Bondi Markets Keep Weekend Shoppers Close To Local Makers And Food Stalls
The long-running Bondi Markets continue to draw weekend crowds for vintage, designers, plants and food, with locals treating it as part of the routine.
A baked goods stall at the Bondi Markets on a winter Sunday.
The Bondi Markets, held in the grounds of Bondi Beach Public School on Campbell Parade, remain a fixture of the weekend in the eastern suburbs for both locals and visitors.
Saturday tends to lean toward a farmers market feel with fresh produce, baked goods and prepared food, while Sunday turns into a larger fashion, design and vintage market.
Independent makers say the foot traffic from beachgoers spilling across the road is part of why the markets work, and many use a market presence to build awareness for online stores or pop-up retail elsewhere.
Shoppers should bring a tote, expect to pay by card at most stalls and arrive earlier in winter when the markets tend to wind down by mid-afternoon.
If you are looking for a calm browse, the first hour after opening is consistently quieter than late morning, when the post-brunch crowd arrives.
