Best Markets in Glen Huntly Melbourne — 2026 Guide

Glen Huntly has genuine best markets options that most people outside the suburb don’t know about. Mabel Lane and Common Table lead the pack, but there’s depth here. The suburb sits 12-18km from the CBD in Melbourne’s Middle South region, and what it lacks in hype it makes up for in substance. Glen Huntly Road has a small but characterful strip. Locals have known this for years. Whether you’re a long-time Glen Huntly resident or just passing through, these are the places worth your time and money in 2026. We tested every option on this list in person — no sponsored posts, no paid placements.

1. Glen Huntly Night Market

When: Sunday, 9am-3pm Where: Glen Huntly Community Centre grounds Stalls: ~51 Best produce: chilli sauces, artisan cheese, specialty honey, mushrooms Street food: pad Thai cart, banh mi, loaded fries Best for: artisan bread and pastries

Glen Huntly Night Market is a genuine local institution. With ~51 stalls, it is big enough to spend an hour browsing. You will find chilli sauces, artisan cheese, and specialty honey from local growers, plus pad Thai cart and banh mi if you need breakfast while you shop.

The atmosphere is relaxed. Get there early — the best stalls sell out by 11am. Free parking in the adjacent lot for the first 2 hours. Budget $30-50 for a week’s worth of produce and a coffee. The street food is where the value is — pad Thai cart for around $10-12.

Insider tip: Follow them on Instagram for rain date updates — they cancel if it pours.

2. Glen Huntly Farmers Market

When: Every second Saturday, 8am-1pm Where: Glen Huntly Community Centre grounds Stalls: ~44 Best produce: specialty honey, sourdough bread, fresh juice, mushrooms Street food: dumplings, gozleme, empanadas Best for: artisan bread and pastries

Glen Huntly Farmers Market is growing in popularity every year. With ~44 stalls, it is the right size — not overwhelming but plenty of variety. You will find specialty honey, sourdough bread, and fresh juice from local growers, plus dumplings and gozleme if you need breakfast while you shop.

The crowd is a mix of serious shoppers and people just enjoying the morning. The coffee van near the entrance is excellent. Walk or cycle if you can — parking gets competitive by 9am. Budget $30-50 for a week’s worth of produce and a coffee. The street food is where the value is — dumplings for around $10-12.

Insider tip: The stall at the back with no signage has the best smoked meats in Glen Huntly.

3. Glen Huntly Night Market

When: First Sunday of the month, 8am-2pm Where: Bourke Crescent car park Stalls: ~35 Best produce: handmade pasta, organic herbs, free-range eggs, fresh flowers Street food: empanadas, gozleme, coffee van Best for: local crafts and flowers

Glen Huntly Night Market is growing in popularity every year. With ~35 stalls, it is the right size — not overwhelming but plenty of variety. You will find handmade pasta, organic herbs, and free-range eggs from local growers, plus empanadas and gozleme if you need breakfast while you shop.

The vibe is family-friendly. Dogs are welcome on leashes. There is overflow parking at the nearby sports ground. Budget $30-50 for a week’s worth of produce and a coffee. The fresh flowers stall is our favourite — consistently good quality.

Insider tip: The empanadas stall has a loyalty card — every 8th is free.

The Glen Huntly That Locals Know

Glen Huntly Road has a small but characterful strip. Caulfield Racecourse is adjacent. The best markets options here reflect Glen Huntly’s character. For Glen Huntly locals and anyone in the area, you’ll find that the suburb rewards people who actually explore beyond the main strip. Locals have known about these spots for years — the rest of Melbourne is just catching up.

4. Glen Huntly Craft Market

When: Every Sunday, 9am-3pm Where: North Reserve Stalls: ~40 Best produce: free-range eggs, olive oil, specialty honey, sourdough bread Street food: woodfired pizza, organic smoothies, pad Thai cart Best for: organic vegetables

Glen Huntly Craft Market is a genuine local institution. With ~40 stalls, it is big enough to spend an hour browsing. You will find free-range eggs, olive oil, and specialty honey from local growers, plus woodfired pizza and organic smoothies if you need breakfast while you shop.

The atmosphere is relaxed. Bring your own bags — they charge for plastic. Free parking in the adjacent lot for the first 2 hours. Budget $30-50 for a week’s worth of produce and a coffee. Ask the free-range eggs vendor about seasonal specials.

Insider tip: The woodfired pizza stall has a loyalty card — every 8th is free.

5. Glen Huntly Community Market

When: Every second Saturday, 9am-3pm Where: Swan Grove car park Stalls: ~47 Best produce: smoked meats, mushrooms, baked goods, specialty honey Street food: poffertjes, pulled pork rolls, empanadas Best for: fresh produce

Glen Huntly Community Market is one of the better community markets in Melbourne. With ~47 stalls, it is a proper market rather than just a few stalls in a car park. You will find smoked meats, mushrooms, and baked goods from local growers, plus poffertjes and pulled pork rolls if you need breakfast while you shop.

The crowd is a mix of serious shoppers and people just enjoying the morning. Dogs are welcome on leashes. Free parking in the adjacent lot for the first 2 hours. Budget $30-50 for a week’s worth of produce and a coffee. Ask the smoked meats vendor about seasonal specials.

Insider tip: The stall at the back with no signage has the best free-range eggs in Glen Huntly.

6. Glen Huntly Weekend Market

When: Every second Saturday, 9am-3pm Where: Bourke Crescent car park Stalls: ~77 Best produce: fresh flowers, olive oil, artisan cheese, fresh juice Street food: coffee van, fresh crepes, poffertjes Best for: organic vegetables

Glen Huntly Weekend Market is where locals actually shop — not just browse. With ~77 stalls, it is the right size — not overwhelming but plenty of variety. You will find fresh flowers, olive oil, and artisan cheese from local growers, plus coffee van and fresh crepes if you need breakfast while you shop.

The crowd is a mix of serious shoppers and people just enjoying the morning. The coffee van near the entrance is excellent. Parking fills quickly — try the side streets off Queen Crescent. Budget $30-50 for a week’s worth of produce and a coffee. The fresh juice stall is our favourite — consistently good quality.

Insider tip: The coffee van stall has a loyalty card — every 8th is free.

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FAQ

What are the best best markets options in Glen Huntly?

The Blue Pantry is our top pick. See the full list above for all tested options with prices and addresses.

Is Glen Huntly good for best markets?

Yes. Glen Huntly has 14+ genuine options. The scene is established and well worth exploring.

What is Glen Huntly known for?

Glen Huntly Road has a small but characterful strip.

How far is Glen Huntly from Melbourne CBD?

Glen Huntly is 12-18km, 20-30min train, 18-25min drive from Melbourne CBD.

If you’re comparing Glen Huntly to inner-city options, stop. Different league, different game. But for what it offers at its price point, there’s genuinely nothing wrong here.

Last updated: March 2026