Victor Harbor Markets
There’s something special about wandering through a market.
The smell of hot coffee and fresh flowers in the air. A punnet of berries warm from the sun. A stranger’s story shared over a spiced biscuit made with love.
In Victor Harbor, markets aren’t just where you go to buy things – they’re where you go to connect.
Across weekends, seasons and special events, Victor’s markets offer a chance to slow your pace, meet the locals and discover the best of the Fleurieu.
Whether you’re after fresh produce, artisan crafts or just a good conversation, there’s always something to discover.
Saturday mornings at the Victor Harbor Farmers Market
Small but perfectly formed, the Victor Harbor Farmers Market is a local institution.
Nestled around the Grosvenor Gardens rotunda, it’s a welcoming mix of stallholder banter, live music and the smell of sourdough drifting on the morning air.
The community here is strong – a loyal crew of farmers, growers and foodies who show up rain, hail or heatwave.
Start your Saturday with a coffee from Slow Mover – smooth, rich and roasted with care. Then wander slowly.
Gina’s strawberries are straight out of your childhood, bursting with flavour and picked just hours before. In autumn and winter, her Fuji apples are crisp, sweet and perfect for a park bench snack or beachside picnic.
If you’re cooking brekkie at home, Healing Harvest eggs are the local favourite. Laid by hens that roam under open skies on a farm using regenerative, organic methods, these are eggs worth waking up early for.
Need bacon to go with your eggs? Pop across the road to Coastal Meats and pick up some of their phenomenal house smoked bacon or treat yourself to a Kassler chop.
Hey Baker is a love letter to sourdough. Fermented slowly and baked in a shed, Dave and Kate’s wholewheat loaves are hearty, chewy, wholesome and completely more-ish.
For protein with provenance, Bimbadeen Hills brings grass-fed, chemical-free beef from Waitpinga, raised with respect and care. And, if you can’t wait for dinner, their sausage sizzle will have your stomach rumbling.
Local fisherman Neil from VictorFish is passionate about bringing in the freshest catch from nearby waters – from Coorong Mullet to squid – ready for the pan.
Francesco from Virgara’s Garden fills his stall with homegrown seasonal veg, including hard-to-find gems like cavolo nero and fresh borlotti beans.
Riverland Fruit rounds out the mix with citrus and stone fruit sourced from some of SA’s best growers.
Add in a rotating cast of locals selling all kinds of special treats – fresh oysters, handmade chocolate, snacks for your pupper, homemade ready meals, Greek pastries and more – and you’ve got everything you need to eat exceptionally well while you’re here.
The Artisan Market: Creative, colourful and ever evolving
If the Farmers’ Market is Victor’s pantry, then the Victor Harbor Artisan Market is its gallery.
Inspired by Tasmania’s Salamanca Market, this vibrant and ever-changing event is held every first and third Saturday of the month – and often tied to key seasonal happenings, with big events at Christmas, the Fringe, Easter and Halloween.
With market manager Care at the helm – a powerhouse of energy and creative vision – the Artisan Market is more than a place to shop. It’s a platform for community, an incubator for small business, a celebration of creativity and a space to connect.
Expect a mix of ceramics, textiles, jewellery, art, vintage finds, vinyl records, upcycled fashion, recycled accessories and repurposed creations, plus food, drink and live music.
Some locally-based favourites to look out for include:
• Made by Fred – Kerry’s colourful, handmade jewellery adds cheer to any outfit.
• Miamarsilver – ocean-inspired pieces that shimmer like seafoam.
• Sea Sprite Ceramics – bowls and mugs with a coastal soul.
• Mimi and Alby – cosy and colourful textiles.
• Incendio Pizza – the best woodfired goodness served straight from the oven.
Beyond the stalls, you’ll often find face painting, buskers, poetry slams and art workshops. Every market has its own mood – no two are the same.
And if you’re visiting from along the coast? Keep an eye on the market’s Facebook page – on special occasions the SteamRanger puts on a special market train, so you can hitch a ride and make a day of it – markets, bevvy, beach, done.
The Beachside Markets: A Victor classic
Held regularly along the foreshore, the Victor Harbor Beachside Market is the second-oldest market on the Fleurieu.
With more than 60 stallholders and a relaxed, family-friendly vibe, these markets stretch along the esplanade opposite the Hotel Victor.
The stallholders are a true mix – some local, some from as far as Mildura, many community-run.
Expect homemade preserves, cakes, art, craft, clothing and unique treasures hiding among the bric-a-brac.
Local standouts include:
• Rosemary and Graham’s homemade pickles – tangy, crunchy and perfect with cheese
• Lesley and Dennis’s delicate watercolours – painted with an eye for local scenery and light
• Craig’s copper and aluminium art – swirling, shimmering sculptures that catch the sun just right
• Greg’s collection of minerals – crystals and rocks unearthed from around Australia
• Katie’s freshwater pearl jewellery – taking you on a journey to bottom of the deep blue sea.
Don’t be surprised if you hear a bell ringing and a booming voice echoing across the stalls. The Victor Harbor Town Crier often makes an appearance, promoting local businesses and happenings, and is always happy to offer insider tips (like the best spot for fish and chips).
More than just markets…
The markets in Victor Harbor are about more than produce and products. They’re about people – the stallholders who wake early, the musicians who play rain or shine, the locals who buy birthday gifts and pantry staples in the same trip.
When you shop at a market, you’re spending money where it matters – supporting local makers, farmers, growers and creatives. You’re joining a conversation, a community, a celebration of what’s local and what’s possible.
So, whether you’re visiting for a weekend or lucky enough to live nearby, make space in your schedule – and your basket – for the markets of Victor Harbor.
