A Guide To Byron Bay’s Artisan Market Scene – Byron Bay Markets
The Byron Bay region has one of the largest compilation of Artisan, Community and Farmers Markets in Australia. Market browsing is a great opportunity during your holiday to Byron Bay to pick up some mementos of your stay, purchase uniquely designed clothing & jewelry, sample some of the tastiest local produce and to have a chat with the locals – you may even pick up a tip or two about places to visit that are not necessarily on the usual tourist map.
If you are planning to explore the region while enjoying your stay at the Byron Holiday Park, try to plan your trip on a day the markets are on, that way you can pick up some fresh local goodies for a picnic lunch on the way rather than having to prepare your goodies in the camp kitchen before you leave. Markets are also a great option in all types of weather so if you were planning on a beach holiday and the sun doesn’t shine every day as the Instagram pictures have shown you, then perusing the wares at the markets are a great alternative.
We have compiled a list of Bryon Bay Artisan Markets and Byron Bay Community Markets and have including the surrounding Byron Bay regions for you to explore during your stay. If you are looking for fresh locally grown produce, check out our recent article a The Best Guide to Byron Bay Farmers Markets where you can pick up all you need for your camp kitchen.
Byron Bay Markets – Region (Special Dates)
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Byron Artisan Night Market
Too much to do during the day? Then the Bryon Artisan Night Markets are a great opportunity to experience what is on offer in the region with the best of local arts and crafts on display and for purchase. The Byron beachside market is held between 4pm and 9pm, from October through to March each year offering a great casual dining experience to mark on your calendar as you enjoy local cuisine and listen to live music by local artists.
When: Saturday Evenings – From October to March, 4pm – 9pm
Where: Railway park, Jonson Street, Byron Bay 2481
Distance: 7-minute drive from Byron Holiday Park
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Byron Beachside Market
The Byron Beachside Markets are all about celebrating handmade goods from local artisans. Held only a few times a year the markets offer over 200 stalls selling high quality art, sculptures, ceramics, textiles, home wares, fashion, and loads of yummy things to eat. Set along the Main Beach foreshore take a wander through the eclectic mix of stallholders while you listen to some of Byron Bay’s upcoming musicians as they busk throughout the markets.
What better way to experience the vibrant atmosphere of Byron Bay than to mingle alongside locals and tourists alike, tasting freshly made food, browsing a collection of high quality art, sculptures, ceramics, textiles, home wares fashion, craft and clothing created by local artisans while listening to music by local artists with an ocean backdrop. The market also has an array of services available by health and wellbeing practitioners.
When: Special Dates – Saturday 13th July 2019 & Saturday 28th September 2019
Where: Main Beach Foreshore, Byron Bay
Distance: 9-minute drive from Byron Holiday Park
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Brunswick Christmas Twilight Market
With 150 stalls laded with local hand-made, arts, crafts, clothing and home wares, the Brunswick Heads Christmas Twilight Market offers the perfect opportunity to pick up a unique last-minute Christmas gift while you are on holidays. There will not be any food stalls however normal takeaway fare such as dagwood dogs and fairy floss will be on offer. There will be amusement rides of offer for little and big kids alike, Santa will arrive at 6pm until 7pm and Fireworks will commence at 9pm.
When: Wednesday 19th December 2018
Where: Memorial Park, 11 Fawcett Street, Byron Bay 2483
Distance: 26-minute drive from Byron Holiday Park
Byron Bay Region – Markets (Held Monthly)
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Byron Flea Market
Managed by the Byron Youth Service, Byron Flea Markets are known for having the iconic ‘Byron Bay grass-roots vibes’. You’ll find loads of local art, second-hand goods, fashion, and locally made food. The best bit about these markets? They’re actually a community program aimed to help local youths gain skills and work experience within a market setting. Even the entertainment is performed by Byron Bay High music students.
When: Second Saturday of the month, 9am-2pm
Where: Youth Activity Centre, 1 Gilmore Crescent, Byron Bay
Distance: 8-minute drive from Byron Holiday Park
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Byron Community Market
A perfect outing for the whole family, the Byron Community Markets offers something for everyone. You can spend hours exploring the incredible range of original artworks and unique hand-crafted jewellery, ceramics and clothing. While the kids will love the candle making stalls, tie dying, face painting, and rides that are on offer. For Mum & Dad there is organic coffee and some great breakfast options available.
When: First Sunday of the month, 8;00am-3:00pm
Where: Butler Street Reserve, Byron Bay
Distance: 9-minute drive from Byron Holiday Park
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Bangalow Market
If you’re looking to explore outside of Byron Bay, then head just out of town to the popular Bangalow Markets. Located under the shade of eleven huge camphor laurel trees, the markets are popular with locals and tourists alike. The perfect spot to pick up some fresh produce straight for the local farmers and bakers, or pick up a unique artisan ware. There’s also a collection of well being therapists available at the markets if you’d like a quick massage. While you’re in town make sure to visit the elegant federation buildings, lush parks and the array of galleries and boutiques.
When: Fourth Sunday of the month, 8:00am-11:00am
Where: Bangalow Showground, 1 market St, Bangalow
Distance: 13-minute drive from Byron Holiday Park
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Lennox Head Community Market
The Lennox Community Market offers a great day out for locals and visitors alike. Wander through the stalls which over an array of plants, clothing, hand-made crafts and bric-a-brac and sit back and relax while as you enjoy music by local artists and great food. Kids can keep busy with a range of activities on offer in addition to the nearby skate park.
When: Second & fifth Sunday of the month, 8:00am-2:00pm
Where: Mackney Lane, Lennox Head
Distance: 19-minute drive from Byron Holiday Park
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Brunswick Heads Market
The colourful local Brunswick Heads Market located in Memorial Park comes alive with artisan stalls offering a variety of clothing, plants, candles, soaps, locally made cuisine and so much more. You’ll find a mix of locally made and imported goods, plus loads of fresh fruit & veggies if you need to restock the camp fridge. There are also two playgrounds close by for the kids to play while you browse. After the markets head across to Bernadi’s Café for some of the Gold Coast’s best Artisan Gelato!
When: First Saturday of the month, 7:00am-2:00pm
Where: Memorial Park, 11 Fawcett St, Brunswick Heads
Distance: 27-minute drive from Byron Holiday Park
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Mullumbimby Community Market
Mullumbimby is an eclectic and scenic town with a personality and style all of its own, and it’s this unique town culture, vibe and friendly locals that makes the Mullumbimby Community Market stand out from others in neighbouring towns. Held in the well shaded Summers Park the markets showcase local arts and crafts from the Northern Rivers region, along with a selection of handmade clothing, shoes, gifts and jewelry in addition to imported products and bric-a-brac. Delicious food, local organic coffee and cold drinks are also available on the day and if you want to explore a little more history of the town and the area, the Brunswick Valley Historical Museum is located next door to the market.
When: 3rd Saturday of the month, 9am– 2pm
Where: Summers Park, cnr Stuart & Myocum St, Mullumbimby 2482
Distance: 30-minute drive from Byron Holiday Park
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Ballina Market
Affectionately known as the ‘friendliest market around’ the Ballina Market, run by the East Ballina Lions offer a wide variety of goods from fashion to arts and crafts, local coffee and freshly cooked food you can enjoy at the Lions Café under the trees as you listen to the music from the Ballina Shire Concert Band. All profits from the markets are returned to the community making it a worthwhile event to support.
When: 3rd Sunday of the month, 7am – 1pm
Where: Canal Road, Ballina NSW 2478
Distance: 30-minute drive from Byron Holiday Park
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Murwillumbah Makers & Finders Market
If you’re on the hunt for unique vintage goods or handmade art and ceramics make sure to visit the Murwillumbah Makers & Finders Market. Spread across two buildings, the market celebrates local growers, artists, designers, upcyclers, and vintage collectors. You’ll have he chance to chat to resident ceramicists, illustrators and sculptors with live studio demos in their crafts throughout the day. The outdoor area of the market is set in the beautiful Knox Park which features a recently renovated playground for the kids and is the perfect spot for a picnic.
When: Third Sunday of the month, 7:00am-1:00pm
Where: Canal Rd, Ballina
Distance: 30-minute drive from Byron Holiday Park
Byron Bay Region – Markets (Held Fortnightly)
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Pottsville Beach Markets
Located on the Phillip Street Reserve in the beachside town of Pottsville, the popular Pottsville Beach Markets are worth the drive. Offering the opportunity to explore local art and craft clothing, jewelry, bric-a-brac and home-made treats. Enjoy a sausage on bread from the community market and take some time out to explore its sandy beaches and town while you are there. Better yet you can bring your best mate as leashed dogs are welcome.
When: 1st & 3rd Sunday of the month, 7:30am – 2pm
Where: 16 Philip St, Pottsville 2489
Distance: 40-minute drive from Byron Holiday Park
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Kingscliff Markets
Spend a relaxing Saturday morning strolling through the stalls of the Kingscliff market held in the Jack Bayliss Park on Marine Parade. Kingscliff Beach offers a picturesque backdrop as you explore the local wares, gourmet food and coffee. Purchase some goodies for a picnic lunch and spend the afternoon soaking up some sun or going for a walk on the beach.
When: 2nd & 4th Saturday of the month, 7am – 1pm
Where: Jack Bayliss Park, Marine Parade, Kingscliff 2487
Distance: 51-minute drive from Byron Holiday Park
There are plenty more markets to explore if you are willing to go further afield, so get out your holiday plan and pencil in some of these great regional Byron Bay markets today.
Photo Cred: Byron Bay Flea Market
