The Coastal Markets at Broadbeach is a beachfront market held at Kurrawa Park on the first and third Sunday of every month, from 8 am to 2 pm. It is one of three Coastal Markets on the Gold Coast, and the one to pick if you want a Sunday morning of stalls with the beach right next door.
The organiser describes Broadbeach as a popular beachfront market with handmade products, art, fashion and specialty food stalls. If you are searching for Broadbeach markets on a Sunday, this is the one you want.
When are the Broadbeach markets on?
The Broadbeach markets run on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month, from 8 am to 2 pm. That means two market days a month, usually two weeks apart.
The organiser says the markets are open rain, hail or shine, and asks visitors to check its social media for updates to trading. If a big storm is forecast, that is the place to look before you leave home.
On the other Sundays, the same organiser runs its other two beachfront markets down the coast. The second Sunday is at The Coastal Markets at Coolangatta, and the last Sunday is at The Coastal Markets at Burleigh Heads.
What you will find at the stalls
The organiser lists handmade products, art, fashion and specialty food stalls at Broadbeach. Across all three Coastal Markets it describes hundreds of stalls, an ever-changing mix of local and visiting makers, with homewares and gifts among them.
Stall holders change from market to market, so there is no fixed list of who will be there on the day.
Where it is and parking at Kurrawa Park
The market is at Kurrawa Park on the Broadbeach beachfront. The park’s address is 155 Old Burleigh Road, Broadbeach.
There is on-site parking in front of Kurrawa Surf Life Saving Club, and off-street parking along Old Burleigh Road. On Old Burleigh Road, there is metered parking from Queensland Avenue to the surf club (4 hours, $2.30 an hour, 9 am to 7 pm, including Sundays) and free 4-hour parking from the surf club to Margaret Avenue (9 am to 7 pm). Rules can change, so read the signs where you park or check the council’s Broadbeach parking page.
The drive from the Brisbane CBD is about 70 minutes by car, depending on traffic.
Planning your visit
- How long: a couple of hours is plenty to look at the stalls, buy something to eat and have a wander. The market closes at 2 pm, so the earlier you arrive the more choice you will have.
- Best time: arrive early for parking and a clear look at the stalls, and go before the middle of the day if it is hot.
- What to bring: a hat, sunscreen, a water bottle, a bag for your purchases and some cash as a backup in case a stall cannot take cards.
- With kids: Kurrawa Park has no playground of its own, but the beach is right there and the all-abilities playground at neighbouring Pratten Park is close.
Getting there by public transport
The G:link light rail has stations at Broadbeach North and Broadbeach South, both on the Gold Coast light rail line. Use the Translink journey planner to pick the stop that suits you and to check Sunday times.
Facilities at Kurrawa Park
- Toilets: two sets, at both ends of the parklands, including a disability toilet.
- Showers and water: outdoor showers along the esplanade, a drinking fountain and a water tap.
- Picnics: picnic tables, picnic shelters and barbecues.
- Beach: beach access, a boardwalk and volleyball courts.
Kurrawa Park has no playground of its own. The neighbouring Pratten Park has the Gold Coast’s first all-abilities playground.
Dogs at Kurrawa Park
Dogs must be walked on a leash in the park and are prohibited in all children’s playgrounds, under City of Gold Coast rules. The off-leash dog area is at Pratten Park, south of Kurrawa Surf Life Saving Club. The market’s own rules for dogs are not published on the organiser’s page, so check with the organiser if you plan to bring one.
Nearby
- Broadbeach, Gold Coast – the beach, parks and cafes around the market.
- The Coastal Markets at Coolangatta – the 2nd Sunday market.
- The Coastal Markets at Burleigh Heads – the last Sunday market.
- markets on the Gold Coast – every regular market in one guide.
More days out are listed under markets and Gold Coast, and dated events are on What’s on.
Details can change, so check the organiser’s website before you go.
Quick answers
When are the Broadbeach markets on?
The Coastal Markets Broadbeach runs on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month, from 8 am to 2 pm, at Kurrawa Park.
Where are the Broadbeach markets?
At Kurrawa Park on the Broadbeach beachfront. The park is at 155 Old Burleigh Road, Broadbeach.
Is there parking at Kurrawa Park?
Yes. There is on-site parking in front of Kurrawa Surf Life Saving Club and off-street parking along Old Burleigh Road. On Old Burleigh Road there is metered parking ($2.30 an hour, 4-hour limit, 9 am to 7 pm, including Sundays) near the surf club and free 4-hour parking further south. Check the signs.
Are the Broadbeach markets on if it rains?
The organiser says the markets are open rain, hail or shine, and to check its social media for updates to trading.
Are there toilets at Kurrawa Park?
Yes. There are two sets of toilets, at both ends of the park, including a disability toilet.
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