Hanging Rock Market

Set on the lower cricket oval at the base of the ancient volcanic rock formation, Hanging Rock Craft & Food Market brings together up to 100 stalls of Australian-made and Australian-designed goods in one of Victoria's most extraordinary settings. Operated by Craft Markets Australia - a family-run business with over 50 years of experience hosting markets at iconic locations - this is a genuine destination day out rather than a simple weekend browse. Shoppers find a thoughtful mix of artisan craft, fresh homegrown produce, baked goods, and gourmet food options, all with the dramatic silhouette of Hanging Rock as a backdrop and the wide lawns perfect for a post-market picnic. Less than an hour from Melbourne along the Calder Freeway and close to the township of Woodend, the market draws visitors from across the region and beyond. A highlight exclusive to market days is a free Ranger Guided Tour departing at 11am from the Meeting Point below the café - normally $25 per person, it is complimentary for market-goers and runs for approximately 60-90 minutes to the summit. The CFA is also on-site fundraising. Park entry on market day is $10 per car (reduced from the usual $15). Card payment is available at individual stalls, though bringing cash is recommended given the intermittent mobile signal at the reserve. Surfaces across the site include gravel, grass, and bitumen which can be uneven in places, and shade is limited, so comfortable footwear and sun protection are advised.