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Home to some of the best shopping, dining and entertainment Sydney has to offer, the Inner West is a cultural hotspot and locals are certainly never short of something to fill their weekends with. 

While Sydney may be known for its famous beaches, there’s plenty of other popular pastimes on offer, with many favouring a leisurely stroll around the local markets as the perfect way to spend a Saturday or Sunday morning. Here are 7 of our favourite Inner West markets every Sydneysider should visit on the weekend!

 

Glebe Markets

Saturday, 10am - 4pm, Corner of Derby Place and Glebe Point Road, Glebe (Glebe Public School Grounds)

Immerse yourself in live music, enjoy an array of rich and exotic delicacies, and peruse the stalls to find hidden gems. Held each and every Saturday, the Glebe Markets are undoubtedly the Inner West’s most popular and most frequented weekend market, drawing large crowds of both locals and visitors who have come to experience the delight. Expect to find a range of eclectic goods here, with people from all walks of life selling their products.

 

Balmain Market

Saturday, 8:30am - 4:30pm, Corner of Darling Street & Curtis Road, Balmain (Grounds of St Andrew’s Congregational Church)

A favourite amongst locals, it really is no surprise that the Balmain Markets are Sydney’s third oldest set-up. With a collection of unique handmade goods, vintage items, second hand books and all things crafty, these weekly markets are perfect for the creatives amongst us. Held each Saturday, the Balmain Markets offer all day parking meaning you’re free to get lost amongst the hidden treasures for as long as you like!

 

Rozelle Collectors Markets

Saturday & Sunday, 9am - 3pm, 663 Darling Street, Rozelle (Rozelle Public School)

With a huge array of antique goods, vintage clothing, jewellery, collectors items, and loads more, anyone with an appreciation for decades past will easily get lost amongst the stalls and spend hours searching for the perfect item! Held across both Saturday and Sunday each weekend, these markets are perfect for anyone with a creative edge, or even just someone who appreciates a good bargain!

 

Orange Grove Organic Food Markets

Saturday, 8am - 1pm, Corner of Perry Street & Balmain Road, Leichhardt (Orange Grove Public School)

Featuring only fresh, organic food, the Orange Grove Organic Food Markets are where foodies go to mingle whilst stocking up their kitchen with wholesome, nourishing food for the week ahead. Held every Saturday, this artisan-style community markets features a range of delicious items to tantalise your tastebuds, including freshly baked bread, delectable pastries and of course a selection of fresh, organic seasonal produce.

 

Newtown Community Market

Saturday, 10am - 4pm, Newtown Town Square 

Known predominantly for its original and vintage style fashion, the Newtown Community Market brings together an eclectic range of goods and people. With a real sense for the local community, these markets are held weekly on Saturdays as a way to raise money for community projects, and you’ll often find local buskers scattered amongst the stalls, providing free entertainment for attendees and adding to the community vibe that is so strong here.

 

Organic Food Market

Sunday, 7:30am - 3pm, 142 Addison Road, Marrickville (Addison Road Community Centre)

Featuring a wide selection of local, fresh and organic seasonal produce, alongside fresh flowers and tantalising baked goods, it’s no surprise the Organic Food Market based in Marrickville is a favourite amongst locals and visitors alike! Held every Sunday at the Addison Road Community Centre, these markets are packed full of live music, delicious food stalls and plenty of entertainment for the kids.

 

Sydney Flower Markets

Saturday, 5am - 11am, 250-318 Parramatta Rd, Homebush West

Hundreds of Sydney locals flock to the Flower Markets in Flemington each weekend to take in the pure beauty of the freshly cut blooms. These markets are steeped in Sydney’s history, having been started during the time of the first fleet. Showcasing the best nature has to offer, attendees can not only pick up a selection of fresh blooms, but also purchase wrap, ribbons, pots and everything else flower-related you could possibly need!

Whether you’re after fashion, food or flowers, there are plenty of Inner West markets on the weekend to meet your needs. So grab your spare change, put on your walking shoes and get ready to find yourself a hidden bargain and enjoy the beautiful atmosphere of the local area!

 

Image Source: Inner West Council