Murrumbateman Village Market

Murrumbateman Village Market is a community-focused open-air market listed in Barton, Canberra, with the market’s own site directing visitors to the Murrumbateman Recreation Grounds in Murrumbateman, NSW. Set beneath oak trees, it combines a rural setting with a regular gathering place for locals, visitors and community groups.

Stalls feature fresh local produce, handmade crafts, artisan wares, artwork, quality goods, wine and prepared food. The market is also a place to meet the people behind the products, including local producers, small-scale growers, hobby farmers, home gardeners, regional suppliers and community organisations. A community stall provides an outlet for surplus produce from backyard and small-scale growers.

Live music is a regular part of the atmosphere, with the market also accommodating family-friendly performances such as dancing, poetry and choirs. Children and families are catered for through family entertainment, while the open setting and community focus also suit visitors browsing on their own or meeting friends.

The market is organised by local volunteers as part of a voluntary, not-for-profit community association. It runs on the second and fourth Saturday of the month, generally from 9am to 1pm, with changes for special events and some periods of the year. Part of the stall fees supports the Murrumbateman Scouts Group, adding a local community benefit to a morning spent shopping, listening to performances and making connections.