The Central Highlands Region is spoilt for choice with a diverse range of farmers’ markets and food collectives where you can buy produce directly from the farmer or producer! Many are VFMA accredited so you can be sure that the produce you buy has been grown or produced by the people that you meet at the market.
For updates on VFMA accredited markets click here.
Every Sunday of the year, rain, hail, snow or shine with two exceptions. If the market falls on Christmas day or a "Catastrophic" (the highest fire warning level) fire danger day in the central district we will not operate. The market opens at 8am and winds down from 1pm with a close time of 3pm. These times are affected by weather, if it is pouring rain or stinking hot the market will wind down and close earlier.
The market has a left hand rail accessible toilet on the station platform next to the male toilets. There are two accessible parking zones, one on Raglan Street, one in the paddock area. The Raglan Street accessible parking is more suited to wheelchairs for market access. The upper level carpark has stair access to the market so is not suitable for accessible parking. The market pathways can be a little bumpy, we do try and make them smooth traveling but large tree roots have made this difficult in some areas.
Held on the third Sunday of every month
Talbot Farmers’ Market began in 2004 as one of the earliest farmers’ markets in regional Victoria, supporting local and regional farmers, growers and artisan food producers.
It remains proudly community-based, and continues to draw thousands of visitors to Talbot each month. Talbot (population approximately 350) is 40 minutes north of Ballarat and 90 minutes from Melbourne’s Westgate Bridge.
Be early—fresh food sells fast! Open from 9.00am to 1.00 pm.
Open to the community every Saturday from 9am-12pm.
We offer a variety of products, from freshly baked sourdough and local milk, right through to delicious cheeses and artisan jams.
Our mission is to create a resilient, local food economy, that unites local producers with loyal customers, right here in Gordon. Our not for profit, registered incorporated association aims to establish a volunteer-run store to retail produce from the local area, such as meat, vegetables, fruit, preserves, nuts and eggs. We want to help farmers and producers from within a 100km radius (excluding metro Melbourne) sell their products directly to the public from a single location.
Third Saturday of every month in the town square, showcases the finest fresh and seasonal produce from the region. The farmers’ market has a selection of local dairy produce, honey, eggs, live poultry, preserves, potatoes, sourdough breads, olive products, fresh flowers and organic wines.
Second Saturday of every month 9am - 1pm
A local Farmer's & Makers Market in Ballan offering Regional & Local produce and home made, home produced items.
First Saturday of each month (except for January) from 8.30am to 12.30pm and is a genuine growers and makers market showcasing the very best in fresh produce and handcrafted goods from the Moorabool Valley region. The market features a fantastic range of locally grown, farm-fresh and homemade foods as well as unique art, handmade homewares and eco-friendly products.
Offering fresh vegetables, fine wine, vibrant blooms, artisan breads, local free range meats, gourmet tarts, vegan treats, plants, natural personal products, bespoke gifts and much more, the Golden Plains Farmers’ Market is a one-stop-shop for premium, fresh produce and is a key component of the Moorabool Valley Taste Trail. With live music, family entertainment, espresso coffee and the aroma of fresh baking pastries adrift, the market in High Street Bannockburn offers a lively atmosphere for visitors of all ages.
Second Saturday and Fourth Saturdays of each month.
We operate all year round – including in the winter – so you have regular access to our wonderful stallholders. Some stallholders only come once a month, and others have highly seasonal produce, so the range of stalls varies at each market.
We hope you have a great experience visiting our market! Thanks for supporting our hardworking and creative stallholders who bring such a wide range of fabulous produce & products to the market.
Second Sunday of the Month, from 9am to 2pm. Within an hour and a half from Melbourne you can do your organic produce shopping at Clunes Farmers' Market before fossicking in the local bookstores and antique stores. Stay for a fabulous lunch or snack at the many Clunes eateries before moving on - or not - to other fabulous destinations around Clunes.
On the fourth Saturday of the month, come and visit the Daylesford Farmers' Market for food, drink, fresh produce, handmade goodies, music, performance & community.
