The Night Market

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The Winter Night Market
🗓 Every Wednesday, 3rd June - 9th September 2026
⏰ 5pm - 10pm
📍 Queen Victoria Market
😋 Street eats, shopping & live entertainment

30/08/2026

As we near the end of another amazing Winter Night Market season, we took to the streets to ask some of the community what they love about The Winter Night Market ✨

We hope to see you all at our final two nights on the 2nd and 9th of September. Featuring very special guests CARDCORE for the biggest FREE TCG event in Australia in E Shed!

Running Wednesdays 2nd and 9th of Sept from 5pm to 10pm 💜

25/08/2026

As part of the extended Winter Night Market season, String Bean Alley has been transformed into ‘Gridiron Alley’, coinciding with the NFL game at the MCG on Friday the 11th of September, bringing the energy of the NFL into the Market. Enjoy a fun NFL-inspired photo moment on your next visit! 🏉 🏟️

P.S. If you’re an NFL lover, you will not want to miss our final night, Wednesday 9th of September. Head down to the iconic American Doughnut Kitchen van at 6:30 PM and 7:00 PM for some legendary, gold standard surprise appearances!

We cannot wait to see you there.

The Winter Night Market is on Wednesday 5pm to 10pm, until 9 Sept.

23/08/2026

Be a part of Melbourne’s hottest summer tradition! Queen Victoria Market will transform into a buzzing Summer Night Market every Wednesday evening from Jan 6 - Mar 10, 2027. Do not miss the opportunity to trade throughout the SNM season! ☀

Trader Applications close: 9am Monday 5th October 2026

Apply via the link in our bio.

18/08/2026

Let’s be honest, the first two weeks of Spring in Melbourne, is still Winter, so you might as well savour the extension of Melbourne’s favourite Winter mid-week ritual! ✨💜

As part of the extended season, String Bean Alley will be transformed into ‘Gridiron Alley’, coinciding with the arrival of the NFL in Melbourne and the game at the MCG on Friday 11 September. The activation will bring the energy of the NFL into the Market, creating a fun and distinctly Melbourne destination that combines the character of String Bean Alley, the city skyline and a highly shareable NFL-inspired photo moment 🏉 🐏

Don’t forget to mark your calendars and explore E Shed for CARDCORE on the 2nd and 9th of September for Australia’s largest FREE Trading Card Game & Pop Culture event. Expect trading zones, TCG battle areas, gaming competitions, hundreds of giveaways, cosplay, interactive activities and live DJs for a full-blown immersive experience! 👾🕹️

The Winter Night Market is now on Wednesdays from 5pm to 10pm until 9 Sept.

17/08/2026

That’s right! We are extending The Winter Night Market for an extra two weeks! On September 2nd and 9th, join us to round out another amazing Winter Night Market season. This year we have a special surprise alongside our usual Winter Night Market programming...

The [CARDCORE] Night Market will be coming to take over almost 2,000m² of Queen Victoria Market, transforming it into Australia’s largest FREE Trading Card Game & Pop Culture event.

Whether you’re hunting for your next holy grail, looking to trade, ready to battle or simply love the world of TCG and collectables, there’s something for you.

Expect:
• 75+ TCG, collectables and pop culture vendors from across Australia
• Rare finds, sealed product and collectables to buy, trade and discover
• Trading zones and TCG play areas to battle, connect and meet fellow collectors
• Giant LED screen gaming competitions bringing the action to the big screen
• Giveaways, cosplayers and interactive activities
• Live DJs and entertainment throughout the night

[CARDCORE] is where Australia’s TCG community comes together — a massive, immersive night of trading, gaming, collecting and pop culture, right in the heart of Melbourne.

We cannot wait to see you this September!

16/08/2026

Can you guess what it is? Stay tuned for the announcement at 8pm tomorrow night.

11/08/2026

No plans tomorrow night? Help us make The Winter Night Market come to life! 🌃

On Every Wednesday from 5pm to 10pm until 26 Aug.

10/08/2026

Exciting news! Are you ready to be part of Melbourne's newest festive summer tradition? The Christmas Night Market will be on every Wednesday 5pm – 11pm from 25 November to 16 December.

If you’re a food, drink, or specialty retail shopping trader, we want to hear from you!

Apply now and join us for a season of vibrant nights, delicious bites, and unforgettable experiences.

Applications close 3 September 2026.

Apply via the Queen Victoria Market website under "traders".

09/08/2026

Melbourne, this is YOUR Winter Night Market. From crackling fires to the sounds of cooking, chatter, laughter and music. This is what makes The Night Market so special. Our amazing traders, sensational food, items made with love and being a part of the community. Come and experience one of Melbourne’s most popular Winter rituals before it’s gone! ✨

On Every Wednesday from 5pm to 10pm until 26 Aug.

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Telephone

+61393205822

Website

https://thenightmarket.com.au/

Address

Queen Victoria Market
Melbourne, VIC
3000