Teach your kids where fruit and veggies come from and go to a farmers market. There’s a few to choose from in the Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and Maitland area. Selling not just produce, at some of the markets you can purchase meat, seafood and cheese, browse handcrafted goods or enjoy some breakfast. Here’s some local markets to visit to buy delicious, in-season fruits and vegetables.
Newcastle City Farmers Market
The Newcastle Farmers Market holds weekly farmers markets at Newcastle Showground in Broadmeadow on most Sundays. Visit the market for local fruits and vegetables, cheeses, pasta, dairy products, preserved goods, fresh seafood, wines, spices, handmade chocolates, organic sourdough, bread and pastries. If you’re looking a gift, choose from clothing, soaps and other handcrafted artisan products. There’s also food stalls so you can enjoy breakfast, brunch or lunch in between your shopping.
Date: Most Sundays (check their website for exact dates)
Time: 7am – 1pm
Location: Newcastle Showground, Brown Road, Broadmeadow
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Glendale Farmers and Artisans Market
Glendale Farmers and Artisans Market operates every Saturday at Stockland Glendale. It is a fully engineered covered space within the shopping centre, without losing any sense of country or a farmers’ market feel.
Shop farm fresh produce, artisan wares and homemade products while enjoying street food and live music each week at the all-weather event. Plus, Woolworths and Coles are conveniently located at Stockland Glendale, if you need to pick up any other ingredients or finish up your weekly grocery shop.
Date: Every Saturday
Time: 8am – 2pm
Location: Stockland Glendale, 387 Lake Road, Glendale
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Earth Markets Maitland
The Earth Markets, operating at The Levee, Maitland are organised by the members of Slow Food Hunter Valley and community volunteers. At each market you can buy fresh, locally grown and seasonal products, meet the farmer and learn more about where your food comes from.
Date: First and third Thursday of each month
Time: 8.30am – 1:30pm
Location: The Levee Shared Zone, High Street, Maitland
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Maitland Community Markets
The Maitland Community Markets, run by the Maitland Show Society, are set on the 84 acres of Maitland Showground on the first Sunday of every month. With indoor and outdoor stalls, entertainment areas and quiet spaces, the markets provide a unique and welcoming vibe. You’ll find a wide range of stallholders including food and local produce from local farmers and backyard gardeners. Parking is available on the showground with a two dollar donation to the Maitland Lions Club.
Date: First Sunday of every month except January
Time: 9am – 2pm
Address: Maitland Showground, Cnr Blomfield & Anzac Streets, Maitland
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Newcastle Food & Flower Markets
Supporting local growers, Newcastle Food & Flower Markets provide quality flowers, fresh produce, baked goods, charcuterie and pasta. Their flower market has become a hub for florists, shoppers and businesses looking for high quality, locally sourced blooms. Their food section offers a variety of locally-sourced produce and unique food, from local baked goods and artisanal dairy/vegan cheeses to organic pantry solutions! There is also a cafe on site.
Date: All week
Time: Various opening times
Location: 1 Rural Drive, Sandgate
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