Market trail

The Sunshine Coast is renowned for its creative communities and their unique arts and crafts. To see some of their wonderful work, taste regional produce and groove to local music, take a trip to the markets and experience the relaxed atmosphere and Sunny Coast vibe. PS: It is important to check the date and times of markets, so please go to website addresses included here to ensure you have the correct time and place. Support local producers and artisans at one of our region’s markets

Alex Markets On December 18, between 7am and noon, you can check out local artisans, foodies, growers and musicians either side of the Alex Skate Park in Alexandra Headland. The markets also pop up during school holidays. To confirm time and place please check the website for details. sunshinecoastcollectivemarkets.com.au

Beerwah Tower Green Market Enjoy live music, CWA traditional baked goods, a raffle, and locally produced art, homewares, skincare apothecary and more held on Simpson Street, Beerwah on December 11, 8am to noon. Find Beerwah Tower Green Market on Facebook. Caloundra Street Fair There are around 100 stalls selling everything from handmade items to food and clothing. It’s held on Sundays from 8am to 1pm and Friday evenings from 5pm to 9pm in Bulcock Street, Caloundra. Visit caloundrastreetfair.com.au

Caloundra Twilight Markets This familyfriendly event features around 100 stalls with handmade and artisan crafts, street food, gourmet sweets, fashion, jewellery and more. Held on the last Friday of the month, from 5pm. Visit the markets’ Facebook page for details.

Coolum Beach Market Don’t miss out on a great range of arts and crafts, gourmet food and music at Coolum Primary School, Barns Lane, Coolum Beach. It’s on every second and fourth Sunday of the Month, from 8am to noon. Visit sunshinecoastcollectivemarkets.com.au

Cotton Tree Markets These markets feature local designers and artisans selling a selection of jewellery, artwork, clothing, homewares and skincare. It is held at King Street, Cotton Tree on Sundays between 7am and noon. Visit cottontreemarkets.com.au Currimundi Twilight Markets You will find a Friday night street food market on the third Friday of each month from 4pm to 8pm at Westaway Parade, Currimundi. Please note, this is not a BYO alcohol event. Find Currimundi Lake Twilight Market on Facebook.

Eumundi Markets Expect fresh produce, fashion, handcrafted furniture giftware at 80 Memorial Drive, Eumundi, on Wednesdays 8am to 1.30pm and Saturdays 7am to 2pm. Visit eumundimarkets.com.au

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Eumundi Christmas Extravaganza At the Eumundi Markets car park, 29 Napier Road Eumundi from 3pm to 7.30pm, this extravaganza features a festive show with entertainers, and food and market stalls. This is a free community event for of all ages. Eumundi Christmas Night Market Head to Eumundi Markets, 80 Memorial Drive, Eumundi from on December 17, 5pm to 8.30pm to celebrate this wonderful time of year with festive fun and holiday shopping. Fishermans Road Markets The stalls feature a range of local produce, new and secondhand clothing, tools, books, and more on the corner of Fishermans Road and David Low Way, Maroochydore on Sundays from 6am to noon. Visit fishermansroadmarket.com Kawana Waters Farmers Market Stalls stock fresh produce, food, arts and craft at Kawana Waters State College, Sportsman Parade, Bokarina, from 6am to noon on Saturdays. Visit kawanawatersfarmersmarket.com.au

Maleny Sunday Market Get fresh produce, arts and crafts, antiques and collectables, books, food, massages and more. The market is held in the RSL Hall, Bunya Street, Maleny and is held on Sundays from 8am to 2pm. Nambour Village Square Market An eclectic market at Nambour Village Square, Lowe Street, Nambour, every Thursday from 9am. facebook.com/NambourVillageSquareMarket

NightQuarter Markets Find a feast of street food, live entertainment, themed bars, eclectic shops and a carnival with dodgem cars, arcades and a ball pit every Friday night between 4pm and 10pm at The Avenue, Birtinya. Phone 1300 264 448.

Sunshine Coast Collective Markets are held at the Coolum State School every second and fourth Sunday. Shop local and get into the festive spirit at the annual Christmas market on December 12. Open 8am to midday. sunshinecoastcollectivemarkets.com.au

Late night shopping every Thursday until 7pm. 11-55 Maroochy Boulevard, Maroochydore Qld 4558 maroochydorehomemakercentre.com.au

DECEMBER

Saturday 4, Sunday 5 Saturday 11, Sunday 12 Saturday 18, Sunday 19 10am to 1pm

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