'll find traditional dance performances, stellar live music and, for the littlies, children's storytelling workshops.
Best of all, 100 over cent of profits get reinvested into Aborigina and Torres Strait Islander communities.
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- If you've been on the market train for a while, you'll know the Blak Markets were last held in Randwick City back in 2023 on Bare Island, so their return to La Perouse is a big homecoming.
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Bondi Markets
Bondi Beach Public School, Campbell Parade, Bondi Beach | Sundays, 10am–4pm
Whatever your eastern suburbs Sunday plans might be, make sure you add the Bondi Markets to your itinerary, and pay them a visit with no expectations—you might pick up a custom surfboard, some locally-made skincare products, retro homeware, vintage couture or an organic brekkie bowl.
It also helps that these particular markets take place across the road from a very famous 1km stretch of white sand, so it's worth packing your swimmers for a post-trawl swim.
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- You can pick up your fresh produce every Saturday from 9am to 1pm at the same spot at the Bondi Farmers Market.
Flour Mill Markets Summer Hill
18 Flour Mill Way, Summer Hill | Every First and Third Sunday, 9am–1pm
Image credit: Flour Mill Markets | Facebook
Held in the forecourt of the heritage Mungo Scott building, which used to be a flour mill, Flour Mill Markets is completely plastic free, making it one of the most sustainable markets in Sydney.
“For regular, tasty international bites to eat beyond a bacon and egg roll, and a monthly native flower collection, I love the Flour Mill at Summer Hill Markets,” says Urban List NSW Sales Manager, Bushra Khalid.
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- Remember to bring your reusable totes, grab a morning bite and stock up on bits from small-batch producers like chilli oil, sparkling tea, handmade chocolate, and s’mores kits.
The Cannery Market
The Cannery, 61 Mentmore Avenue, Rosebery | First Saturday and Sunday of every month, 9am–3pm
The Cannery is already a busy foodie marketplace decked out with permanent shops serving up all kinds of treats, but when The Cannery Market is on, the place absolutely pops off.
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- The ground floor of this Rosebery institution is taken over by over 45 stallholders, offering even more mixed goodies from world food to fresh flowers and handmade crafts.
Green Square Market
318 Botany Road, Alexandria | Fourth Saturday of every month, 9am–2pm
Alexandria’s Green Square fills up with locals and tourists alike for a huge day of shopping, food and live entertainment on the last Saturday of every month hosted by Cambridge Markets.
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- Wander past over 50 bustling market stalls slinging everything from sizzling international gourmet foods, fresh produce, artisan goods, homewares, sustainable fashion, handmade gifts and more.
Maroubra Beach Markets
Broadarrow Reserve, Maroubra | First Saturday of every month, 8am–2pm
Beachside markets are some of the best Sydney markets, pumped with plenty of quality coastal gems, second-hand goods, and foodie finds right next to the ocean.
Maroubra Beach Markets is known for its sustainable offerings, promoting local, small retailers, craftspeople, and producers, each selling unique and amazing products with the environment in mind.
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- This one’s dog-friendly too, so feel free to bring your pooch along.
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Tramsheds Growers Markets
Tramsheds, 1 Dalgal Way, Forest Lodge | Saturdays and Sundays, 9am–3pm
If you're not already familiar with the Tramsheds, the collection of shops, cafes, bars, and restaurants is in itself much like a set of permanent markets where you can pop through for anything from a haircut to a dinner date.
But you can also make your way to the Artisan Lane on weekends for a showcase of Greater Sydney's best providores, chefs, and producers at the Tramsheds Growers Markets.
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- Come for a bottle of locally distilled gin, specialty sauces, delicious baked goods and pantry staples you didn’t know you needed.
Carriageworks Farmers’ Market
245 Wilson Street, Eveleigh | Saturdays, 8am–1pm
Image credit: Carriageworks Farmers Markets | Jacquie Manning
The iconic Carriageworks Farmers Markets sets the weekly standard for farmers markets, thanks to its top-notch vendor lineup and in no small part due to its historic Eveleigh location.
“I love the energy of Carriageworks Markets—there’s great produce, passionate makers, and that perfect mix of culture and community,” says Urban List Sydney Commercial Director, Daniel Harris. “It’s my go-to Saturday ritual for good food, good vibes, and great coffee.”
You’ll find organic and biodynamic produce, artisan breads and pastries, boutique wines, premium meats and cheeses, herbal teas, freshly cut flowers, and more.
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- Stalls change weekly, but you can expect goodies like cultured butter and lemon curd from Pepe Saya, dangerously good viennoiserie from All Purpose Bakery, and coffee from the legends at Single O.
Glebe Markets
Glebe Public School, 9–25 Derwent Street, Glebe | Saturdays, 10am–4pm
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This viral Sydney market deserves a top spot on any list, with a cult following and serious gems to be uncovered every single weekend. The vibe is a funky flea market, with a mix of permanent and casual traders offering epic finds in every category.
“Glebe Markets is my absolute favourite,” says Urban List Sydney Editor, Jess Best. “It has a great array of second-hand clothing finds and the baked goods are next level.”
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- With a grassy patch in the middle for enjoying some food stall tucker or admiring your finds, this is a perfect Saturday out—just note this one isn't dog friendly.
Rozelle Collectors Markets
Rozelle Public School, 663 Darling Street, Rozelle | Saturdays, 9am–3pm
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Adventuring through the Rozelle Collectors Markets can feel like taking a trip back in time. It’s no surprise that the market is one of Sydney’s favourite outdoor antiques, collectibles, and second-hand shopping destinations, with live tunes from top-notch local talent to soundtrack your browsing.
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- When your bags start to feel a bit heavy, take a break and enjoy the food stalls offering a range of delicious food.
Orange Grove Market
Orange Grove Primary School, Perry Street, Lilyfield | Saturdays, 8am–1pm
Every Saturday, the backstreets of Lilyfield are filled with locals walking in one direction: towards the Orange Grove Market. Stalls flood the Inner West primary school with some of the freshest produce in town, where colours and smells overwhelm the senses in the best possible way.
You'll find fruit, veggies, flowers, meat, pastries, juices—rain, hail, or shine.
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- If you see a long line stretching out of a particular bacon and egg roll stall, trust us and join it for one of the best hangover cures ever created.
Burwood Chinatown Night Markets
127/133 Burwood Road, Burwood | Thursdays–Sundays, 5pm–10pm
Image credit: Burwood Chinatown | Instagram
A colourful arcade of neon spreads across Burwood Chinatown 24/7, and at the end of the week, it gets even more vibrant. Burwood’s Chinatown Night Markets pulls together some of the best Asian market food stalls across four nights of outdoor late-night feasts.
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- You’ll find viral Japanese cream fried sandwiches, matcha creations, fresh fruit mochi, and more crazy-delicious food creations.
Parramatta Farmers Market
Centenary Square, Parramatta CBD | Wednesdays, 7:30am–2:30pm
Right in the centre of the CBD, the Parramatta Farmers' Market fills Centenary Square with fresh produce every Wednesday. Here, you can cop fruit, veg, honey, pastries and street food stalls coming straight out of the Sydney basin and regional NSW.
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- Their midweek date offers the perfect opportunity to mingle with artisan growers, to source the best ingredients for your weekend plans.
Sydney Boutique Markets
10/14 Market Lane, Rouse Hill | First Sunday of the month, 10am–4pm
One of the largest boutique markets in Sydney's West, Sydney Boutique Markets takes over Rouse Hill's main street on the first Sunday of every month. This market showcases up-and-coming designers and retailers in a pop-up retail setting, giving emerging names the chance to show off their talents.
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- You'll be able to cop clothing, accessories, and even homewares at this spot.
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Manly Markets
Manly Corso, Sydney Road, Manly | Saturdays and Sundays, 9am–5pm
Come one, come all to the beautiful and lively open-air Manly Markets. Situated right in the heart of sunny Manly, these bustling markets are a little slice of beachy paradise, with passionate stallholders stocking a huge variety of awesome goods.
Shop artisanal produce, vintage apparel, unique imports, gifts, handcrafted jewellery, eco-friendly items, local art, and more.
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- Once you’ve had a decent stroll around these sunny Sydney markets, make sure to reward those hungry bellies by visiting one of the fantastic bars or restaurants that surround the Corso.
Northside Produce Market
Ted Mack Civic Park, 200 Miller Street, North Sydney | First And Third Saturday Of The Month, 8am–12pm
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The Northside Produce Market pops up fortnightly, and is packed to the rafters with a stellar lineup of more than 70 vendors and producers, hailing from Orange, the Riverina, Central Tablelands, Southern Highlands, Brother Mountains and Crescent Head, the outskirts of Sydney and inner city.
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- There's plenty of green space to stretch out and enjoy a coffee and picnic with your haul once you're done shopping, too.
Kirribilli Markets
Glebe Public School, 9–25 Derwent Street, Glebe | Saturdays, 10am–4pm
First held in the ‘70s, Kirribilli Markets is one of Sydney’s oldest markets, and a go-to spot for second-hand finds in eyeshot of the towering Sydney Harbour Bridge.
Over 220 stalls sell previously loved fashion, vintage accessories, retro homewares and antique decor.
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- There’s also new products and goods from emerging local designers and artists, as well as gourmet foods from a variety of international food stalls.
Ryde Wharf Markets
Anderson Park, 2 Parsonage Street, Ryde | Second and Fourth Sunday of every month, 9am–2pm
For a waterfront affair, Ryde Wharf Market is docked right on the harbour at Anderson Park. It’s held twice monthly, offering more than 50 stalls each time. Stroll around the park to find hot food, fresh produce, homewares, fashion, jewellery and plenty of unique, locally made gifts.
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- It’s the perfect opportunity to support small businesses and try some of Sydney’s best local market offerings.
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