Shop ‘til you drop! Grab a cuppa and some cake, then dive back into the shopping fun at one of our awesome local markets.
Petition to crown Toowoomba as the market capital of Qld? Honestly, we are spoiled for choice in this region with so many markets in and around town!
Whether grabbing fresh produce at the Toowoomba Farmers’ Market, hunting for unique finds at the Queens Park Market, or tasty Devonshire teas at a Lions Club market, there’s just so much to explore.
Here’s our rundown on these markets and others, so you can make the most of your market time in the Toowoomba region.
Markets In Toowoomba
Toowoomba Farmers’ Market
Here’s a great place to grab all your seasonal goodies, chat with local farmers, and shop straight from the source. Load up your basket with fresh fruit, veggies, meat, bread, pasta, preserves, honey, milk, and more.
You’ll also find many artisan stalls selling everything from handmade soaps and beauty items to leather goods, steelwork, wooden items, and jewellery. Grab a coffee and some homemade treats while you check out local and international eats and enjoy the regular live music.
- Every Saturday
- 7 am – 12 pm
- The windmills [next to Cobb+Co Museum], 27 Lindsay St, East Toowoomba
Toowoomba PCYC Market
This Sunday market is one of Toowoomba’s longest-running and is a great way to spend your morning. You’ll find all sorts of local stalls selling everything from fresh produce and plants to furniture, fruits, cakes, and cool collectibles. There’s always something new to check out.
- Every Sunday
- 7 am – 12:30 pm
- 219 James St, Toowoomba
The Makers’ Market
This Sunday market highlights all the incredible creative talent of our region. You can find homemade preserves, hats, toys, homewares, accessories, and other beautiful bits and bobs.
Set inside The Goods Shed, with a designated kids’ zone and coffee stalls, it’s a fabulous family day out.
- 2nd Sunday of every month
- 8 am – 1 pm
- The Goods Shed, Victoria Street, Toowoomba
Twilight Markets
Run by the same folks who organise the fantastic Makers Markets, this seasonal event celebrates the nighttime vibes. With over 140 stalls, you’ll find plenty of artisan goodies for your home, hair, body, and of course, delicious treats to satisfy your cravings.
There’s live music, face painting, and lots of family-friendly activities. It only happens four times a year, so be sure to mark it on your calendar.
- Once every season
- 3 pm – 8 pm
- The Goods Shed, Victoria Street, Toowoomba
Queens Park Markets
Located in beautiful Queens Park, the Queens Park Market is where you can find unique art and crafts from all around the Southeast Queensland region.
Chill out on a Sunday, checking out stalls with delish food, art, gifts, home decor, jewellery, and clothes. And as a bonus, all the fees from the stalls go to local charities- so good!
- 3rd Sunday of every month [4th Sunday in September]
- 8 am – 1 pm
- Frogs Hollow, Queens Park, Toowoomba
Toowoomba’s Endless Edit
Shop loads of preloved clothing at this monthly market. Sell your wardrobe or buy a totally new one. Remember to bring your $2 for entry.
- Monthly on a Sunday [dates vary]
- 8 am – 12 pm
- 58 Neil Street, Toowoomba
Auto-Mania Market
A new annual market on the Toowoomba calendar, selling everything car and car parts related.
Rev heads mark this one in your calendar as it only happens once a year and you don’t want to miss it.
- Annually [usually in July], set over a Saturday and Sunday
- 9 am – 4 pm Saturday, 9am – 1 pm Sunday
- Toowoomba ShowGrounds
Markets In Highfields
Highfields Community Markets
With gourmet food to munch on, live music to groove to, and FREE fairy floss, this community market is a hoot. Grab artisan goodies like plants, pet treats, jewellery, and tons of knick-knacks too.
- Monthly on various dates
- Times vary
- Highfields Cultural Centre
St Anne’s Market and Car Boot Sales
Happening four times a year, this market is a hit in the Highfields community. It’s the perfect chance to declutter or score some preloved bargains.
Bring your appetite for the sausage sizzle, Devonshire teas, cakes, jams, and relishes.
- 3rd Saturday of February, May, August and November
- 8 am – 12 pm
- St Anne’s Anglican Church, Highfields
Other Markets In The Region
Cabarlah Markets
Arts, crafts, vintage finds, furniture, tools, pet gear, glassware, fresh produce, plants and tons more. And when hunger strikes, there’s burgers, chips, Devonshire teas, sammies and other tasty bites.
FYI: There’s no ATM on site, so bring your cashola for the stalls.
- Last Sunday of every month [December 2nd Sunday]
- 7:30 am – 12:30 pm
- Cabarlah Hall, 9856 New England Highway, Cabarlah
Lions Sunday Markets Oakey
We love a Lions’ Club market for its range of stalls including; plants, homewares, homemade treats and knick-knacks.
We doubly love a Lions Club market for their tasty sausage sizzle and B&E rolls….nom nom nom!
- 3rd Sunday of every month
- 8:30 am – 12:30 pm
- Oakey Railway Station car park, Campbell St, Oakey
Ma Ma Creek Community Markets
Check out this market for all sorts of handmade and home-grown stuff like plants, woodworking, artisan soaps, baked treats, sewing, crafts, honey, and veggies. And don’t miss the scrummy homestyle morning tea served up by the Ma Ma Creek Hall crew.
Puppers on leads are welcome to join in the fun as well.
- 2nd Saturday of every month
- 8 am – 12 pm
- Ma Ma Creek Community Centre
Pittsworth Lions Club Markets
These occasional markets are packed with fun stalls, BBQs, performances, activities for the kiddos, and coffee for the grown-ups. Stay tuned to the Pittsworth Lions Club Facebook for updates on the next event.
- Occasional Sundays
- 8 am – 1:30 pm
- Pioneer Village, Pittsworth
Dusty’s Markets
Only happening a few times a year, these markets are all about celebrating local artisans and trades. Snag leather goods, silversmith creations, soaps, sewn treasures, handmade jewellery, and even gifts for your pets.
Have a cuppa and a chat with the locals behind all these incredible wares.
- Select dates throughout the year [keep an eye on Dusty’s Facebook for the next one]
- 8 am – 12 pm
- Dusty’s Clifton, 48 Clark Street, Clifton
Crows Nest Markets
A small but fun market in the town of Crows Nest run by the local Lions Club. Pick up fresh seasonal produce, distilled drinkies, homemade gifts, plants and flowers, plus plenty more.
- 1st Sunday of each month
- 7:30 am – 12 pm
- Centenary Park, Crows Nest
Markets A Little Further Afield
Yarraman Markets
All the country market classics like fruit, veg, honey, chutneys, bric-a-brac and plenty more. Save tummy room for some of the hot food available as well, like sausage sangas and locally-loved fish burgers.
- Every Saturday
- 7 am – 12 pm
- Corner D’Aguilar & New England Highways ]Toomey & Margaret Streets], Yarraman
Bunya Mountains Markets
Nestled in the Bunya Mountains, these markets celebrate handmade treasures amongst those gorge towering trees and crisp mountain air.
Wander through stalls filled with hand-carved sculptures, woven textiles, and more. It’s a perfect spot for unique gifts and rustic home decor. Enjoy chatting with artisans about their craft while soaking up the beauty.
- Last Sunday of every month
- 9 am – 2 pm
- Bunya Avenue, Bunya Mountains
