The Big Design Market

Overview

This September, Carriageworks will once again become the beating heart of Sydney's design scene when The Big Design Market returns for three days of artistry, flavour and discovery. Running from Friday, September 19–Sunday, September 21, the event brings together an inspiring roster of 230 independent designers, alongside a curated selection of food and drink experiences.

The market is renowned for its breadth and quality, with stalls spanning ceramics, jewellery, homewares, slow fashion, stationery and innovative lifestyle products. This year, expect bold new arrivals such as Indigenous label KingKing Creative, whose striking apparel fuses storytelling with design. Keep an eye out for sculptural ceramics from Ignem Terrae, and Sophie Anna's sustainable jewellery. They'll sit alongside returning favourites like Arcadia Scott, Ant Haus and Marlo Woodwork.

Aside from endless creative designs, delicious food gets equal billing at The Big Design Market. Melbourne favourites Ugo Bar and Wonder Pies are joining Sydney icons, including Lucio Pizzeria, Shortstop Donuts and Brooklyn Boy Bagels. Plus, punters can sip boutique wines, small-batch spirits and artisanal non-alcoholic brews as they explore the stalls.

This year's guest artist, Emma Morgan, will create a large-scale botanical installation that transforms the Carriageworks space, while a dedicated kids' zone invites younger visitors to pause and play. And for those who love a treasure hunt, Deluxe Show Bags are offering $25 bundles valued at over $155 and are only available on Friday.

Entry to The Big Design Market is $8 (and free for under-12s), which can be purchased via the website.

Images: Blake Walshe.