The Makers and Shakers Market’s curated lineup of more than 175 all Australian-made market stalls will hit Melbourne’s iconic Royal Exhibition Building on Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 April.
Including homewares, sustainable fashion and tasty food and drinks, creative workshops, an interactive kids zone and DJs spinning vinyl, the biggest Makers and Shakers Market yet, will bring the vibes for the whole family.
Rocco’s Bologna Discoteca’s hot Italian sandwiches and other regional Italian dishes will headline the food lineup, with Sebby’s Scrolls, Gigi’s Gelato, Greek Street Food and Melbourne’s OG Taco Truck also serving up treats all weekend.
As an official event partner of Australian Made, the Makers and Shakers Market is Melbourne’s only makers market that guarantees every product on sale is not just designed in Australia, but also made in the country, supporting local manufacturing and craftsmanship.
Highlight stalls include Made590, the darling of Sydney’s Inner West fashion scene known for their inclusive sizing and unique prints; Hot Shop Australia, still sizzling from their award-winning run at the Annual Hot Sauce Expo in New York; RCK Candles who craft their vessels from sandstone from their family’s Bundanoon Sandstone Quarry; and Melbourne Cocoa who will be selling their indulgent Easter range just in time for Easter gifting.
Free and low cost activities will also be available for the kids, including their very own Mini Makers and Shakers Market play space, while adults can sample delicious food and drinks or join a creative workshop including beginners watercolour painting, junk journaling and jewellery making.
A live mural painting by Hey! Nice Murals will also take place on Saturday April 5 for visitors to enjoy – Makers and Shakers themed of course!
For the full list of stallholders visit themakersandshakers.com.au/melbourne-lineup/.
FAST FACTS: The Makers and Shakers Market April 2025
- WHEN: Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 April 2025
- WHERE: Royal Exhibition Building, Carlton
- TIME: 10am – 4pm
- PRICING: $5 entry, available via themakersandshakers.com.au or on the door.
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