Caloundra Street Fair is a free Sunday market on Bulcock Street, open every week from 8 am to 1 pm. More than 120 stalls set up each Sunday, with live entertainment as you wander.
It runs year-round and goes ahead rain or shine, so it works as a regular Sunday morning outing, with the beach a short walk away.
When is the Caloundra Street Fair on?
The Caloundra Street Fair is on every Sunday from 8 am to 1 pm. The organisers say it runs year-round, rain or shine, unless conditions are judged unsafe. If you are unsure on the day, check the market’s social media pages.
The Bulcock Street shops are open around the market, so you can mix stalls with a cafe stop or a browse of the permanent shops.
What is on at the Caloundra Street Fair?
The organisers count 120 or more stalls each Sunday. Live entertainment is part of the day, and it is booked in advance by the market management, with both paid acts and buskers.
The organisers do not publish a stall list, so the mix changes week to week. Check the market’s social media pages if you are after something in particular.
Live entertainment and atmosphere
Live entertainment is part of the Sunday fair, from paid acts to buskers, and every act is booked in advance by the market management. The fair also sits along a working shopping street, so you can duck into a shop or a cafe between stalls.
With 120 or more stalls, give yourself time. A good approach is one slow lap to see everything, then a second pass to buy.
Where is the Caloundra Street Fair?
The fair is held along Bulcock Street in Caloundra. The market team is based near the Minchinton Street roundabout, which is a handy meeting point.
Parking at the Caloundra Street Fair
The organisers point to nearby street parking and the Transit Centre in Cooma Terrace. The organisers also list disability parking options on their FAQ page.
Getting to the Caloundra Street Fair by public transport
Translink lists routes 600 and 607 at the Bulcock Street stop at Canberra Terrace. Check the Translink stop page or the journey planner for Sunday times before you go.
Is the Caloundra Street Fair dog friendly?
Yes, well-mannered pets are welcome. They must be on a short lead or restrained and under control at all times, and owners need to clean up after them. The organisers advise against bringing a nervous dog, as it can be noisy and crowded, and hot roads can hurt paws.
Accessibility
The organisers say the markets suit wheelchairs and mobility scooters. The market team can help if you contact them.
Making a morning of it
The fair finishes at 1 pm, which leaves the afternoon free. The organisers also run the Caloundra Twilight Market on The Esplanade at Bulcock Beach on the last Friday of the month, 5 pm to 9 pm, so the two make a good pair if you are staying on the Sunshine Coast for the weekend.
If you are travelling from Brisbane, the drive is about an hour and twenty minutes without traffic, so an early start gets you to the street with the fair still fresh.
Contact the market team
The market team is based near the Minchinton Street roundabout, so look for them there if you need help on the day. The organisers also ask visitors to check the relevant market’s social media pages if the weather looks doubtful, as the fair may be called off only if conditions are unsafe.
The organisers also list a Christmas Street Fair and Tree Lighting Market on Bulcock Street on Friday 27 November, 5 pm to 9 pm. It is a separate evening event from the Sunday fair.
Planning your visit
- How long: about 1 to 2 hours for a lap of the stalls and a coffee.
- Best time: early, for parking and a quieter walk along the street.
- What to bring: a bag, a hat and water. The organisers warn that hot roads can hurt dogs’ paws.
- Getting there: about 91 km by road from the Brisbane CBD, roughly 1 hour 20 minutes by car without traffic.
Details can change, so check the organiser’s website before you go.
Nearby
- Caloundra Twilight Markets – the monthly Friday evening market on Bulcock Beach.
- Cotton Tree Markets – another Sunday morning market, by the Maroochy River.
- Carols on Kings, Caloundra – free beachside Christmas carols nearby.
- Things to do on the Sunshine Coast – more for the rest of the weekend.
- More in Markets and Sunshine Coast, and see What’s on for other regular markets.
Quick answers
What day is the Caloundra Street Fair on?
Every Sunday, from 8 am to 1 pm, on Bulcock Street.
Is the Caloundra Street Fair free?
Yes. The organisers say entry is free at their markets.
Where do I park for the Caloundra Street Fair?
Use nearby street parking or the Transit Centre in Cooma Terrace. The organisers also list disability parking options.
Can I bring my dog?
Yes, if it is well mannered and on a short lead. Leave nervous dogs at home, as it can be noisy and crowded.
Does the Caloundra Street Fair run in the rain?
Yes. It runs year-round in all weather unless conditions are deemed unsafe.
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