The Little Food Market Melbourne

Schedule

Fri, 17 Jul, 2026 at 02:00 am to Sun, 19 Jul, 2026 at 07:00 am

UTC+10:00

Location

Royal Exhibition Building | Melbourne, VI

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🌶️🍸 The Little Food Market is back - get ready to taste your way through Australia’s ultimate culinary playground! 🤤
From 17–19 July 2026, Melbourne’s ultimate winter foodie event returns to the Royal Exhibition Building for three days of delicious discovery.
Explore over 200 of Australia’s top tastemakers, all under one iconic dome. From artisan cheese and small-batch spirits to next-level street food, boutique wines, bold condiments and indulgent pantry staples - there’s something to tempt every palate. 🧀🍷
Enjoy live cooking demos on The Winnings Food Experience Stage, taste your way through our Regional Hubs featuring producers from the Great Ocean Road, Yarra Valley & Dandenong Ranges, and New Zealand. Plus, dig into full-sized meals from beloved Melbourne kitchens in our cosy feasting area - no bookings required, just bring your appetite. 🙌🏼🔥
Whether you’re here to sip, sample, shop or savour, The Little Food Market is a celebration of flavour, creativity and the people behind it all. 🫒 🍾
Melbourne’s most delicious weekend is back.
OPENING HOURS
Friday 17 July: 12pm – 8pm
Saturday 18 July: 10am – 7pm
Sunday 19 July: 10am – 5pm
🎟️ TICKETS
Choose your experience with our tiered ticket options:
🧀 The Original – $15
Entry + a returnable Bettercup for sustainable sipping
🍷 The Taster – $20
Entry + an artist series wine glass designed by Alice Oehr
🌶️ The Passionate – $45
Entry + an artist series wine glass + stylish tote bag designed by Alice Oehr
Tickets available now:
thelittlefoodmarket.com/melbourne/tickets
📍 VENUE
Royal Exhibition Building
9 Nicholson St, Carlton VIC
(Just 10 mins from Melbourne CBD)
ACCESSIBILITY
The Little Food Market is held indoors at the Royal Exhibition Building and is fully wheelchair accessible. All exhibitors are on the ground floor and accessible toilets are available.
PETS
As this is an indoor event, pets are not permitted (assistance animals welcome).
Artwork by Alice Oehr
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Royal Exhibition Building, Royal Exhibition Building, 9 Nicholson St, Carlton VIC 3053, Australia, Melbourne

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