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Visitors browsing stalls beneath the decorated ceiling of the Royal Exhibition Building at a previous Big Design Market Melbourne
A previous edition of The Big Design Market Melbourne at the Royal Exhibition Building (December 2024). Photo by Blake Walshe.
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The Big Design Market Melbourne

280+ independent designers across homewares, fashion, jewellery, ceramics and gifts, plus food and wine.

Organised by The Big Design Market

WHY GO

Browse independent design and handmade gifts.

Details checked on 26 October 2026 against melbourne.thebigdesignmarket.com . Always confirm with the organiser before you go.

Plan your visit

Visitor guide updated 8 November 2026.

Entry price

Adults A$8 plus booking fee. Children aged 12 and under enter free. Check the ticket page for the final adult total.

Check admission with the organiser

What to expect

The Big Design Market's December Melbourne edition brings independent exhibitors to the Royal Exhibition Building. Its published programme spans homewares, ceramics, fashion, jewellery, children's goods, books, art prints, stationery and accessories, with food and drink alongside the design stalls. Browse the designer directory and the separate guest-artist and activity information before choosing what to see. Adult admission has a stated base price plus a booking fee, while the organiser lists a child-entry concession. Check the final total on the official ticket page and any conditions for activities, showbags or purchases that are separate from general entry.

Organiser information

Getting there

The City of Melbourne identifies Parliament Station and nearby tram routes as ways to reach Carlton Gardens and the Royal Exhibition Building. Check the event’s door and current transport services.

Transport and access source

Visitor questions

When can I visit?

The listed dates are 4 December 2026 to 6 December 2026. Fri 11am-7pm, Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 10am-5pm Check the organiser for individual sessions and any closures.

What does entry cost?

Adults A$8 plus booking fee. Children aged 12 and under enter free. Check the ticket page for the final adult total. Check the organiser’s current admission conditions before travelling.

How do I get there?

The City of Melbourne identifies Parliament Station and nearby tram routes as ways to reach Carlton Gardens and the Royal Exhibition Building. Check the event’s door and current transport services.