Gleadell Street Market

Gleadell Street Market is Richmond's long-running weekly fresh food market, operated by Yarra City Council and held every Saturday morning along the closed-off stretch of Gleadell Street. The market centres on fresh produce and food, drawing locals from across the inner suburbs for its relaxed, neighbourhood atmosphere and commitment to sustainability - biodegradable bags only, no single-use plastics on display. Because it's council-run, it has a genuine community focus: a dedicated free stall is available to local community groups several times a year. Tram routes 48 and 75 stop right at Richmond Town Hall (Stop 19), making it one of Melbourne's most transit-accessible Saturday markets. The street closes to traffic on market days, giving the whole block a pedestrian-friendly village feel. Note the market does not operate on Christmas Day, New Year's Day, Easter Saturday, or Anzac Day when these fall on a Saturday.