Tweed markets for fresh produce and vintage finds

Lara Picone Lara Picone
hero media
With incredible, locally grown produce and plenty of creatively inclined residents, the Tweed region’s markets are lively, community events where you can pick up all manner of delicious and beautiful finds.

Grab your market basket and stock up on local goodness with fresh produce and handmade wares. From the colourful quirk of tiny Uki’s long-running market to the beachside bustle of Kingscliff and the carefully grown produce at Murwillumbah’s Farmers’ Market, these Tweed markets showcase the best from the valley to the coast.

Saturday markets in the Tweed

Duranbah Road Farmers’ Market

You’ll find this artisan produce market on the grounds of beautiful Tropical Fruit World. From organic and sustainable products to tempting baked goods and coffee at the onsite cafe, it’s the perfect spot to soak up the morning sun while enjoying the musical entertainment. While here, book a farm tour and explore the sprawling orchards via passenger tractor.

A boy at the Duranbah Road Farmers’ Market
There is plenty of goods to tempt all ages at these markets.(Image: Rhiannon Jones Photography)

When: Saturdays
Hours: 8am–11am
Address: 29 Duranbah Road, Duranbah

Fresh flowers at Duranbah Road Farmers’ Market
Don’t forget your fresh flowers. (Image: Rhiannon Jones Photography)

Salt Village Markets

These beach-adjacent Kingscliff markets are a lovely way to start the weekend. There’s live entertainment and local products to peruse and purchase, such as handmade gifts, clothing and homewares. There are cafes, a patisserie and ice-creamery just steps from the market or pack a picnic and sit on the beach.

When: Third Saturday of the month
Hours: 8am–2pm
Address: Salt Village Kingscliff, Central Park Bells Boulevard

Jack Evans Boat Harbour Market

Find street food, artisan collectibles and curiosities, as well as local produce at this open-air, harbourside market in Tweed Heads. Top or tail your market experience with a paddleboard or fish in the river or a visit to the nearby kids’ playground. Otherwise, simply enjoy the relaxed vibes, music and wander the stalls.

Jack Evans Boat Harbour Market
A visit to the harbourside market is a great way to spend a morning.

When: First Saturday of the month
Hours: 8am–2pm
Address: Jack Evans Boat Harbour, Tweed Heads

Kingscliff Lions Beachside Markets

A curated selection of stallholders can be found at this twice-monthly market held by the beach, from artisans, designers and jewellers to farmers and providores. Enjoy the salt-tinged ocean breeze and the sunshine as you soak up the community atmosphere.

When: Second and fourth Saturday of the month
Hours: 8am–1pm
Address: Jack Bayliss Park, Marine Parade, Kingscliff Beach

Need tips, more detail or itinerary ideas tailored to you? Ask AT.

AI Prompt

Makers & Finders Market

Find trinkets to entice at this crafty market, where you can peruse stalls festooned with vintage and preloved fashion, to bric-a-brac, locally made art and design, and all manner of curiosities.

market stalls at Makers Finders, Tweed
Peruse the stalls at Makers & Finders Market every third Saturday of the month. (Image: Sally Singh Photography)

The idea behind this market is to live more sustainably by reusing, recycling and repurposing, and to make mindful shopping choices that support the community.

arts and crafts at Makers & Finders Market, Tweed
Local artistry thrives in the Makers & Finders Market. (Image: Sally Singh Photography)

When: Third Saturday of the month
Hours: 9am–2pm
Address: Knox Park, Murwillumbah

Sunday markets in the Tweed

Pottsville Beach Markets

This neighbourhood market in the charming coastal town of Pottsville spills out into the main street with a festival-like atmosphere. Here you’ll find delicious food trucks, artisan and second-hand wares, fashion, plants and fresh produce to tempt you. Once you’ve strolled the length of the market, grab a bite and wander over to sparkling Mooball Creek.

When: First and third Sunday of the month
Hours: 7am–1pm
Address: Philip Street Reserve, Pottsville Beach

Uki Buttery Bazaar Market

Running for 30 years, this colourful market is a local must-do. The petite village of Uki is transformed come market day with a vibrant atmosphere supplied by musical entertainment and an influx of people coming to browse the stalls of handicrafts, books, plants, produce and food. Tucked at the foothills of Wollumbin, the market is a good opportunity for a stunning drive and to explore the historic village.

When: Third Sunday of the month
Hours: 8am–2pm
Address: 1454 Kyogle Road, Uki

Coolangatta Beachside Markets

While not technically in the Tweed, this just-north-of-the-border suburb on the Gold Coast is worth noting for its fun, ambience, and beachside location. Tie in a trip to wander the market stalls with a stroll along the walkway that runs along the beach or pop across the road to enjoy lunch at one of the many restaurants.

When: Second Sunday of the month, and the fourth Sunday, if there are five in the month.
Hours: 8am–2pm
Address: Marine Parade, Coolangatta

Tweed night markets

Weekly travel news, experiences
insider tips, offers, and more.

Tweed Night Market

This twinkling, festival-like night market is only held during the warmer months from September to April, when the days are longer and hotter. Set beside Jack Evans Boat Harbour in Tweed Heads, here you’ll be delighted by all manner of delectable street foods as the sun sets on the foreshore. There’s live music and performances, too, so bring a rug and revel in the summer vibes.

When: Every second and fourth Friday of the month.
Hours: 4pm–8pm
Address: Jack Evans Boat Harbour, Tweed Heads

Kingscliff Night Markets

Another summertime special, the Kingscliff Night Markets are strewn along beside the beach and offer everything from delicious food vendors to entertainment and a petting zoo for the kids. This is an alcohol-free event and pets are welcome.

When: First Friday of the month
Hours: 5pm–9pm
Address: Rowan Robinson Park, Kingscliff

Tweed Weekday markets

Murwillumbah Farmers’ Market

With the rich, fertile soils of the Tweed caldera ensuring the region is well-supplied with incredible produce, the Mur’bah (as the locals call it) Farmers’ Market is a must-visit to stock up on the best fruit, veg and artisan delights.

Murwillumbah Farmers Market
Pick up freshly baked bread and produce. (Image: Sally Singh Photography)

The best of the Northern Rivers can be found here, from honey and fresh bread to coffee, olives, cheese, and even doggy treats. Don’t forget your market tote!

the al fresco stalls at Murwillumbah Farmers’ Market
Pick up veggies, bread and artisan delights at this chilled-out al fresco Tweed market. (Image: Sally Singh Photography)

When: Wednesdays
Hours: 7am–11am
Address: Murwillumbah Showgrounds

Tweed Christmas markets

Tweed Twilight Christmas Market

The place to pick up locally made gifts and enjoy the festive atmosphere, this market held at Jack Evans Boat Harbour is sure to help you locate your seasonal cheer. Tuck into delicious food, sway along to live music and roam the stalls in search of that perfect present for someone special or yourself.

When: December
Hours: 4.30pm–8.45pm
Address: Jack Evans Boat Harbour, Tweed Heads

Discover more hidden gems, insider tips and local delights in our travel planning hub for the Tweed.

Want to see more stories from Australian Traveller in your Google search results?

  1. Click here to set Australian Traveller as a preferred source.
  2. Tick the box next to "Australian Traveller". That's it.
Lara Picone
Working for many of Australia’s top publications, Lara Picone has had the distinct pleasure of writing, editing and curating content about the finer things in life for more than 15 years. Graduating from Macquarie University with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication, her editorial foundation began at Qantas: The Australian Way magazine, before moving on to learn the fast-paced ropes of a weekly magazine at Sunday Magazine and picking up the art of brand curation at donna hay magazine. Pivoting a near-problematic travel lust into a career move by combining it with storytelling and a curious appetite, her next role was as Deputy Editor of SBS Feast magazine and later Online Editor of SBS Food online. She then stepped into her dream job as Editor of Australian Traveller before becoming Online Editor for both International Traveller and Australian Traveller. Now as a freelancer, Lara always has her passport at-the-ready to take flight on assignment for the Australian Traveller team, as well as for publications such as Qantas Magazine, Escape and The Weekend Australian. As ever, her appetite is the first thing she packs.
View profile and articles
Halcyon House exterior and pool view
Tweed

The boutique coastal stay worth skipping Byron Bay for

Welcome to Hotel Addict, a monthly column where I check into Australia’s best hotels and share what makes them worthy of your wishlist.

Read more
Michelle Kuramochi of Raven Place
Tweed

Meet the female changemakers transforming The Tweed’s culinary scene

The women of The Tweed are growing more than just food. On Bundjalung Country in the Northern Rivers of NSW, they are reshaping the region’s culinary culture, placing community at the heart of everything they do.

Read more
surfer at fingal heads the tweed
Tweed

Dive into summer with hikes, great bites and wellness in The Tweed

Warmer days call for slowing down and relaxing in nature. Discover why The Tweed is the ultimate destination to do just that.

Read more
A timber wine cellar and bar with bar stools
Tweed

Found: a 1,000-bottle wine bar inside a secluded Northern Rivers rainforest retreat

Secluded by 250 acres of ancient rainforest, an ultra-romantic hideaway is harbouring a secret. A newly opened, impressively well-stocked wine cellar and bar, helmed by a hospitality veteran, is giving nature lovers another reason to head for the Tweed hinterland.

Read more
hero media

3 vintage train journeys to step back in time and explore NSW

(Credit: Krista Eppelstun)

    Elizabeth Whitehead Elizabeth Whitehead
    Continue
    From country landscapes to the coast, Vintage Rail Journeys blends the grandeur of the golden age of rail travel with immersive local experiences.

    Travelling aboard the historic Southern Aurora train is the ultimate scenic journey through regional NSW. Operated by Vintage Rail Journeys, the former Southern Aurora is a step back in time, from the lovingly restored carriages to the Off Train Experiences that spotlight local history, artisanal crafts and regional producers.

    Once the overnight express that ferried passengers between Sydney and Melbourne throughout the 1960s, this train has been revived to its former mid-century glory, from the cabin layouts to the original lettering. Today, the train takes passengers on scenic and historic five-day journeys – starting and ending in Sydney – through three distinct regions of NSW: The Riverina, Golden West and North Coast.

    Vintage Rail Journeys Southern Aurora train carriage
    Be transported into the golden age of travel. (Credit: Krista Eppelstun)

    One of the most magical parts of travelling with Vintage Rail Journeys is waking up on the train. Each night, the train stables at a station so guests can enjoy a restful night’s sleep in stillness, before departing again at dawn. Passengers awake to the gentle motion of the carriage, flicking open the blinds to watch the landscape unfold at sunrise. There is no better way to start the day.

    The onboard experience come evening time is just as picturesque. Guests enjoy the all-inclusive food and beverages, nursing cocktails in the Art Deco-inspired lounge carriage or lingering over a three-course dinner in the dining carriage. Outside the window, Eastern grey kangaroos bound across open plains and flocks of cockatoos scatter from the gumtrees. It’s an old-world way of travelling, a slower pace that’s increasingly rare amid the frenzy of modern life. From coastal sojourns to adventures through agrarian landscapes, these are the multi-day Vintage Rail Journeys itineraries transporting guests back in time.

    The Riverina

    Vintage Rail Journeys Southern Aurora train travelling through nsw
    Travel through the agricultural heartland of NSW. (Credit: Krista Eppelstun)

    The Riverina is the agricultural heartland of NSW. Over five days, Vintage Rail Journeys takes passengers through the region to experience its celebrated produce, wines and local history. Travelling in a loop through the Central West, guests can sample sweets at the Junee Liquorice & Chocolate Factory, housed inside a former flour mill, tour an olive grove alongside a second-generation olive farmer, and enjoy tastings at family-owned wineries where the grapes are harvested mere metres away.

    The Riverina is also a region shaped by passionate local historians. The Fairground Follies museum in Bowral houses one of the world’s largest collections of mechanical music and carnival memorabilia – a riot of colour and nostalgia tucked away where you’d least expect it. Meanwhile, Temora Rural Museum offers a glimpse into the history of everyday life in rural NSW. It’s home to the NSW & ACT Ambulance Museum (yes, a museum within a museum), packed with ambulances that span the past 120 years (including horse-drawn!). And seeing it all aboard a vintage train makes it feel not just like you’re visiting history, but living inside of it.

    North Coast

    Forest Sky Pier
    Take in the views from Forest Sky Pier. (Credit: Destination NSW)

    This five-day journey is all about ocean views and slowing down in tune with the rhythm of coastal life. As you make your way north from Sydney, the water is never too far from sight, whether Vintage Rail Journeys is tracing the Gloucester River or travelling alongside sweeping stretches of coastline. You’ll want to sit by a window as the train passes through the Coffs Harbour region – it’s one of the most scenic stretches of the whole journey.

    Guests can also disembark at Coffs Harbour to take in the beauty of the Great Dividing Range at the Forest Sky Pier – a surreal lookout point that looks like a runway disappearing into the sky. The train continues onward to Byron Bay, where guests can disembark to explore the iconic beach town at their own pace. And on the return journey to Sydney, keep your eyes peeled for dolphins – they’re known to frequent the Kooragang Wetlands near Newcastle, which guests visit on a lunch cruise on the final day.

    Golden West

    winery experience in new south wales
    Jump off the train for a winery experience. (Credit: Krista Eppelstun)

    Travelling through the Golden West by rail is like stepping into a Frederick McCubbin painting – a nod to the golden era of rail travel. This five-day journey evokes the era of Australian Impressionism, passing through some of the country’s most painterly landscapes while tracing a path through history.

    Starting in Sydney, the train makes its way to the Hawkesbury River, where the train crosses a historic rail bridge over the bronze, glassy waters below. Guests disembark here to cruise the brackish inlet aboard a historic postal boat before returning to the train to continue into Gold Rush country. Ahead lie grand heritage towns and historic estates, including the 1870s Abercrombie House in Bathurst.

    Special event journeys

    meal onboard Vintage Rail Journeys Southern Aurora train
    Enjoy all-inclusive dining and beverages on the way to special events. (Credit: Krista Eppelstun)

    Regional NSW is home to some truly one-of-a-kind events, and Vintage Rail Journeys offers a memorable way to get there. Planning a trip to the Bathurst Repco 1000? Vintage Rail Journeys’ special itinerary combines accommodation, dining and transport into one seamless experience. Guests take the scenic route to Bathurst, where the train becomes a unique home base for the event, complete with transfers, all-inclusive dining and beverages, and three days of reserved grandstand seating before returning to Sydney Central Station.

    For something a little more playful, guests can also join fellow Elvis enthusiasts on a special overnight journey to Parkes for the town’s iconic annual Elvis Festival. It’s a vintage rail journey – with a little added rock ‘n’ roll.

    Step back into the golden age of rail travel at vintagerailjourneys.com.au.