When it comes to farmers’ markets, we’re spoiled for choice here in the Northern Rivers. Some of Australia’s most well-regarded markets are right here in our backyard, so it feels fitting that we share our guide to the best markets in the Northern Rivers.
Directly supporting local farmers and craftsmen, snagging great value goods, and building community connections – what’s not to love about that?
Weekly Farmer’s Markets
For some of the freshest produce and food our fertile lands have to offer, the farmers markets in the Northern Rivers area are the perfect place to pick up your essentials (while also supporting local farmers).
Find these markets brimming with local produce on Butler Street Reserve, Thursdays between 7am-11am. Plenty of street parking can be found nearby, such as behind Rails and at Lawson Street South car park.
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Saturday mornings between 7:30am-11:30am. The Lismore Farmers’ Market are held at the Lismore Showgrounds in North Lismore.
The Lismore Farmers’ Market is especially well-known for its gardening section, with a wide range of plants, mulch and more on offer to support your home garden.
Find plenty of parking, as well as live music, entertainment, and plenty of seasonal offerings.
Find these markets on every Wednesday afternoon between 3pm-6pm. Find these markets in between the green bank and the post office on Main Street.
Hot tip: don’t forget to bring your honey jars to refill!
Every Saturday between 8am-12pm. Find a wealth of organic produce, fresh seafood and nuts in a mostly undercover area (in case the rain rolls in). Find these markets on Stratheden Street!
Located right by the beautiful Richmond River, Ballina’s Farmers and Producers Markets are on every Sunday morning between 7am-11am in Commemoration Park (right next to the Missingham Bridge).
Find a wide range of locally grown produce and fresh foods, including artisanal baked goods and cheeses. Some onsite parking available, but there’s plenty of nearby street parking too.
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The Murbah Farmers’ Market is open for business every Wednesday between 7am-11am at the Murwillumbah Showground. From humble beginnings in 2011, the market has since grown to around 50 stalls, packed full of organic produce, bread and other fresh goods.
Hot tip: Look out for our friends at Summit Organics when visiting. They make use of some of our brewing by-products to replenish their soil. Read more on regenerative farming here!
Monthly Markets
With something for everyone, the following selection of monthly markets are the perfect family day out. Expect to find fresh food, gifts, art, entertainment – and everything in between.
Found right in Byron’s town centre, the Byron Community Market is on the first Sunday of each month, open from 8am-3pm.
The community markets provide a welcoming atmosphere and a glimpse into the authentic culture of Byron. Be mindful of road closures when they’re on!
The Bangalow Markets are huge, usually boasting over 300 stalls. Occurring on the 4th Sunday of every month between 9am-3pm at the showgrounds, these markets have an abundance of fresh fruit, coffee, jewellery, handmade goods, flowers and much more.
Showground parking is available for cheap, or you can try your luck with street parking. A portion of each month’s market’s profit is also donated to local community groups.
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The 3rd Saturday of each month, from 9am-2pm. Located in Knox Park, Murwillumbah.
The Makers & Finders Market is a celebration of sustainable living, with great emphasis placed on pre-loved and vintage goods. This pairs with a big offering of local produced art, produce and food items.
Hot tip: Just across the road is the M-Arts Precinct, an institution for local artists to gather, showcase their work and run workshops. Check it out while you’re nearby.
The first Saturday of every month brings the Brunswick Heads Market with it, running from around 8am-2pm. Find these markets held in Memorial Park on Fawcett Street.
Perfect for a family day out, the Brunswick Heads Markets are situated right by the Brunswick River with some playgrounds and grassed areas for relaxing after you have a wander.
On the 2nd Sunday of the month, you’ll find the Channon Craft Market open from 8am. After quickly outgrowing their original location, The Channon Craft Market can now be found in Coronation Park, The Channon.
These historic markets have been around since 1976 and have their claim as the longest-running markets in Northern New South Wales. ‘Make it, Bake it, Grow it’ has been their mantra since their start, with the organisers committed to prioritising locally-made food, goods and art.
