Manly Creative Markets are a free market held every Sunday, 8 am to 2 pm, at Little Bayside Park beside Manly Pool in Manly Harbour Village. Makers and small sellers set up with art, craft, plants and pop-up food, with live entertainers and rides for kids.
The park sits on The Esplanade by the water, so it pairs easily with a look around the harbour village.
When are the Manly Creative Markets on?
The Manly Creative Markets are on every Sunday from 8 am to 2 pm. The organiser, Manly Harbour Village, lists every Sunday from 15 November to 27 December.
Entry is free.
What you will find at the Manly Creative Markets
The official listing names a wide mix of stalls:
- Clothing, jewellery and art.
- Pottery, glassware, metalwork, timber, fabric and paper craft.
- Gardening and pet products, books and craft supplies.
- Food from pop-up outlets.
- Live entertainers, plus rides and activities for kids.
Special days can bring extra entertainment, such as live music on Mother’s Day.
Who runs the Manly Creative Markets
The market is promoted by Manly Harbour Village, and enquiries go to the Manly Harbour Village Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber also lists one-off market days with extra entertainment, so it is worth a look at the what’s on page if you want something special.
Visit Brisbane lists the market as running from 29 March 2026 to 31 January 2027, and the organiser’s own page shows every Sunday from 15 November to 27 December.
Getting to the Manly Creative Markets
The markets are at Little Bayside Park on The Esplanade, Manly, beside Manly Pool. By car it is about 30 minutes from the Brisbane CBD, around 20 km by road.
Plan a public transport trip with the Translink Journey Planner or call 13 12 30. Parking is not covered on the official pages, so check with the organisers if you need to be sure.
For more on the area, see our guide to Manly Harbour Village, which covers the harbour, parking and the waterfront walk.
Planning your visit
- When: every Sunday, 8 am to 2 pm.
- Cost: free to walk in. Stalls and food are extra.
- What to bring: reusable bags, a hat and sunscreen, as the park is outdoors.
- How long: the market runs for six hours, so you can drop in at any point in the morning or early afternoon.
- Questions: the organisers list [email protected] for enquiries.
Nearby
- Manly Harbour Village – the harbour, cafes and waterfront walk.
- Markets in Brisbane – days and times across the city.
- Jan Powers Farmers Markets – the New Farm farmers market.
- Boxhead Park, Lota – a bayside playground close by.
Browse more markets, Brisbane or see what’s on.
Details can change, so check the Manly Harbour Village website before you go.
Quick answers
What day are the Manly Creative Markets on?
Every Sunday, 8 am to 2 pm.
Where are the Manly Creative Markets?
At Little Bayside Park on The Esplanade, beside Manly Pool, in Manly.
Is entry free?
Yes, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog?
The official listing says pet friendly but to enquire first, so ask the organisers.
What do they sell?
Art, craft, clothing, jewellery, plants, books, pottery and food from pop-up outlets.
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