Best Markets in Highett Melbourne — 2026 Guide

The best markets scene in Highett is genuinely worth exploring. Start at The Good Pantry, then check out Ash Place. Transformed by level crossing removal and Sir William Fry Reserve. Located 15km from the CBD, Highett is part of Melbourne’s Bayside region — an area that’s seen serious growth in recent years. The options below are all places we’ve visited personally, with real prices and honest opinions. No fluff, no affiliate nonsense. Just the spots that Highett locals actually recommend.

1. Highett Weekend Market

When: Third Saturday, 8am-2pm Where: Outside Highett Town Hall Stalls: ~71 Best produce: chilli sauces, seasonal fruit and vegetables, artisan cheese, specialty honey Street food: organic smoothies, loaded fries, coffee van Best for: local crafts and flowers

Highett Weekend Market is a genuine local institution. With ~71 stalls, it is big enough to spend an hour browsing. You will find chilli sauces, seasonal fruit and vegetables, and artisan cheese from local growers, plus organic smoothies and loaded fries 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. Ask the chilli sauces vendor about seasonal specials.

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

2. Highett Artisan Market

When: Third Saturday, 7am-1pm Where: Outside Highett Town Hall Stalls: ~71 Best produce: mushrooms, free-range eggs, seasonal fruit and vegetables, kombucha Street food: banh mi, organic smoothies, coffee van Best for: fresh produce

Highett Artisan Market is growing in popularity every year. With ~71 stalls, it is the right size — not overwhelming but plenty of variety. You will find mushrooms, free-range eggs, and seasonal fruit and vegetables from local growers, plus banh mi and organic smoothies 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. Parking fills quickly — try the side streets off Queen Grove. Budget $30-50 for a week’s worth of produce and a coffee. The street food is where the value is — banh mi for around $10-12.

Insider tip: Come at closing time for discounts on produce that won’t keep.

3. Highett Fresh Produce Market

When: Every Sunday, 9am-3pm Where: Bridge Lane car park Stalls: ~80 Best produce: kombucha, handmade pasta, baked goods, free-range eggs Street food: organic smoothies, loaded fries, gozleme Best for: fresh produce

Highett Fresh Produce Market is a genuine local institution. With ~80 stalls, it is the right size — not overwhelming but plenty of variety. You will find kombucha, handmade pasta, and baked goods from local growers, plus organic smoothies and loaded fries if you need breakfast while you shop.

The atmosphere is relaxed. The coffee van near the entrance is excellent. 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 kombucha vendor about seasonal specials.

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

What Makes Highett Different

Transformed by level crossing removal and Sir William Fry Reserve. Highett Road strip has cafes and shops. Close to Southland. The best markets options here reflect Highett’s character. For Highett 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. Highett Artisan Market

When: Every Sunday, 8am-2pm Where: Highett Community Centre grounds Stalls: ~38 Best produce: sourdough bread, baked goods, specialty honey, seasonal fruit and vegetables Street food: loaded fries, pulled pork rolls, woodfired pizza Best for: artisan bread and pastries

Highett Artisan Market is one of the better community markets in Melbourne. With ~38 stalls, it is the right size — not overwhelming but plenty of variety. You will find sourdough bread, baked goods, and specialty honey from local growers, plus loaded fries and pulled pork rolls 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 — loaded fries for around $10-12.

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

5. Highett Community Market

When: Third Saturday, 7am-1pm Where: Queen Grove car park Stalls: ~41 Best produce: baked goods, fresh juice, seasonal fruit and vegetables, free-range eggs Street food: gozleme, empanadas, dumplings Best for: local crafts and flowers

Highett Community Market is growing in popularity every year. With ~41 stalls, it is big enough to spend an hour browsing. You will find baked goods, fresh juice, and seasonal fruit and vegetables from local growers, plus gozleme and empanadas if you need breakfast while you shop.

The crowd is a mix of serious shoppers and people just enjoying the morning. Bring your own bags — they charge for plastic. There is overflow parking at the nearby sports ground. Budget $30-50 for a week’s worth of produce and a coffee. Ask the baked goods vendor about seasonal specials.

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

6. Highett Fresh Produce Market

When: First Sunday of the month, 8am-2pm Where: Highett Community Centre grounds Stalls: ~43 Best produce: free-range eggs, smoked meats, homemade jams, fresh juice Street food: pulled pork rolls, coffee van, gozleme Best for: street food and coffee

Highett Fresh Produce Market is a genuine local institution. With ~43 stalls, it is a proper market rather than just a few stalls in a car park. You will find free-range eggs, smoked meats, and homemade jams from local growers, plus pulled pork rolls and coffee van 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. There is overflow parking at the nearby sports ground. Budget $30-50 for a week’s worth of produce and a coffee. The street food is where the value is — pulled pork rolls for around $10-12.

Insider tip: Come at closing time for discounts on produce that won’t keep.

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FAQ

What are the best best markets options in Highett?

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

Is Highett good for best markets?

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

What is Highett known for?

Transformed by level crossing removal and Sir William Fry Reserve.

How far is Highett from Melbourne CBD?

Highett is 15km, 27min train, 20min drive from Melbourne CBD.

Highett isn’t trying to be the next Fitzroy. It doesn’t need to be. What it does, it does with zero pretension and real substance. That’s worth more than a trendy postcode.

Last updated: March 2026