SUPPORTING OUR LOCAL CREATORS
Toowoomba plays host to many creative souls, several of which converge regularly on our markets
Just one visit to a local market can reveal how many creative people call the Garden City home.
Because so many of these people run businesses that are either quite small or purely based in market stalls, it can be tricky to discover them except for at markets.
Why not pack a picnic rug and make a day of it with the family?
Even if you’re not able to shop up a storm that particular weekend, many of these small businesses provide business cards with details to get in contact or an online/etsy store.
Here are some of the Toowoomba region’s favourites:
PINK FIG MOTHER’S DAY MARKETS
Held annually a few weekends prior to Mother’s Day, Pink Fig is a fantastic chance to find boutique hand-crafted items and support local artisans.
There are food stalls and space for a picnic rug to keep the kids and hubby occupied while you peruse the many stalls.
MARGARET STREET MARKETS
Held on the first Sunday of each month, these markets are best enjoyed if you arrive early- to mid-morning.
They take place in the Toowoomba CBD between Club Lane and Neil St from 8am–1pm.
Why not have brunch in the city at one of the local cafes before perusing the many stalls?
QUEENS PARK MARKETS
Ideal for a family day out, these monthly markets also include activities for the children such as jumping castles and face painting.
They take place in Frogs Hollow every third Sunday of the month from 8am–1pm.
Most of the stallholders are also very happy to have a chat about their products, creative process, and even encourage you with your own creative endeavours!
CABARLAH MARKETS
Enjoy a picturesque drive about 20 minutes out of Toowoomba to Cabarlah on the fourth Saturday of each month, weather permitting.
These quaint markets are wonderful for wood-worked items, handmade clothing, pottery and more.
Have a look through the German clock shop nearby, or have a cuppa while chatting to some of the friendly stallholders.