The Best Vintage Markets to Visit on the Gold Coast
The vintage clothing market scene on the Gold Coast is relatively new, but going from strength to strength thanks to touring markets like the Fashion Thrift Society and more recent permanent markets popping up, like the Gold Coast Vintage Market.
Gold Coast Vintage Market
Entry: $3–$5 AUD, free after 2pm.
When: Every few months, check out @goldcoastvintagemarket on Instagram for the next market date. Typically runs from 10am–3pm.
Where: Broadbeach Cultural Centre (link opens Google map)
Tickets: Eventbrite
Parking: Precinct with over 100 parking spaces, plus street parking.
GC thrifters lineup to secure the grails first.
The Gold Coast Vintage Market started in June 2023 with 40+ intage clothing, vinyl & streetwear vendors and has only grown since.
Nowadays, the market typically hosts over 50 vintage clothing sellers at the Broadbeach Cultural Centre every few months.
It’s best to pay the Entry fee ($3–$5 AUD) so you can get in early and score the best stuff.
Watch the Gold Coast Vintage Market featured on Channel 9.
Surfers Paradise Beachfront Markets
Entry: Free 🙂
Where: Surfers Paradise Esplanade, Surfers Paradise (link opens Google map)
When: Friday and Saturday, 4pm – 9pm
Parking: Metered street parking between 9am – 7pm
This might be the best night market in the country. This must-do Gold Cast experience has been hosting seaside markets for almost half a decade.
You will find locals and tourists alike, thrifting, eating and enjoying the duet of live local music and the sound of crashing waves.
Gold Coast Art & Craft Markets
Entry: Free 🙂
Where:
When: Monthly / twice-monthly, in all locations. Usually 8am – 2pm
Parking: Ample street parking at all locations.
This set of markets are the O.G’s of Gold Coast markets and have been running for over 3 decades!
All locations are beachfront and boast everything from art, craft, clothes, gifts, food and an incredible atmosphere.
There’s plenty of Aussie-made goods, tasty food and live entertainment.
