Easter at South Melbourne Market
Your one-stop shop this Easter
Stock up on everything you need for a festive feast. From fresh seafood and local lamb to artisan chocolate, specialty hot cross buns and unique gifts. With all your Easter essentials under one roof, it’s the ideal way to support our wonderful traders while preparing for a delicious long weekend.
EASTER TRADING HOURS
The Market will be open on Thursday 2 April so you can load up on Easter goodies and enjoy some family fun.
Please note changes to the Market hours.
- Closed: Good Friday, 3 April
- Open: Easter Saturday and Easter Sunday
Meet the Easter Bunny at the Market.
EASTER BUNNY VISITS
The Easter Bunny is hopping into the Market with loads of Easter eggs for Market shoppers. Catch our furry friend on:
- Wednesday 1 April – 10am to 1pm
- Thursday 2 April – 10am to 1pm
- Saturday 4 April – 9am to 12pm
Bring the kids, enjoy the festive atmosphere and keep an eye out for the Bunny while you shop for the freshest Easter produce.
EASTER EGG HUNT - THURSDAY 2 APRIL
Join us for the Market’s annual Easter Egg Hunt, the perfect activity to get little ones excited for Easter.
Starting from 9am, with 30-minute sessions running until 11am, little adventurers can explore the Market, following a special map to track down hidden Easter eggs along the way. It’s fun, festive and a great way to experience the Market together.
This year, the $5 booking fee will be donated directly to the The Good Friday Appeal, supporting The Royal Children’s Hospital in delivering worldclass care to children and families.
Places are limited, and booking are essential, so be sure to secure your spot early.
To book in for the Easter Egg Hunt click HERE.
THE JAZZ JOKERS - EASTER SUNDAY
From 11:30am - 1:30pm, shop for your Easter goodies to the upbeat jazz tunes from the Jazz Jokers.
These roving jazz musicians are a favourite amongst the Market traders and shoppers and put a smile on everyone's face.
The Jazz Jokers are the perfect way to brighten your Easter morning shop at the Market.
Easter has come early at Cobb Lane. Choose between two mouthwatering flavours of Hot Cross Buns: Traditional and Chocolate & Sour Cherry.
HOT CROSS BUNS
Agathé - will be offering two indulgent varieties of hot cross buns: classic and chocolate. Varieties are made using Gewürzhaus’ Hot Cross Bun Spice Mix. These fluffy buns will be available from Wednesday 18 March.
Cobb Lane - Cobb Lane is baking fresh batches of traditional hot cross buns—soft, fluffy and spiced, filled with raisins, citrus peel and mixed spices. They’re also offering a decadent Sour Cherry & Dark Chocolate version, packed with plump cherries and rich chocolate.
Gewürzhaus - For those who prefer to bake at home, Gewürzhaus offers their signature Hot Cross Bun Spice. Check out the recipe here. They also have a limited season Easter Bun Tea, and Easter Hot Chocolate available only in the leadup to Easter and perfect paired with a warm hot cross bun.
Moses and Co – Moses and Co has a gluten free, vegan version of this Easter favourite, brimming with mixed spice and orange peel, ensuring no one misses out this Easter.
La Lapa - La Lapa will be serving traditional hot cross buns along with a special Hot Cross Bun Donut, available alongside their popular cakes, donuts and sweet snacks.
Emerald Hill Deli - Emerald Hill Deli will be serving up traditional hot cross buns this year, freshly baked and perfect for your Easter table.
Whether you love them classic, chocolatey, homemade or gluten free, the Market has a hot cross bun for every taste. Now let’s hop into our next Easter favourite…
EASTER CHOCOLATE AND SWEETS
Atypic Chocolate - Our resident chocolatier has crafted a limited-edition Easter collection featuring two beautifully designed chocolate eggs in milk chocolate, filled with honeycomb pieces and dark chocolate with candied orange peel strips and an adorable milk-chocolate chicken family. Available in-store now, but only while stocks last.
Fritz Gelato - Treat yourself while you shop with their award-winning, trophy holding Hot Cross Bun ice cream, returning just in time for Easter from Friday 27 March.
Flour Patisserie - Discover sweet treats made fresh from quality ingredients, just steps from the Market. Enjoy Easter-themed hand piped mini gingerbread cookies and a delicious range of rocky road, including flavours like salted caramel & roasted peanuts, pistachio & raspberry, and cherry & coconut.
il migliore – This perfectly timed popup is your go to for impressive Easter gifting. Discover their range of large Easter eggs in Signature Espresso, honeycomb, decadent dark, peppermint and classic milk chocolate. Choose from dark or milk chocolate eggs, cute, assorted treat stacks, or their stunning hatboxes filled with chocolates, biscuits and eggs, finished with a beautiful grosgrain ribbon.
Fritz Gelato's Hot Cross Bun ice cream is a sure winner this Easter - literally.
Moses and Co - Pick up limited-edition Tony's Chocolonely eggstra special chocolate eggs or opt for gluten free Easter treats from The Carob Kitchen.
Rita’s Coffee and Nuts - Find a generous selection of chocolate eggs and bunnies, plus traditional Italian Easter Colomba cakes, including two exclusive Dolce & Gabbana La Colomba tins. Those celebrating Orthodox Easter will also find dyes, candles and koulourakia.
Sweets on South - Explore a huge selection of sweet and fluffy Peeps Marshmallows in classic pastels or fun, unexpected flavours like Strawberry Pop-Tart. Plus, browse an incredible assortment of chocolate and confectionery sourced from around the world, pure paradise for sweet tooths.
The South Melbourne Market Grocer - A huge range of chocolates, bunnies and sweets at even sweeter prices, plus fun Peeps Marshmallows in flavours like Wild berry, Dr Pepper and Party cake.
From handcrafted honeycomb to decadent Easter eggs, the Market’s sweet treats make the season extra special. Now with your sweet tooth satisfied, it’s time to turn to the heroes of the Easter table - fresh seafood and succulent lamb.
Rita's will have you spoiled for choice on sweet treats, including their extra large bunnies and eggs.
Visit South Melbourne Grocer for chocolates from around the world - including the viral Dubai Chocolate.
Step into sweet, sweet heaven at Sweets on South.
SEAFOOD
Easter feasting isn’t complete without fresh, locally caught seafood. Whether you’re keeping it classic with prawns, lobster, bugs and shellfish or planning a showstopping seafood dish, our fishmongers have you covered. With the freshest selection to suit every menu, you’ll find the best of the season at our resident fishmongers all located in the Deli Aisle.
Aptus Seafood - Deli Aisle, Stall 25
Gem Pier Seafood - Deli Aisle, Stall 31
South Melbourne Seafoods - Deli Aisle, Stall 4
MEAT
A perfectly cooked Easter roast makes the ultimate centrepiece for your feast. From pre-marinated roasts to whole spit lambs for Orthodox Easter, award-winning hams, and other showstopping cuts, our expert butchers have everything you need to create a memorable meal.
Flinders + Co - Deli Aisle, Stall 12
Hagen's Organic Butchers - Food Hall, Shop1
Kirkpatrick's Meats - Deli Aisle, Stall 10
Ralph's Meat Company - Deli Aisle, Stall 8
With the Easter feast sorted, from the freshest seafood to tender lamb, all that’s left is adding those special touches that make the season shine.
Established in 1982, Kirkpatrick's, quality produce that is hormone-free, with lamb sourced from Fred Kirkpatrick's own farm.
Coconut Revolution will have you smelling better than chocolate!
HOME DECOR AND GIFTS
Coconut Revolution - Smell deliciously sweet with Coconut Revolutions limited edition range of Easter Egg Bath Bombs and Shower Steamers. Available in half dozen adorable egg crate cartons or individually - perfect for gifting!
Friends from Oz - Friends from Oz has decor perfect for decorating your space or Easter table. Handmade, artisanal Easter pieces, combining rustic materials, springtime foliage, and traditional egg decorations
Gewürzhaus - The cutest range of Hand-crafted Easter ornaments, wooden rabbits and chicks to bring a traditional European feel that will charm both children and adults. Needle Felt hot cross buns - Each hot cross bun has been meticulously needle-felted with dense wool that has been dyed with non-toxic colours, making it safe for young children.
Greenvalley Timber - For the perfect Easter spread, Greenvalley Timber offers stunning sustainable wooden platters, ideal for serving up your charcuterie for all your deli delights, along with handcrafted wooden egg trays.
il migliore means ‘the best’ and they’ve been baking the best biscuits and chocolaty treats, as well as creating beautiful gourmet hampers for over 30 years.
il migliore - Perfect for gifting, il migliore offers beautiful hatboxes and hampers filled with sweet treats — from jam drops, shortbread and handmade choc dipped honeycomb to gourmet meringues, chocolate-dipped apricot hazelnut bread, and signature dark chocolate Easter eggs.
Ruby & Sky - From charming bunny earrings to keepsake diaries, Ruby & Sky has Easter gifting sorted for kids and adults alike. Don't forget to grab their fun of Easter greeting card - ideal for adding a personal touch to any Easter gift!
Suki McMaster - For a playful pop of Easter charm, Suki McMaster’s illustrated hot cross bun print is a must-have to brighten up your space.
W.B. Smith and Co Kitchenware - If you're planning to bake your own Easter sweets this year, then you simply must head to W.B. Smith & Co for a range of adorable Easter cookie cutters in the shape of bunnies, carrots, chicks, eggs and more! They’ve also got adorable Easter inspired egg cups.
W.B. Smith & Co Kitchenware has everything you need for your Easter table.
Discover the most stunning handmade decorations at Friends from Oz.
CHOCOLATE ALTERNATIVES FOR KIDS
Create TBT - Filled to the brim with childhood treasures, Create TBT has toys and games for the little ones (and adults, too!).
Mary Martin Bookshop - Stocking a gorgeous range of Easter reads for kiddos of all ages, from Baby’s First Easter to fun stories featuring tiny T-Rexes and itty-bitty bunnies, you’ll find the perfect book to fill their Easter basket.
Spotty Dot - A lovely range of chocolate free Easter themed toys and gifts including plush bunnies, chickens, roosters, baby comforters, Peter Rabbit, Tiger Tribe puzzles, NeeDoh Golden Egg Hunt, Colouring Books and Hey Clay for kids to make their very own Easter eggs with air dry clay to keep forever - all perfect chocolate alternatives!
A lovely range of chocolate free Easter themed toys and gifts including plush bunnies, chickens, roosters, and more from Spotty Dot.
The Soap Shop - For Easter inspired, locally made soaps designed to bring a little fun to bath time. With soaps shaped like colourful eggs, and even dinosaurs hatching out of eggs, they’re the perfect post chocolate treat to actually get the kids excited about washing up!
Dyes of all colours can be bought from Rita's Coffee and Nuts, Emerald Hill Deli and Vangeli's Deli to create colourful eggs at home and Lambada candles.
Whether you’re stocking the pantry, decorating the home or spoiling the kids, the Market is your one stop Easter wonderland. Hop in and enjoy the magic!
Celebrate baby's first Easter with this book from Mary Martin Bookshop.