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Carrara Markets
2025-09-13 - 2025-09-14 | Carrara Markets, Corner Gooding Drive and Manchester Road, Carrara, Qld, 4211, Australia
Carrara Markets
Centrally located at Carrara on the beautiful Gold Coast, only a stone’s throw from Surfers Paradise and Broadbeach, Carrara Markets is the biggest permanent weekend marketplace in Australia. With over 300 stalls covering 24 acres it’s a treasure trove of the curious and the unusual. It’s also the original home of discount shopping when it comes to fresh produce, fashion, homewares, pots, plants, bric a brac, souvenirs, arts and crafts and just about everything else.
Carrara Markets is a popular family day out, with pony rides, baby animal farm, bungy trampolines and face painters.
A popular attraction for the family is a visit is Carrara Mini Golf. With two amazingly themed 18 hole mini golf courses. Play outdoor amongst the ancient ruins of Asia. Play indoor with animated dinosaurs, swashbuckling pirates and mediaeval dragons. Simply anyone can play putt putt from age 4 to 84!
Carrara Markets
When: every Saturday & Sunday 8am to 3pm.
Where: Corner Gooding Drive & Manchester Road, Carrara, Gold Coast, 4211
Cost: Free entry
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HOTA Farmers & Artisan Markets
2025-09-14 | HOTA, 135 Bundall Rd, Surfers Paradise, Qld, 4217, Australia
HOTA Farmers and Artisan Markets
The HOTA Farmers and Artisan Markets are one of the Gold Coast’s most vibrant community markets, held every Sunday morning, in the iconic HOTA precinct.
Every Sunday from 6 am to 11:30 am, HOTA buzzes with fresh farm produce, including organic options, artisanal foods, boutique fashion, and handcrafted goods.
Like the Gold Coast itself, HOTA embodies a celebration of independence and lifestyle. Passionate about supporting local farmers, makers, bakers, and growers, they prioritize knowing the origins of their goods and championing new and emerging small businesses. These markets are integral to the Gold Coast community, proudly nurturing local artists, hosting live music, and advocating for social causes that reflect the community’s values.
The markets are easily accessed via public transport, bike and car.
HOTA Farmers and Artisan Markets
When: Every Sunday, 6am – 11:30am
Where: HOTA Precinct, 135 Bundall Rd, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217
Cost: Free
More information: HOTA Farmers & Artisan Markets
