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Lakeside farmers market at North Gardens Reserve on Lake Wendouree, featuring over sixty stalls of produce and crafts on the second and fourth Saturdays from 9 am to 1 pm.
The market is located along Zoo Drive at North Gardens Reserve on the western shore of Lake Wendouree. Free parking is available along Zoo Drive and within the reserve, with additional spaces on Wendouree Parade.
Public transport:Ballarat railway station is a 15‑minute walk from the lake; local bus routes 10 and 14 stop near the reserve on Wendouree Parade. Cyclists can use the lakeside path to arrive by bike.
Markets are held outdoors; dress for the weather and bring a reusable tote.
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Ballarat Farmers Market (Lakeside) is held twice a month on the banks of Lake Wendouree at North Gardens Reserve. More than sixty stallholders offer seasonal fruit and vegetables, meats, smallgoods, eggs, honey, bread, condiments, plants and handmade crafts.
The market operates on the second and fourth Saturday of every month from 9 am to 1 pm, creating a relaxed lakeside atmosphere where visitors can enjoy breakfast, listen to live music and meet the people who grow and make their food.