Be in the market this summer

From fresh food to crafty treats, the island’s markets will satisfy every craving.

Churchill Island Markets – December 2 and 30, January 13 and 27. 8am – 1pm.
Showcasing the some of the best local produce from Phillip Island and Gippsland, there’s always a fantastic range of stalls. Stop by for a coffee while you browse and after, take a stroll through the historic grounds.

Cowes Island Craft Market – second Saturday of each month. 9am – 2pm, St Philip’s Parish Hall, 102 Thompson Avenue, Cowes.
The market's theme is Make, Bake and Grow. You will find a large range of products from local producers and crafts people. Profits from the market are returned for local community needs.

Cowes Market on Church– fourth Saturday of each month. 9am – 2pm, St Philip’s Parish Hall, 102 Thompson Avenue, Cowes.
Plants, produce, clothing, crafts and the famous “trash and treasure” shed, as well as hot drinks and food.

Island Foreshore Market –2pm – 9pm. Cowes Foreshore.
December 27 and 30. January 6, 13, 20 and 27.
Against the spectacular backdrop of the Cowes foreshore, enjoy a great line up of stalls – local and beyond, as well as food, live music and kids’ entertainment. The market’s summer season which runs through until the end of January.

Newhaven Market – third Saturday of each month. 9am – 2pm, Newhaven Primary School, 22 School Ave, Newhaven.
Hosted by the local primary school, the Newhaven market features a range of fresh produce, food, crafts and goods. with everything from honey, vegetables and fruit to candles or baked treats, as well as live entertainment.

Rhyll Twilight Market – January 5 and 19. 4pm – 8pm, Rhyll Park, Lock Road.
Organised by the Rhyll Community Association in conjunction with Rotary, there’s music, entertainment, dozens of stalls and plenty of old-fashioned hospitality on display at this popular market. Clothing, food, home made produce, coffee, wine bar and historic displays are features.

There are regular markets at Archies Creek Hall, Corinella, Grantville, Inverloch, Kongwak, Jumbunna, Loch, Leongatha, Wonthaggi and Koonwarra. Details at www.visitbasscoast.com.au/events/markets