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02/06/2026
You heard us! We are back and cozier than ever tomorrow night from 5pm-10pm! Get ready to embrace the chill and enjoy the best street food, warming beverages, specialty retail shopping, live music and more! We cannot wait to see you there ❄
01/06/2026
Only two more sleeps until our iconic Winter Night Market is back! Let’s kick off the season with a winter wonderland worth leaving the house for. With 13 weeks of food, fire pits, music and market magic🧣⭐
Every Wednesday from 5pm-10pm.
31/05/2026
That's right! Our Melbourne Winter Night Market is returning this Wednesday from 5pm-10pm! Offering up an array of delicious food, cozy beverages and local acts to keep you entertained. Get ready and enjoy a night of winter fun! ❄️
29/05/2026
Our Winter Night Market website is officially live! Browse our epic lineup of food, drink and shopping traders and reserve your table for you and your crew! Whether its date night, catch up with friends or the ultimate family outing – Melbourne's favourite winter escape is back! Visit the link in our bio to find out more ⛄
27/05/2026
Save the date! We launch in 1 week 🥳
Fill up on delicious street food and wander the Market’s sheds and String Bean Alley to browse more than 60 specialty shopping stores and stalls offering one-of-a-kind treasures. Think home fragrances, vintage fashion, handmade jewellery and more!
05/05/2026
Last call 👀
Tomorrow is the final night of Hawker 88 Night Market, closing with our Yin & Yang Finale ☯️. One more chance to taste your way through $8.80 specials, discover market finds and soak up and experience a high-energy night full of live performances, music and non-stop vibes.
Don’t miss your final visit 🌙
04/05/2026
Final night. Last chance. Don’t miss it 😮🔥Wednesday 6 May.
Hawker 88 Night Market wraps up this Wednesday — one last round of $8.80 eats, global flavours, drinks and market finds.
From street food favourites to hidden gems, it’s your final chance to soak up the vibes 🌙
Come hungry, bring your crew and make it count.
26/04/2026
You came for food but left with gifts 😮🔥
Lucky charms, jewelleries, clothes, candles, handmade goodies… the Night Market is lowkey a gift guide. Perfect for treating someone… or yourself.
19/04/2026
Midweek but make it a food crawl 😮🔥
$8.80 eats, global flavours, cute market finds and drinks on repeat, Hawker 88 Night Market just hits different 🌙
Charcoal-grilled skewers, bao buns, Laksa, matcha and gelato… and that’s just the start.
Come hungry, try everything. With 🆓 free public transport around Victoria, there’s no better time to visit with your family.
07/04/2026
Tomorrow night! 👀 It all kicks off with a vibrant opening night, featuring dragon dances, cultural performances and competitions. 🍜 Experience delicious street food, retail shopping and that unbeatable night market buzz, all under the iconic Market sheds. Don’t miss our lucky $8.80 special offers!
📅 8 April – 6 May
⏰ Wednesdays, 5PM–10PM
🆓 Free entry
PSA: With free public transport around Victoria, there’s no better time to visit with your family and friends.
06/04/2026
2 more sleeps! 🍜 Get ready to soak up the flavours of the Hawker 88 Night Market with a special line-up of food and market finds from just $8.80, a nod to prosperity and good fortune.
Think pan-fried dumplings, crispy cheesy noodle prawn sticks, the adorable Lucky Cat cake filled with pear jam or stretchy mozzarella and fresh coconut. Plus, handcrafted crochet coasters, all at $8.80.
📅 8 April – 6 May | ⏰ Wednesdays, 5PM–10PM
Grab your crew and taste new favourites across the market. There’s no better time to visit with your family and friends with 🆓 free public transport around Victoria.
05/04/2026
3 days to go 🔥 The Hawker 88 Night Market is almost here, bringing the energy of Asia’s street markets to your Wednesday nights. Expect glowing lanterns, bold flavours and that unmistakable midweek buzz.
📅 8 April – 6 May
⏰ Wednesdays, 5PM–10PM
Free entry. Come hungry.
PSA: With free public transport around Victoria, there’s no better time to visit with your family and friends.
02/04/2026
The Hawker 88 Night Market website is now live! Take a sneak peek at the food line-up, with special dishes at just $8.80, live entertainment and so much more! See link in bio or visit thenightmarket.com.au for all details.
Start planning your next date night, catch-up or foodie run 🍜✨
📅 8 April – 6 May
⏰ Wednesdays, 5PM–10PM
PSA: With free public transport around Victoria, there’s no better time to visit with your family and friends
25/03/2026
Mark your calendars! The Hawker 88 Night Market is coming back 🔥 In just 2 weeks, Wednesday nights get a whole lot tastier, with epic Asian street eats, vibrant flavours and midweek vibes.
📅 8 April – 6 May
⏰ Wednesdays, 5PM–10PM
Round up your crew and get ready to feast.
15/03/2026
That is a wrap on another smashing season! Thank you to everyone who joined us for our 25th season ❤
10/03/2026
ONE LAST NIGHT 😭 Tomorrow night is your final chance to soak up all the Summer Night Market magic!
09/03/2026
The Lord Mayor's Student Welcome is BACK this Wednesday! Join Lord Mayor Nicholas Reece alongside students from all over the world for a FREE night of good vibes, live music, and a proper Melbourne welcome 🙌
Don’t miss your chance to make the most of Melbourne’s summer tradition before it wraps up on 11 March!
08/03/2026
Want to be part of the magic? ❄️
The Winter Night Market returns Wednesday nights from June 3 to September 9. We’re looking for the best street food, drink and retail shopping traders to be a part of Melbourne's iconic winter extravaganza!
❗️Applications close Monday 6 April at 9am.
https://qvm.com.au/become-a-trader/
03/03/2026
There are only 2 Wednesday night’s left to enjoy the Summer Night Market. This is your sign to plan a trip before it's too late!
🗓 Every Wednesday, until 11 March.
02/03/2026
The Taste of Summer pop-up has returned! Don’t miss your chance to enjoy the very best of summer produce before the season wraps up. Plus, joining us is , serving perfectly ripe, peak-sweet bananas, and the Banana Buddy smoothie bike. Jump on, start pedalling and blend your own fresh banana smoothie - powered by you.
22/02/2026
Sheerios, your night is almost here! 🧡 This is your cue to rally the group chat this Wednesday, we’re celebrating with:
🧡 ‘The Perfect GINger’ — our limited-edition cocktail with ginger syrup, Sunkist and Market Gin.
🧡 Live Ed Sheeran covers by Joey Cirillo on the main stage: 7:10pm – 7:50pm and 8:30pm – 9:40pm.
🗓️ Wednesday 25 February (one night only).
17/02/2026
There are only 4 weeks left before the Summer Night Market ends 😱
Don’t miss your chance to make the most of this Melbourne tradition before it wraps up on 11 March!
16/02/2026
Everything you need to know for your next visit to the Summer Night Market ☀️
📅 Every Wednesday until 11 March. Don't miss out!
09/02/2026
Monday blues? Not here! We're counting down to another epic night of food, fun, and good vibes at the Summer Night Market this Wednesday 😉
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Queen Victoria Market
Melbourne, VIC
3000
To get to Queen Victoria Market in Melbourne, you can take the tram using routes 19, 57, and 59. Alternatively, you can take the train to Flagstaff Station or Melbourne Central Station, both of which are a short walk from the market. If driving, there are several paid parking options as well as limited street parking available nearby.
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The Night Market at Queen Victoria Market in Melbourne is a must-visit destination for foodies and market enthusiasts alike. The Winter Night Market, which runs every Wednesday evening from June to August, is a magical experience that transforms the market sheds into a winter wonderland. Despite the rainy weather, visitors can stay warm and cozy with the roaring open fires while exploring over 35 food and drink stalls and endless artisanal stalls. What's more, entry is free! But it's not just about the food and shopping - the Night Market also offers amazing performances that will leave you mesmerized and entertained all night long. With live music, captivating roving performances, and even a silent disco, there's something for everyone. Don't miss out on this incredible event at Queen Victoria Market - it's sure to be an unforgettable experience!
