Eumundi Markets & Sunshine Coast Shopping

Eumundi Markets have been the beating heart of the Sunshine Coast's creative scene since 1979. What started as a small community gathering beneath heritage fig trees in the hinterland village of Eumundi has grown into Australia's biggest and best art and craft market — a sprawling, multi-precinct celebration of handmade goods, locally grown produce, international street food and live music that draws more than 10,000 visitors every market day.

Unlike tourist markets that fill stalls with mass-produced souvenirs, Eumundi operates on a strict "makes, bakes, grows or sews" policy. Every stallholder creates their own products, and many source materials from the local region. The result is a marketplace where you can talk directly to the artisan who made the jewellery you're admiring, taste cheese from the dairy you can see in the hinterland hills, and discover handcrafted goods you genuinely won't find anywhere else.

When to Visit

The main markets are open every Wednesday and Saturday, rain, hail or shine, all year round. All precincts operate on both days. Hours are approximately 7:00 AM to 2:30 PM, though some stallholders begin packing up around 2:00 PM.

The Market Precincts

Although it feels like one enormous market, Eumundi is actually a collection of distinct precincts, each with its own character. Understanding the layout helps you navigate the 600+ stalls without missing the sections you care about most.

What to Buy

With 600+ stalls, you can find almost anything handmade. These are the categories that Eumundi does best — the things worth travelling for.

Street Food & Drink

The food at Eumundi deserves its own section. Stall after stall of international street food, fresh juices, artisan coffee and sweet treats make choosing what to eat one of the day's hardest decisions.

Highlights include German bratwurst with sauerkraut and mustard, wood-fired pizza, Vietnamese pho, vegan bowls, gluten-free cinnamon doughnuts, fresh coconut water, acai bowls, Matso's craft beer and pineapple cocktails. The mobile coffee vans are excellent — fuel up early and keep browsing. If you prefer a sit-down meal, the Eumundi pub and nearby cafés along Memorial Drive offer lunch with a view of the market buzz.

Insider Tips

Bring your own bags. Support sustainability and save yourself the hassle of carrying market bags. A foldable backpack or tote is ideal.

Cash is still handy. Most vendors accept cards, but cash speeds up smaller purchases. There are ATMs in the village.

Grab a map at the entry if available, or simply wander and let the vibe guide you. Hidden gems are everywhere — the stalls tucked behind the main aisles often have the most unique finds.

Talk to the makers. The locally-made policy means every stallholder created what they're selling. Asking about their process is welcomed and often leads to the best stories of the day.

Visit the Eumundi Museum while you're in town — a professionally researched display of local history that adds context to the market's deep community roots.

Other Sunshine Coast Markets

Eumundi is the main event, but the Sunshine Coast has a thriving market culture year-round. These are worth adding to your itinerary.

Eumundi Village — Beyond the Markets

Don't rush away when the stalls close. The heritage village of Eumundi is worth exploring in its own right. The Artisans Gallery on Memorial Drive showcases fine Australian craft year-round. The Generator Gallery features contemporary art. The Imperial Hotel (the "Eumundi Pub") is a classic Queensland pub with a wide verandah, live music on weekends and craft beer on tap. Matso's Brewery, originally from Broome, has a Sunshine Coast outpost here — their ginger beer is legendary.