There are some wonderfully creative people in our lovely area, as well as in the surrounds stretching out to the north in Gladstone, and the south in Bundaberg. With both of these centres only an hour and a half away from Agnes Waters and Seventeen Seventy, you can have some great beach and relaxing time as well as a bit of market retail therapy – sampling the best of what this little paradise has to offer. The markets are listed in order of area, and all provide a diverse range of products – so have a browse and see what’s on while you are here!
WHEN: Every 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month 8am-12noon (on school holidays it is every sunday)
WHERE: Captain Cook Drive, Seventeen Seventy (SES Grounds past the Captain Cook Holiday Village)
The Discovery Coast Markets are held on the second and fourth Sunday of each month at the SES Grounds located between Agnes Water and Seventeen Seventy. Come and browse the arts and crafts, bric-a-brac and fresh produce available to purchase. These markets have a relaxed atmosphere and are set under many nice big shady trees.
WHEN: Every 3rd Saturday of the month
WHERE: Blomfield St, Miriam Vale (Alf Larson Park)
The Miriam Vale Lions Markets in the Park are held throughout the year on every third Saturday of the month at the Miram Vale Lions Park. Stroll through the delightful cool and shady park to view a variety of stalls. Fancy something to eat? Tempt your taste buds with a delicious variety of burgers!
WHEN: Every Sunday – 6am to 12noon
WHERE: 9 Fitzgerald Street, Bundaberg
Shalom Markets have a huge range of stalls including everything from Fruit and Veg, Trash and Treasure, plants and seedlings, lollies, honeys, salami, ladies & vintage clothing shoes bags & hats, home-wares, soaps/oils, baby/children’s clothing & accessories, second hand furniture, tools, bric-a-brac, books, and so much more. Shalom Markets offer plenty of parking, great facilities including disabled facilities, ATM and the canteen & BBQ runs every week.
Each week is different with an array of unique stalls, as well as our loyal regulars. There is also a permanent coffee shop, takeaway food and BBQ operating, as well as Hungarian langos, espresso coffee van, donuts, ice-cream, and slushies!
Enjoy local craft beers and craft spirits, ciders and wines. They also have various food options available.
They open regularly to the public for a sneaky Sunday Session and their popular special annual events such as Oktoberfest, Halloween, and the famous Chilli and Lime Festival!
You can also book their venue. More information on their website.
WHEN: Every 1st Saturday of the month 2pm-7pm (During March thru December)
WHERE: Millenium Esplanade, Tannum Sands
Beach Arts Music is a free community event held on the first Saturday of every month at Millennium Esplanade, Tannum Sands. Featuring food stalls, live entertainment, arts and creation stalls and lots more making this event an awesome family friendly outing. Don’t forget to bring your own chairs and eskies!