markets and festivals melbourne's east

To market to market, to buy a.....well, just about anything really! There is a smorgasbord of fresh food, farmers', pre-loved, handmade and flea markets in the East, these are our absolute faves for Mamma, so keep an eye out for what's happening right here - you'll find heaps of inspiration plus a handy map, making it easier to uncover something new for you and the crew to enjoy.

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christmas @ dandenong market, dandenong

Dandenong Market will be kicking off all things Christmas on Sunday December 1 with a spectacular Christmas Market!

halloween on the green, ferny creek

October 27, 2024 - The Halloween on the Green is BACK!

cherryhill orchards blossom festival, coldstream

The blossoms are BLOOMING in Coldstream!

tesselaar tulip festival, silvan

September 14 – October 13, 2024. The fields are about to bloom and the Dutch know how to entertain!

fiestas patrias @ dandenong market, dandenong

On Sunday 15 September, communities will come together at Dandenong Market to experience the vibrancy and diversity of the Latin Americas.

the blue hills cherry blossom show, silvan

Blink and you’ll miss it! That is how short the blossom season is BUT the best place to catch it - and snap those gorgeous family shots is in the Yarra Valley. The Blue Hills Cherry Blossom Show is making its return to the festival scene at their cherry orchard in Silvan.

hot chocolate festival @yarra valley chocolaterie, yarra glen

The Yarra Valley Chocolaterie has wicked chocolate all year round, but come August - it is all about the HOT CHOCOLATE and in all flavours imaginable.

immerse 2024 by knox city council

Knox will transform into an interactive celebration of the arts with the return of Immerse next month. From 28 June – 28 July there will be a range of evening projection installations, interactive pop-up events, and surprising performances for community of all ages to attend.

winter arts festival @ bunjil place, narre warren

The City of Casey’s Winter Arts Festival is back for 2024 with an exciting line-up of arts, cultural and entertainment experiences to warm up you and your family winter.

belgrave lantern festival, belgrave

Winter solstice has to be one of the most magical times of the year. The Yarra Ranges do their Winter Solstice celebrating in the form of the annual Belgrave Festival!

ice cream festival @ yarra valley chocolaterie, yarra glen

February 7 - 18: Ice cream Festival at the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie

summer stage @ bunjil place, narre warren

Get ready for an unforgettable experience as Bunjil Place in Narre Warren unveils 'Summer Stage'. For six glorious weeks in January and February, the outdoor Plaza transforms into a buzzing mini festival, and everyone's invited. Don’t miss live music, Emma Memma’s show, kid’s workshops, parties and so much more! Your unforgettable summer awaits

curry festival @ dandenong market, dandenong

The world of curry is celebrated at Dandenong Market - 3th September, 2023.

botanic by night @ wilson botanic park, berwick

This place is beautiful during the day - and even more amazing by NIGHT! Botanic By Night is a brand new event happening in the City of Casey this winter. Spanning over two weekends, the Wilson Botanic Gardens will transform into a light spectacular.

the shortest lunch, yarra valley

Celebrating Winter Solstice in the Yarra Valley with The Shortest Lunch

steamfest @ national steam centre, scoresby

It’s not everyday that this steam museum comes to life. But every Labour Day long weekend, the National Steam Centre kicks into gear

tesselaar's kabloom - festival of flowers, silvan

Everyday March 23 to April 21 2024 - Where the fields are drenched in colour!

knox festival, ferntree gully

Knox Festival - Saturday 2 March 2024

winter solstice bonfire @ collingwood children's farm, abbotsford

Saturday July 17, 2021
There’s something quite hypnotic watching a massive bonfire being lit up and lighting up the night sky that Mamma can gaze at for hours! If only Mamma had a GIGANTIC marshmallow to toast over the flames!

melbourne magic festival, collingwood

Alakazam and Alakazoo! The Annual Melbourne Magic Festival is BACK! This is always a fun and exciting way that Mamma and her crew love to spend the winter school holidays.

hop fest, beer and cider festival @ healesville sanctuary

Mamma loves the sounds of a festival, especially when it is all about the east’s finest brewers. Hop Fest is all about the local beer and cider makers found in the Yarra Valley.

celebrate mooroolbark, mooroolbark

March 19 and 20, 2022 - Reconnect at Celebrate Mooroolbark

wine and wildlife at healesville sanctuary

We must be coming up to winter and time to rug up nice and cosy. Although it doesn't have to be all indoors and it can be even better with a glass of wine in hand. This Queen's Birthday weekend enjoy some wine alongside your wildlife at Healesville Sanctuary.

herb and chilli festival, wandin east

Herb and Chilli Festival, Wandin North

the lilydale agricultural & horticultural show, lilydale

November 16 - 17 The Lilydale SHOW IS HERE!

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heathmont farmers market, heathmont

Craving some fresh pastries and a bit of local flair? Look no further than the Heathmont Farmers Market, an Eastside favourite that pops up on the 4th Sunday of each month. This bustling little market will get any foodie’s tick of approval featuring everything from fresh fruits and veggies to hot coffee, hotter jam doughnuts and and plenty more.

australian craft & food markets expo @ caribbean park, scoresby

If you grew up in the East then you are no stranger to Caribbean Market! Bringing back all sorts of nostalgia Caribbean Gardens is open for market days again.

boroondara farmers market, hawthorn

Who can resist a freshly made hot doughnut (or four)? The Boroondara Farmers Market is a charming little collection of produce stalls; from local fruit and veg, to crusty bread and farm-fresh eggs.

mulgrave farmers market, mulgrave

Held every Sunday at the local primary school, Mulgrave Farmers Market is so packed full of locally produced fruit and veg, eggs, meat and baked goods that you could easily knock out half of your weekly supermarket shop here. The only difference? You get to do it in the fresh air while sipping on a coffee and watching the kids occupy themselves with the provided lawn games.

ringwood east market, ringwood east

After a short hiatus and a new location, Ringwood East Market is back Mamma’s. The market is now held at Knaith Road Reserve just down the road and continues to have great community vibes and now also has a playground in the middle.

st andrews market, st andrews

If you are keen on taking a trip up some windy roads into the dusty bush of St Andrews, there is a famous bush market that runs EVERY Saturday morning.

regional farmers market, abbotsford

Abbotsford Farmers Market is set in the surrounds of the stunning Abbotsford Convent and depending on the week, you’ll find things like cheese, fresh breads, flavoured oils, handmade pasta, flowers, home made jams and honey and even wine. Head here on the second Saturday of the month for all the fun.

big dreams market, belgrave

This market is what dreams are made of! BIG DREAMS! Big Dreams Market runs on the 2nd Sunday of the month in Belgrave.

warrandyte riverside market, warrandyte

First Saturday of the month marks market day down by the river in Warrandyte. This brilliant community market is a mix of all that is wonderful about a market day.

park orchards market, park orchards

On the third Saturday of the month Park Orchards Primary School transforms into a trading ground with all sorts of stalls set up beside the ovals.

nunawading market, nunawading

he Nunawading Market has been running for as long as Mamma can remember and can be found every 4th Sunday of the month, outside the Whitehorse Civic Centre and Library