The Big Design Market Melbourne December 2026

3 big days. 280+ designers. 80+ foodies. 1 big shopping event. Melbourne’s most iconic festive shopping extravaganza is back from 4–6 December 2026 at the Royal Exhibition Building - bringing together 280+ of the country’s best independent designers, all under one very beautiful roof. From contemporary fashion and handcrafted jewellery to colourful ceramics, original art, beautiful homewares, innovative lifestyle products, beauty, kids, accessories, pet wares, stationery and much more, discover an incredible lineup of fresh faces and returning favourites from across Australia. Immerse yourself in a spectacular large-scale art installation by Guest Artist Em Hatton, explore a dedicated creative space for kids, and discover the all-new Curl Club by Wuli Hair x Delilah Hair Studio, with live styling demonstrations, curl education, giveaways and more. Come hungry, with 80+ food and drink brands joining the Market. Indulge in gourmet feasts, sip on delicious drinks and kick off the weekend in style with vibrant Friday Night Drinks. Plus, snap up our legendary Designer Showbags and enter to win incredible prizes. This is the ultimate festive event - bursting with independent design, creativity, incredible food and plenty of good times. Just in time to tick off your gift list (or totally forget it and treat yourself). We look forward to sharing The Big Design Market with you for an exquisite shopping indulgence. TICKETING INFO: Tickets are available online here and on the door all weekend. Kids 12 and under are free. All tickets to The Big Design Market are cashless and we accept card-only payments at the door. Some exhibitors will accept cash, but be sure to bring your credit/debit cards too. All tickets are non-refundable. Your ticket is valid for entry on any one day of the event. EVENT HOURS: Friday 4 December, 11am - 7pm Saturday 5 December, 10am - 6pm Sunday 6 December, 10am - 5pm EVENT PHOTOGRAPHY & FILMING By attending the event, you consent to being photographed and filmed by approved event contractors and consent to the commercial use of the content for advertising, marketing and social media purposes. If you do not want your image to be used, please email a clear photograph of yourself to [email protected] in advance of the event, detailing your name and the event that you are attending.