I have a bit of a bone to pick the Finders Keepers Markets. WHY ARE THEY ONLY BIANNUAL? It's such a…read moretease! They move into the Old Museum twice a year, flaunt their gorgeous bits and pieces in our faces and then choof off until 6 months later. It's not fair. But I will forgive them. And no doubt I will spend all my pay at the next markets they bring up to our fine city. I've been lucky enough to go to these markets 3 times, the first time was the first market they've held in Brisbane. It's amazing how much the word has spread! This market is specifically for Australian made arts and crafts and I can't even cope with the overflow of gorgeous that Finders Keepers has to offer. Handmade jewelry and clothing, home wares, leather goods, stationery, art prints and more! The reason I keep coming back (despite the crowds) is not just to peruse the clever creators and the fun things they sell, it's because you can make a whole day out of it. The lawn at the back of the Old Museum gets filled with delicious food stalls, and local bands provide the entertainment when you need a reprieve from the stall-madness! I would definitely suggest preparing your wallet for the blow it may receive, because so much of the stock is hard to say no to. If you're organised enough, save your pennies and do your Christmas shopping at Finders Keepers. The Winter market is usually held around June/July and the Summer market in October/November.

Finders Keepers is like a fairy land for the arty and crafty. There's pom poms, bunting, jewellery,…read moreclothes, linen, books, stationary... anything a hipster/ nerd/ fashonista could need. It's a really good way to get some inspiration, pick up some unique gifts and meet some of our very talented Australian artists. Some of my favourite stalls included one that made bed linen that turned your bed into a block of chocolate, the Frankie stall (fairy floss and vintage pillow cases, hello), Pannikin (the cutest but not too girly accessories on earth) and Paper Boat Press. It's worth visiting the Finders Keepers website and looking up the stall-holders etsy shops to see the awesome stuff that was on display. If you make it in person next year, my top tips are to bring lots of cash (there is an ATM but the line and the fees are stupid high) and be prepared to take a while. There is lots to see and lots of people to try and see around.

If only I could own a house on this, the coolest lane in all of BrisVegas, I'd be blissfully…read morecontent residing amongst all the deeply stylish boutiques, and the laid back hipsters who hang out here. I love: the astro turf the vibe (easy going and relaxed with a community feel - everyone knows everyone else) the fact that it's clearly the new hub of creativity for Brisbane. the boutiques (Ash to Gold, Ruby and Prankster, EP, Sunday Social) Flamingo Cafe (any place where you can sit on a plastic corn on the cob is a winner with me) the laneway market on the first Saturday of every month. Winn Lane, I heart you hard.

Oh the whimsy of Winn Lane! What is not to love about this place? Made up of a selection of…read moreadorable shops, a great cafe, a new little salon and the back of one of the most celebrated music venues in Brisbane, Winn Lane basically kicks ass. I took a friend of mine from Melbourne to Winn Lane recently when she was visiting and, to my delight, she said it's one of her favourite spots in Brisbane. The food at Flamingo cafe offers some sustenance while you mill around the gorgeous shops and find the most unnecessary of items! The main thing I love about Winn Lane though is that it has gone from being one or two small businesses, to growing into a hub of tropical Brisbane goodness, and it's happened organically without the help of the Council or any third party. Winn Lane is a little hideaway and haven in what can be the pretty weird-tastic neighbourhood of Fortitude Valley. It's as close to a physical "happy place" as I've found. Cue animated blue birds and She & Him music!

The Collective Markets are touted as "the place" to find the perfect souvenir. I disagree. Not…read moremany handmade items. Lots of dresses and items purchased from South Asia --fast fashion. I bought nothing and had looked through every booth in 40 minutes. The location is superb. Gorgeous Southbank with nice ferry stops make it an easy place to access from other areas of the city. Markets are only held on certain weekends so check the calendar. If you miss it, no big deal because the same stuff is in several stores.

I love these markets, especially at night with all the glittery lights on the stalls. It's so nice…read moreto be able to walk around south bank and then wander through these markets at a leisurely pace. They have all your usual market stalls here, from knick knacks to food, art to iced tea. Plus you can't go wrong with a Choc centered banana for the kids or kid at heart. The fact that they are located in between all the shops is a plus for me because you can meander from shop to stall and back again. Some stalls are a little pricey compared to other markets so keep that in mind.

Best Popcorn Around, the Salted Caramel is Amazing!! Great customer service and free samples of all…read morethe flavours. Oh they are all gluten free too!!

NightQuarter is a Shipping Container City, open only on Friday or Saturday night from 4pm till…read more10pm. Entry is $3, free if you are under 12 years old. Over 120 specialty shops, lots of food stalls , live music also a playground for the children

There's not a whole lot on offer at these markets, but they do add a nice vibe to the UQ Union…read morespace every wednesday and are good to take a wander through if you're on campus. Around the start of spring, a stall selling strawberries usually appears and I think this would have to be the highlight of these markets. They're always so tasty that you smell them as you walk past. Not only that, you can also buy a little pot of chocolate dipping sauce to go with them. There's also usually a stall selling fresh flowers which are reasonably priced, and some student body or another will often put on a sausage sizzle, providing a cheap lunch for the impoverished student!

A great family day out or day date! These little best kept secret markets in Campbell Place make…read moreWednesday THE day to tour UQ. At the time of writing the markets operate with a core group of stalls operating 8am - 5pm. They include; very inexpensive and good quality flowers, high quality boutique tea and accessories, Sunglasses, fair trade Nepalese goodies, (the best finger puppets ever!), a few good independent Australian design fashion stalls (mens and womens), a variety of handmade jewellery and crystals, a henna and eyebrow threading stall, fresh fruit, terrarium plants, succulents and ferns, and some electronics and device accessories. These are the best situated markets in Brisbane. They are one point of interest amongst many for a day out here. Choose from an extensive selection of food in the Food Court next door. Eat amongst beautiful water feature parkland and paved areas with plenty of shady and sunny seating. Wander the historical sandstone Great Court, have a swim at the pool, hire a tennis court for a hit, or visit the Art Museum and University department buildings that hide treasures of interest for the curious. University parking is $5 a day. Carry a water bottle- there are chilled filter water station throughout the grounds and plenty of good coffee choices.

It's pretty much just awesome to have something like this in Ipswich! My husband and I have been…read moreregular visitors to the Oz Night Market since it opened a few months ago. There's always something different to try. It's basically a mini-me of Eat Street but without the trendy festoon light type of atmosphere and with more sufficient parking given the usual amount of attendees. You can pretty much always get a seat to eat your meal, and you don't have to shuffle everywhere. Mind you, I still love Eat Street despite its overpopulation :) There's jumping castle type play things for children and every week there is a different live musician/band/group playing. $1 entry - kids are free I'm fairly sure. The market staff are friendly and the guys who keep the tables clean are super efficient. Go and check it out on Saturdays from 5:30pm til 10pm. Best to get in early! :)

I've been a regular at Oz Night Markets since it opened. It's certainly no Eat Street Market, but…read morefor Ipswich (and surrounding areas), it is by far the best food market. And slowly but surely, more and more craft stalls are opening up too, which is making Oz Night Market quite a well rounded market. The stalls change from week to week, although there are several regular stalls that are there most weeks. Vietnamese, Indian, Churros, ice cream, German hot dogs, there's quite a bit of variety depending on what you feel like eating. The markets are good for kids too, with a clown that makes animals with balloons, fairy floss and also usually an inflatable playground for them to play in. There's ample parking so that's never an issue, and because it's held in the covered carpark of Booval Fair, the rain never affects the markets either. There's usually also some form of entertainment, be it a musician or a dance troupe, or something else. $1 entry fee - check it out, I doubt you'd be disappointed :)

This popular Farmers and Flea Market is held every Sunday at the Mount Gravatt Showgrounds. While…read moreit may not be as fancy as the Powerhouse Farmers Market or as trendy as the West End Markets, the Mt Gravatt Markets has been running longer than either of them put together. What I love about these markets is that they have cheap, fresh produce. You won't find macaroons, Greek yoghurt, fancy dips on tasting spoons or the mushroom man. This market keeps things simple with cheap bundles of Vietnamese herbs, boxes of sweet smelling tomatoes and a huge range of fruit and flowering plants at ridiculously low prices. Once you've loade dup your car with the weekly groceries, there's also second hand toys, clothes and books to rummage through. Best of all, you don't have to wake up too early for these markets. It goes until midday - although you may want to get their earlier to catch the bargains.

Like chandler, these markets are big and sprawling with everything you could imagine in the way of…read morenew and secondhand goods, heaps of yummy food and lots of fruit and veges. I bought a great dooona cover here - a 'second' of a very expensive brand, and it's still going strong years later. If you've got the eye for a bargain, check this market out.