About the Barkly Square Global Markets

The Barkly Square Global Markets celebrate the multicultural community in Ballarat, and reflect local organisations who call Barkly Square home. 
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This is a perfect place for families and community-minded people to come together, enjoy delicious food and browse locally made goods.  ​Markets feature workshops, food, activities, entertainment and more!

The markets are a celebration of cultures and local makers in Ballarat, with a focus on bringing together the Ballarat East Community. The markets provide connection and growth for the community.

Don't forget to please bring cash with you so that you can support our stall holders and enter our raffle available on the night as not all stalls will have EFT facilities.​

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Market Dates 2023

Market Dates 2024

Spring Fiesta Market
Friday 20th October
​4pm to 8pm

SPRING FIESTA

Christmas/End of Year Market 
Friday 1st December
​4pm to 8pm

CHRISTMAS/END OF YEAR

Harmony Festival 2024
March - TBC
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HARMONY FESTIVAL

Winter Wonderland Market 2024
July - TBC
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WINTER WONDERLAND

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Interested in holding a stall at the Barkly Square Global Markets?

HOW TO APPLY FOR A STALL:
Please fill in the application form below.
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​Applications will be assessed by the Barkly Square Markets Committee and successful applicants will be contacted via email within 48 hours of receiving the application.

SELECTION CRITERIA
We aim to provide markets that are all-inclusive and accessible to all cohorts of the community. In order to fulfil the mission of the markets and meet customer expectations, priority will be given to stall holders who are local community businesses and organisations, with bespoke & handmade items, however we also permit non-local stall holders to bring more interest and customers to our market, and provide greater income opportunity for locals.

Approval of all applications is at the sole discretion of the Market Committee and all approvals will be based on the information given by the applicant on their application. The selection is based on product suitability, quality of the products, the demand of the product and the available space at our market venue. 

​All vendors MUST ​hold Public Liability Insurance. 

All food/drink vendors MUST hold a Streatrader/Foodtrader Registration (Statement of Trade) - this includes selling cold food item such as confectionary, relishes, honey etc.
* PLEASE NOTE: applications submitted without appropriate certifications will    not be considered.

All stallholders MUST agree to abide by the Barkly Square Global Market Rules and Regulations and sign the Barkly Square Child Safe Code of Conduct - Market Stallholders. 

STALL INFORMATION

• Stalls will generally be a 3m x 3m U-shape. You are welcome to purchase single stalls, or if you need more space you can purchase additional stall spaces.                                                                      Depending on your stall location, you may have a U-shape 3m x3 m space, or an elongated 6m x 1m space. Please advise in your application if you have special requirements for your stall and the committee will accommodate such requests where possible.  Once your application is received, you will be advised of your stall location, and layout.
• Your stall may be located inside or outside, this will be confirmed prior to the event.  Please note in your application if you are unable to be located outside.
• Stalls will be allocated on a first come, first serve basis from receiving applications, as long as applications meet all requirements as stipulated above.
• The organising committee will allocate stall locations, based on; safe accessibility for vendors, tenants, volunteers and visitors and the distribution of product types to ensure equitable opportunity for all stall holders. For example, we will try not to place 2 jewellery stalls right next to each other (unless requested).                       
• Stallholders are responsible for providing all equipment, including marquees, tables, chairs and displays. Consider your stall size and ability to load into the space before arriving for the day. We encourage new stallholders to visit the space prior to the event to familiarise yourself.
• Please advise if you have equipment that can not fit through a standard doorway, as it may alter where your stall is located.
• The Winter market will include stalls being located on Level 1 of the building - please advise of any accessibility requirements, or equipment that can not be transported in an elevator/stairs.

 COST

• Tenants at Barkly Square are welcome to use their leased spaces at no extra cost
• Non-tenants - $40 per space (no power)
• Non-tenants - $50 per space (with power)
• Power is reserved for food trucks/vendors. Other stallholders may request powered sites, however availability of these is not guaranteed.
• Stall costs may vary market to market
• Invoices will be sent prior to the event. Full payment is required within 7 days of the event occurring. Stallholders who have not made  payment by this time will have their booking cancelled.
• In situations that may prevent a stallholder from attending the market, please email brooke@bgt.org.au ASAP. A credit of the payment will be given to stallholders who provide a minimum of 48hrs notice, which is midnight Tuesday the week of the market. If less than 48hrs notice is given, NO credit or refund will be issued. 

FOR MORE INFORMATION:

• Brooke Fiddaman - Management Assistant brooke@bgt.org.au
• Emma Hart - Operations Manager emma@bgt.org.au​