Markets & In-Person Events
Markets and events are where we bring LYFER into the real world. It’s where you can meet us, talk birds, and experience our birdwatching apparel and accessories up close.
Taking LYFER on the road is part of a bigger ambition, to put birding in front of more people and give it the attention it deserves. The more people connect with birds, the more awareness grows, and that awareness plays a role in protecting them.
LYFER LIVE has naturally become a birding hub. A place to connect, share stories, and meet others who notice the same things you do.
Below you’ll find where to see us next, along with where we’ve recently been.
In 2026, LYFER is travelling across Melbourne, Regional Victoria, Sydney, Canberra, and Adelaide.
Upcoming Events
July 2026
4 July, Saturday
CRFT*WRK @ Queen Victoria Market
Coburg, Melbourne
CRFT*MKT at Queen Victoria Market is a celebration of independent design, handmade goods, and creative small businesses, set inside one of Melbourne’s most iconic market spaces. It is set in heritage setting, with a lively atmosphere, and curated mix of local makers.
10-12 July, Friday-Sunday
Melbourne, Royal Exhibition Building
The Melbourne Design Market returns 10-12 July with 200+ designers and independent makers for a three-day celebration of mindfully made, good design. For 18 years, this is where emerging talent has launched, limited editions sell out and design lovers secure what’s next, first. Unique wares, small runs and exclusives you won’t find online.
26 July, Sunday
Melbourne, Royal Exhibition Building
Coburg Makers Market brings together local makers, artists, designers, and small creative businesses in the very cool, highly creative hub of Coburg. With its relaxed community feel, diverse local energy, and strong focus on handmade and independent design, it is a great place to wander, discover something different, and support Melbourne’s creative scene.
August 2026
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September 2026
12 September, Saturday
Emerald, Victoria
The Lost Woods Market is a very special market experience, known for its creative energy, beautiful setting, and strong community feel. We have heard so many great things about this much-loved market, and we are genuinely excited to be joining The Lost Woods family. It is the kind of place made for discovering independent brands, meeting local makers, and enjoying a market that feels more like a festival than a regular day out.
18-20 September, Friday - Sunday
Sydney, Carriageworks
The Big Design Market Sydney brings together more than 230 Australia’s best independent designers, makers, and creative brands inside the incredible Carriageworks space. Set within one of Sydney’s most iconic cultural venues, it is a brilliant place to discover original design, meet the people behind the products, and experience a market with serious creative energy. We are very excited to be making our Sydney debut at this one.
October 2026
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November 2026
13-15 November, Friday - Sunday
Sydney, Carriageworks
Finders Keepers Sydney is one of those markets with a great relaxed buzz, bringing together independent makers, upcoming brands, start-ups, and creative businesses from across Australia. It is a brilliant place to discover new ideas, original products, and the people behind them. We are excited to be back for our second Sydney show.
December 2026
4-6 December, Friday - Sunday
The Big Design Market, Christmas Edition
Melbourne, Royal Exhibition Building
The Big Design Market Melbourne is one we have a real soft spot for, as it was one of our very first major market events. Held in the incredible Royal Exhibition Building, it brings together a huge line-up of independent designers, makers, and creative brands under one iconic roof. With its festive energy, beautiful setting, and endless things to discover, it is the perfect market for Christmas shopping.
Past Events
June 2026
Little Burley Market
Canberra, ACT
Approx. 9am–2pm
The classic market of Canberra that needs no introduction, a curated market with a strong design and handmade focus.
Old Bus Depot Markets
Kingston, Canberra, ACT
Approx. 930am–230pm
A well-known weekly market held in a historic industrial space.
May 2026
Almost Winter Festival, The Big Design Market
Melbourne, VIC
10am–5pm
A seasonal favourite focused on quality design and winter-ready goods.
15–17 May, Friday–Sunday
Adelaide, SA
10am–5pm (check hours via website)
Known for craftsmanship, independent designers, and a strong creative community.
1–3 May, Friday–Sunday
Carriageworks, Sydney, NSW
10am–5pm (check hours via website)
One of Australia’s leading design markets, highly curated and design focused.
9 May, Saturday
Heide Market
Bulleen, VIC
10am–4pm
Held at Heide Museum of Modern Art, surrounded by gardens and sculpture featuring great food, great tunes and excellent makers.
April 2026
Coburg, VIC
10am–3pm
A heritage setting with a loyal neighbourhood crowd who support local and start-up businesses with big ideas and great products, like us!
26 April, Sunday
Little Beauty Market
Melbourne, VIC
10am–3pm
A park-set market made for slow browsing and discovering genuinely interesting and original makers. Grab something to eat, browse at your own pace, then settle in on the grass with a drink and some music.
Portsea Craft Market
Portsea, VIC
9am–2pm
Set in one of the state’s most scenic coastal spots, this market feels like a slow wander by design. Flowers at the entrance, music drifting through the stalls, and a sandy path that encourages chats with bakers, makers, and growers. Come hungry, the food alone is worth the trip.
Yarra Glen Craft Market
Yarra Glen, VIC
9am–2pm
A relaxed regional market with a strong local following set amongst the beautiful landscape of the Yarra Valley.
March 2026
21 March, Saturday
Emu Plains Market
Balnarring, VIC
9am–1pm
A local, open-air morning market with a strong community focus, set amongst the gum trees with makers, great food and drink and live music.
Little Beauty Market
Melbourne, VIC
10am–3pm
A park-set market made for slow browsing and discovering genuinely interesting and original makers. Grab something to eat, browse at your own pace, then settle in on the grass with a drink and some music.
29 March, Sunday
Rose Street Artists’ Market
Fitzroy, VIC
10am–4pm
An iconic Melbourne market focused on art, design, and small studios. Its our DEBUT and we are very excited to be part of the Melbourne institution market.
February 2026
1 February, Sunday
Yarra Glen Craft Market
Yarra Glen, VIC
9am–2pm
8 February, Sunday
Mornington Craft Market
Mornington, VIC
9am–2pm
A coastal market with a strong community feel and curated makers and start-ups.
Heide Market
Bulleen, VIC
10am–4pm
Held at Heide Museum of Modern Art, surrounded by gardens and sculpture featuring great food, great tunes and excellent makers.
Pentridge Makers Market
Coburg, VIC
10am–3pm
A heritage setting with a loyal neighbourhood crowd who support local and start-up businesses with big ideas and great products, like us!
Emu Plains Market
Balnarring, VIC
Approx. 9am–1pm
A local, open-air morning market with a strong community focus, set amongst the gum trees with makers, great food and drink and live music.
Little Beauty Market
Melbourne, VIC
10am–3pm
A park-set market made for slow browsing and discovering genuinely interesting and original makers. Grab something to eat, browse at your own pace, then settle in on the grass with a drink and some music.
January 2026
10 January, Saturday
Heide Market
Heidelberg, VIC
17 January, Saturday
Emu Plains Market
Balnarring, VIC
24 January, Saturday
Little Beauty Market
Melbourne, VIC
3pm–8pm (twilight market)
31 January, Saturday
McClelland Makers Market
Langwarrin South, VIC
10am–4pm
December 2025
20 December, Saturday
Younghusband Market
Melbourne, VIC
14 December, Sunday
Trust Markets
Rippon Lea Estate, VIC
13 December, Saturday
Heide Market
Heidelberg, VIC
6 December, Saturday
Como House Market
South Yarra, VIC
November 2025
28–30 November, Friday–Sunday
The Big Design Market
Royal Exhibition Building, Melbourne, VIC
15 November, Saturday
Younghusband Market
Melbourne, VIC
16 November, Sunday
Trust Markets
Rippon Lea Estate, VIC
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