Old Bus Depot Market

Creative Fibre
2023-07-09 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 !

Themed Sunday: Designer Sunday
2023-07-16 09:30 - 14:30, 2023-08-20 09:30 - 14:30, 2023-09-17 09:30 - 14:30, 2023-10-15 09:30 - 14:30, 2023-11-19 09:30 - 14:30, 2024-01-21 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.

Themed Sunday: Collectables Sunday
2023-07-23 09:30 - 14:30, 2023-08-27 09:30 - 14:30, 2023-09-24 09:30 - 14:30, 2023-10-22 09:30 - 14:30, 2023-11-26 09:30 - 14:30, 2024-01-28 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
2023-07-30 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.

Themed Sunday: Multicultural Sunday
2023-08-06 09:30 - 14:30, 2023-09-03 09:30 - 14:30, 2023-10-01 09:30 - 14:30, 2023-11-05 09:30 - 14:30, 2024-02-04 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.

Portobello Road in August
2023-08-13 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!

Makers-Con
2023-09-10 09:30 - 14:30 (Australia/Sydney) | Old Bus Depot Markets, 21 Wentworth Ave, Kingston, ACT, 2604, Australia
Hobbyists convene! The Makers Convention Uniting stalls and attractions that showcase a range of hobbies with the high-quality handcrafts that visitors have come to expect. Attractions, demonstrations, the ability is within each maker.
What might you find? This is an exciting event for pop culture fans and enthusiasts. The event seeks to spotlight a colorful mix of interests: live action role-play, cosplay competition, steampunk, leather makers, corset designers, millinery, and medieval recreation*. Of course, all with high-quality handcrafts abound throughout the markets. The ability is within each maker.
Work Shop – Helmet Upcycling Workshop by Tatiana Sheverda
For more information and to book – https://obdm.com.au/helmet-upcycling-workshop-by-tatiana-sheverda/
For those looking for a show, we will have AFK Choir grace the markets stage. They’re a Canberra choir that sing about all things pop culture. A bat’leth duel is also in the works. If you don’t even have to Google that, then you know exactly where to be.
We would love to hear from YOU. Whether as a stallholder, attraction, or demonstration, we want to spotlight your passion. Please send expressions of interest to info@obdm.com.au or call us on (02) 6295-3331from 9am-5pm, Tuesdays-Thursdays.
You can apply directly as a stallholder through our online Stallholder Application.
*Attractions are subject to change.

Retro Depot
2023-10-08 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.

Jewel of Canberra
2023-11-12 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.

Super Christmas Sunday
2023-12-10 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.

Fresh Christmas Trees
Family Photos with Santa – 9:30am to 2:30pm
Handcrafted Decorations
Pet Photos with Santa from Canberra Street Cat Alliance- 9:30am to 2:30pm
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
2023-12-17 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.

Fresh Christmas Trees
Family 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!

Closed For the Holidays
2023-12-24 09:30 - 14:30, 2023-12-31 09:30 - 14:30, 2024-01-07 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!

Summer Time Market !
2024-01-14 09:30 - 14:30 (Australia/Melbourne) | ACT
Re-opening for 2024!
Come and enjoy Summer Sundays! the vibrant atmosphere and see some of the best handcrafts and high-quality items on offer. After the Holiday period over and Stallholder rested and restocked.
Come find out what they have created for the new year!
Take a bite of some freshly baked treats, Summer fruits, artful accessories from jewellers, and listen to our many talented performers. You never know which mix of stalls you’ll see for this Sunday.

Summer Time Market !

International Crafts and Food
2024-02-11 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.
