Old Bus Depot Market

Wild Folds: Origami Animals
2026-02-22 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-07-20 10:00 - 12:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | ACT
This workshop is all about bringing animals to life through paper folding. Designed for beginners, you’ll be guided step by step through 3–5 different animal models, learning how simple folds can create character, movement, and expression. By the end of the session, you’ll have a small collection of animals you’ve folded yourself.
🖐️ This Workshop Focus:
– Fold 3–5 different origami animals
– Learn how folds shape form, balance, and detail
– Build confidence following slightly varied folding sequences
🔗 Why Join?
– Beginner-friendly with a playful focus
– A great way to practice foundational folds
– Fun, creative, and hands-on
Intro to Origami Workshop
– Date: May 24th
– Time: 10am – 12pm
– Location: Old Bus Depot Market – Kingston
– Cost: Just a gold coin donation!

🎟️ Spots are limited – Sign up here!
https://www.focusfolding.com.au/origami-workshop

Themed Sunday: Designer Sunday - Valentine's Day Weekend
2026-02-15 09:30 - 14:30 (Australia/Melbourne) | ACT
This monthly event, held on the third Sunday of every month, showcases fresh-thinking Australian designers, makers, and artists. Designer Sunday will feature many of our stallholders who previously attended Bling on Sundays and will also bring new and innovative designers to the markets.
What might you find? See dynamic groups of creatives featuring their awesome designs in jewellery, fashion, accessories, homewares, and artwork.

International Crafts and Food
2026-02-08 09:30 - 14:30 (Australia/Sydney) | Old Bus Depot Markets, 21 Wentworth Ave, Kingston, ACT, 2604, Australia
We’re taking International Day to new heights. If want to explore all the sensations from the different cultures around the world, then this is the day for you!
See an assortment of Indian block-printed textiles, handcrafted South African hair combs, and Nepalese jewellery just to get started. Food will also be a big highlight for the day with cuisines from Ethiopia, Laos, Italy and a whole lot more. But what good would it do to taste delicious food and look through beautiful handcrafts without fun, festive music? You don’t want to miss the many colourful performances we’ve got in store for International Crafts and Food.

Canberra’s Prosperous Mountain Dragon & Lion Dancing

What might you find? We will be hosting stallholders who specialise in items inspired by various cultures that covers a range of categories such as clothing, accessories, and especially FOOD! But that’s not all. We’ll also host musical entertainment to celebrate a fun and festive day at the markets.

Themed Sunday: Multicultural Sunday
2026-02-01 09:30 - 14:30, 2025-11-02 09:30 - 14:30, 2025-10-05 09:30 - 14:30, 2025-09-07 09:30 - 14:30, 2025-08-03 09:30 - 14:30, 2025-07-06 09:30 - 14:30, 2025-06-01 09:30 - 14:30 (Australia/Sydney) | Old Bus Depot Markets, 21 Wentworth Ave, Kingston, ACT, 2604, Australia
Love experiencing different cultures? On the first Sunday of the month, we add a touch of international ‘flavour’ to the markets. It’s like touring the world without leaving the markets.
What might you find? A variety of stallholders offer handcrafted items from around the world – think gorgeous jewellery, clothing, accessories and homewares with a multicultural feel – and of course plenty of tasty international cuisine in our food hall.

Themed Sunday: Collectables Sunday
2026-01-25 09:30 - 14:30 (Australia/Sydney) | Old Bus Depot Markets, 21 Wentworth Ave, Kingston, ACT, 2604, Australia
Fancy yourself as a collector? On the fourth Sunday of the month, we highlight collectables – anything from records, books, toys to furniture and antiques. If it’s worth collecting, you’ll find it here!

What might you find? On Collectable Sunday, we host a range of different stallholders who deal in an ever-changing stock of collectable items including ceramics and glassware, china and vintage clothing. If you’re into collecting smaller items, you’ll find things like small antiques, lamps and vinyl records. Larger collectables featured on this day include furniture such as Chippendale chairs.

Super Sunday Markets at the Old Bus Depot
2026-01-18 09:30 - 14:30, 2025-11-23 09:30 - 14:30, 2025-10-26 09:30 - 14:30, 2025-09-28 09:30 - 14:30, 2025-08-31 09:30 - 14:30, 2025-06-08 09:30 - 14:30 (Australia/Sydney) | Old Bus Depot Markets, 21 Wentworth Ave, Kingston, ACT, 2604, Australia
Lovers of fine hand crafted wares, clothing collectors, food fanatics and jewellery junkies are just a few of the people who make their way to Canberra’s famous Old Bus Depot Markets every Sunday. In a fabulous old industrial building you will experience the endless colour, tastes, sounds and atmosphere that is “Canberra’s Sunday Best”. Find your favourite stall holder and visit the Markets this Sunday from 9:30am to 2:30 pm.

Closed For the Holidays
2026-01-04 09:30 - 14:30, 2025-12-28 09:30 - 14:30 (Australia/Melbourne) | ACT
We do apologise, our lovely stallholders are taking a break over the holiday period to re-stock & re-energise.
We look forward to seeing you all in the New Year!

Super Christmas Sunday
2025-12-28 09:30 - 14:30 (Australia/Sydney) | Old Bus Depot Markets, 21 Wentworth Ave, Kingston, ACT, 2604, Australia
‘Tis the season to do some last-minute shopping. And the Old Bus Depot Markets is the right place at the right time. Especially on Super Christmas Sunday. You’ll find stalls with all kinds of specialty items. See the many holiday-themed high-quality handcrafts to make for the perfect Christmas present. Indulge in a vibrant market atmosphere and enjoy the weekend with friends and family.
What might you find? In the season for giving, we’ve made sure that everyone can find unforgettable gifts for family and friends.

Family & Pet Photos with Santa – 9:30am to 2:00pm
Handcrafted Decorations
Unique Gifts
Fresh, Local Seasonal Produce
Gold Coin Donation Gift wrapping supporting Canberra Street Cat Alliance

All our stallholders are welcome for this weekend making sure you have a wide selection of goodies to choose from. So what are you waiting for? Spread those holiday cheers!

Super Christmas Sunday
2025-12-21 09:30 - 14:30 (Australia/Sydney) | Old Bus Depot Markets, 21 Wentworth Ave, Kingston, ACT, 2604, Australia
‘Tis the season to do some last-minute shopping. And the Old Bus Depot Markets is the right place at the right time. Especially on Super Christmas Sunday. You’ll find stalls with all kinds of specialty items. See the many holiday-themed high-quality handcrafts to make for the perfect Christmas present. Indulge in a vibrant market atmosphere and enjoy the weekend with friends and family.
What might you find? In the season for giving, we’ve made sure that everyone can find unforgettable gifts for family and friends.

Family & Pet Photos with Santa – 9:30am to 2:30pm
Handcrafted Decorations
Unique Gifts
Fresh, Local Seasonal Produce
Gold Coin Donation Gift wrapping supporting Canberra Street Cat Alliance

All our stallholders are welcome for this weekend making sure you have a wide selection of goodies to choose from. So what are you waiting for? Spread those holiday cheers!

Super Christmas Sunday
2025-12-14 09:30 - 14:30 (Australia/Sydney) | Old Bus Depot Markets, 21 Wentworth Ave, Kingston, ACT, 2604, Australia
‘Tis the season to do some last-minute shopping. And the Old Bus Depot Markets is the right place at the right time. Especially on Super Christmas Sunday. You’ll find stalls with all kinds of specialty items. See the many holiday-themed high-quality handcrafts to make for the perfect Christmas present. Indulge in a vibrant market atmosphere and enjoy the weekend with friends and family.
What might you find? In the season for giving, we’ve made sure that everyone can find unforgettable gifts for family and friends.

Family & PetPhotos with Santa – 9:30am to 2:00pm
Handcrafted Decorations
Unique Gifts
Fresh, Local Seasonal Produce
Gold Coin Donation Gift wrapping supporting Canberra Street Cat Alliance

All our stallholders are welcome for this weekend making sure you have a wide selection of goodies to choose from. So what are you waiting for? Spread those holiday cheers!

Super Christmas Sunday
2025-12-07 09:30 - 14:30 (Australia/Sydney) | Old Bus Depot Markets, 21 Wentworth Ave, Kingston, ACT, 2604, Australia
‘Tis the season to do some last-minute shopping. And the Old Bus Depot Markets is the right place at the right time. Especially on Super Christmas Sunday. You’ll find stalls with all kinds of specialty items. See the many holiday-themed high-quality handcrafts to make for the perfect Christmas present. Indulge in a vibrant market atmosphere and enjoy the weekend with friends and family.
What might you find? In the season for giving, we’ve made sure that everyone can find unforgettable gifts for family and friends.

Pet Photos & Family Photos with Santa from the Old Bus Depot Market supporting the Canberra Cat Alliance – 9:30am to 2:00pm – Located on the Upper trading hall next to the Cafe
Handcrafted Decorations
Unique Gifts
Fresh, Local Seasonal Produce
Gold Coin Donation Gift wrapping supporting Canberra Street Cat Alliance

All our stallholders are welcome for this weekend making sure you have a wide selection of goodies to choose from. So what are you waiting for? Spread those holiday cheers!

Jewel of Canberra
2025-11-09 09:30 - 14:30 (Australia/Sydney) | Old Bus Depot Markets, 21 Wentworth Ave, Kingston, ACT, 2604, Australia
Jewel of Canberra is just like stepping inside a giant jewellery box for the day with exquisite works from some of the region’s best jewellery designers and artists. If you’re serious about silver, go gaga over gold, or just love your shiny stones or showing off costume jewellery, then there will be plenty for you to check out. Browse the many jewellery stalls and find a unique handcrafted piece that you won’t find in the major stores. There’s also a good range of styles, price points and individual pieces from independent jewellery designers and craftspeople.
What might you find? Lots of jewellery! Pieces made from silver, gold, pearls, recycled metal art, precious and semi-precious stones, glass, resin, ceramics and more. You’ll find earrings, bracelets, bangles, necklaces, pendants, cufflinks, brooches, rings and more.
To stay up to date with the latest events and attractions at the Old Bus Depot Markets, make sure to follow us on Facebook @OldBusDepotMarkets.

Retro Depot
2025-10-12 09:30 - 14:30 (Australia/Sydney) | Old Bus Depot Markets, 21 Wentworth Ave, Kingston, ACT, 2604, Australia
If you love the brights of the 60s and 70s all the to the 90s, mid-century furniture, funky retro clothing and macramé then we know where you need to be. Come in on our retro themed day and explore the styles and fashions from the recent past.
What might you find? Being old fashioned is fun again, particularly when it comes to clothes – so browse the fashions, jewellery and accessories of times gone by to deck out your retro wardrobe. And make your home fashionably nostalgic with retro homewares and furniture.

Spring Wattle Market
2025-08-31 09:30 - 14:30 (Australia/Melbourne) | ACT
Come and enjoy the first day of Spring and celebrate all things Golden Wattle (Acacia pycnantha)
With lovely colours of green and gold adorning the halls and with local artisan showcasing goods including handcrafted wares, clothing, jewellery, fresh local produce, and unique arts and crafts.
A unifying day to celebrate us as a notion and this wonderful country we all share.
Find everything from treats, eats and homewares celebrating Wattle and the versatility of green and gold that is found right around the country.
So join the national celebration of National Wattle Day – 1 September every year

Acacia pycnantha (Golden Wattle)
Australia’s national floral emblem since 1988
© S.D. Searle

Portobello Road in August
2025-08-10 09:30 - 14:30 (Australia/Sydney) | Old Bus Depot Markets, 21 Wentworth Ave, Kingston, ACT, 2604, Australia
Say goodbye to winter with a day out browsing through an eclectic mix of quirky and interesting treasures on our last Portobello Road event for the year.
When it comes to Portobello Road, the question is more what CAN’T you find? Stallholders are constantly updating their items to make sure they always have something valuable and exciting to share. To start, see a great range of antique jewelry, china, glass art, silver, linens, restored pieces, cutlery and crockery. Count on nostalgic home-ware items to also be available such as lamps, clocks, and even typewriters, all on Portobello Road. Have fun treasure hunting and tell us what you find!

Creative Fibre
2025-07-13 09:30 - 14:30 UTC | ACT
Be inspired by the originality of the region’s most talented textile artists showcasing and selling their work at our annual event Creative Fibre. This day offers an excellent opportunity to engage with the textile artists who call the Canberra region home.
With everything about Fibre from wool, cotton to denim including wood and leather, you can see products and learn about the processes involved in designing, printing on fabric, and creating mixed media homewares and wearable textiles through weaving, knitting, crocheting, hand dyeing fabric and more.
What might you find? Wraps, Throws, Ponchos, Millinery, locally designed clothing for men, women and children, Crocheted wearable items and homewares and much, much more… Even a Chicken hat or two !
