Queen Vic Market Summer Night Market
Melbourne’s longest-running night market is back for its 25th season, filling Queen Victoria Market with sizzling street food, live music, and the hum of warm summer nights.
Overview
The smell of scrumptious street food and the buzz of live music will soon fill the air at Queen Victoria Market as Melbourne's summer Night Market returns for its 25th season. The market will commence on Wednesday, November 19, and run every Wednesday evening until March 11, 2026, with free entry for all visitors.
This milestone marks a quarter of a century since the summer Night Market first opened its doors at the turn of the millennium. What began as a small gathering has evolved into one of Melbourne's most beloved summer traditions, drawing locals and tourists alike for an openair celebration of food, music and community.
For many vendors, the event has become a staple of their lives as much as the city's. Vijay Sivaraj, owner of Drums Sri Lankan Street Food, has been part of the market since its first season and says the sense of continuity keeps him coming back year after year. "The summer Night Market is flavour, family and community," Sivaraj said. "I've watched generations come through. Kids who used to eat here with their parents now bring their own families. Twenty-five summers prove what this place means to Melbourne."
This year's market will feature over 50 food vendors serving cuisines from around the world. Visitors can try everything from Parisian steak baguettes and flame-grilled Brazilian meats to Cypriot souvla, buttery French snails, and fresh Portuguese custard tarts. Gelato Messina will return with its signature summer flavours, while other long-time favourites such as The Black Sheep and St. Gerry's are also back. Drinks will include locally brewed beers from Brick Lane Brewing Co., mojito slushies, and refreshing serves from Isla Vodka and Compa Tequila, offering the perfect pairing for a warm night under the city lights.
Beyond the food, the market's artisan section will showcase more than 50 local makers and designers. Visitors can browse minimalist jewellery from Mecino, upcycled fashion from Grandma Funk, handcrafted stationery from The Paper and Wood Co., and textiles sourced from Japan, Nepal and Tibet. It is a space that celebrates creativity as much as cuisine, offering unique finds for anyone seeking a handmade gift or summer keepsake.
Live entertainment will again be at the heart of the experience, with weekly performances by local bands, buskers and RMIT music students providing DJ sets. The rhythm of the city will soundtrack each evening, as crowds wander between stalls beneath the market's openair sheds. Visitors can also look forward to seasonal produce pop-ups like Taste of summer, highlighting fruit and vegetables from Queen Victoria Market's own traders.
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