How to sell at art markets in Australia: a stallholder kit
Start with the organiser's application and stall rules. Then prepare payment, insurance, display information and packing for the work you will bring.
Sources checked 24 October 2026. Confirm current terms with each provider and organiser.
Before you apply
Check whether the event accepts your type of work, what the stall fee includes, its setup window, table and power rules, and its cancellation terms. Keep a copy of the organiser's current instructions.
Take card payments
Check the market's power and mobile coverage before choosing a payment setup. Test the reader and a small transaction before doors open. SumUp offers card readers and phone-based payments in Australia.
Source: SumUp payment options. Checked 24 October 2026.
Check insurance requirements
Ask the organiser what cover it requires and whether it needs a certificate before setup. Review what your policy covers for your products and activities. BizCover says its market stall cover runs for 12 months. It does not sell cover for a single event.
Source: BizCover market stall guide. Checked 24 October 2026.
Print clear information
Prepare legible prices, material notes and care instructions. Keep a card or QR code with your shop or contact details for visitors who want to follow up. Vistaprint prints business cards in Australia.
Source: Vistaprint business cards. Checked 24 October 2026.
Pack work for the trip home
Bring wrapping suited to each object, including rigid protection for fragile or flat pieces. Check sizes and minimum quantities before ordering branded packaging. noissue lists tissue paper and mailers.
Source: noissue mailers. Checked 24 October 2026.
Make follow-up sales possible
A simple online shop lets visitors find work after the market. Keep stock and delivery details current, especially if the same piece is offered in person and online. Shopify provides an Australian online store platform.
Source: Shopify online store. Checked 24 October 2026.