The next Warburton Valley Market is on Sunday, 2nd August | 11am-3pm along the banks of The Birrarung. (The market is always on the 1st Sunday of month except January) Come and enjoy a wonderful day out with delicious food and beautiful music, enjoy a magical day out along the banks of Birrarung (Yarra) River! Location: Behind The Arts Centre Warburton ENJOY: – A variety of Stalls: – Delicious food – Fresh local produce – Unique art and craft – FREE ENTRY – FAMILY FRIENDLY – Kids Art – Art Workshop – Picnic area on the lawn – LIVE ENTERTAINMENT with Lily & King and Bee supporting.
1st March | 11am-3pm along the banks of The Birrarung.
(The market is always on the 1st Sunday of month except January)
Come and enjoy a wonderful day out with delicious food and beautiful music and enjoy a magical day out along the banks of Birrarung (Yarra) River!
Location: Behind The Arts Centre Warburton
ENJOY:
– A variety of Stalls:
– Delicious food
– Fresh local produce
– Unique art and craft
– FREE ENTRY
– FAMILY FRIENDLY
– Kids Art
– Art Workshop
– Picnic area on the lawn
– LIVE ENTERTAINMENT with Sage Oats & Nico Flash Poetry
Sage Oats
Sage Oats: Bio
Sage Oats is a singer-songwriter based in the Sunshine Coast who explores philosophies of the human experience through his singing. He has played alongside Katie Noonan and performed at the Woodford Folk Festival in 2024. Last year he wrote his first album of original music, titled “Ignited.” His sound draws on influences of folk, soul, and experimental acoustic music, yet stands out as something completely new.
Nico – Flash Poetry
Nico aka Flash Poetry is a local freestyle sensation, guitarist, TEDx performer and the author of the poetry collection ‘The Silent World That Won’t Stop Talking’. Harnessing the power of poetry, storytelling and freestyle rap, he takes audiences on spontaneous, immersive lyrical adventures informed by crowd suggestions and whatever is most alive in the moment. Whether it’s engaging kids with playful freestyles about their favourite animals, sparking laughter with crowd suggestions, or offering thoughtful moments for adults, Flash Poetry brings something that both entertains, inspires and uplifts. Through a unique blend of rhythm, philosophy & wordplay, the full-time writer turned ‘Philosorapper’ brings the vibe with his guitar playing and showcases the mind-bending magic of live improvisation and the flow state.
The next Warburton Valley Market is on Sunday, 1st February | 11am-3pm along the banks of The Birrarung. (The market is always on the 1st Sunday of month except January)
Come and enjoy a wonderful day out with delicious food and beautiful music, enjoy a magical day out along the banks of Birrarung (Yarra) River!
Location: Behind The Arts Centre Warburton
ENJOY:
A variety of Stalls:
Delicious food
Fresh local produce
Unique art and craft
FREE ENTRY
FAMILY FRIENDLY
Kids Art
Art Workshop
Picnic area on the lawn
LIVE ENTERTAINMENT with Atongo Zimba
Atongo Zimba is a Master kologo player, singer and griot from the north of Ghana.
Join us for a beautiful day of food, fresh local produce, arts, crafts, and live music in the heart of the Warburton Valley.
This month’s performers: Szara Fox & Andrew Darling
Szara Fox is a European singer-songwriter whose enchanting songs are infused with Gypsy, Flamenco, and Balkan influences, weaving tales of wanderlust and revelation through her elemental, sensual sound.
Andrew Darling brings over 35 years of performance experience to the stage, with appearances at Woodford Folk Festival and Vivid Sydney. His fiery trumpet and soaring vocals intertwine perfectly with Szara’s magnetic presence.
Come soak up the river-side vibes, browse the stalls, and enjoy the sounds of Szara Fox & Andrew Darling this Sunday at The Warburton Valley Market!
The next Warburton Valley Market is Sunday, 3rd August | 11am-3pm. The market is always on the first Sunday of month.
As the days slowly get longer and spring blossom starts to emerge, come and enjoy a magical day out along the banks of Birrarung (Yarra) River!
Wet Weather plan: If it is wet we will be inside the Warburton Art Centre (Mechanics hall).
Location: Behind The Arts Centre Warburton
ENJOY: – A variety of Stalls: – Delicious food – Fresh local produce – Unique art and craft – FREE ENTRY – FAMILY FRIENDLY – Picnic area on the lawn – LIVE ENTERTAINMENT
This month we are pleased have AWOL Monks and Jasper White on the Market stage…
AWOL MONKS are an acoustic duo from The Yarra Valley. The band formed in 2020 from two music loving friends who met in their teens and reignited their passion for music with a shared love of Artists such as Nick Drake, Jeff Buckley and Jimi Hendrix.
AWOL MONKS brings a unique brand of entertainment fusing soaring vocals and enchanting rhythms, captivating audiences with their engaging and theatrical performance. Boasting a mixture of originals and unique interpretations of covers, AWOL MONKS will make you want to dance and sing along. Their musical chemistry and passion is known to silence the room!
Jasper White Bio:
jib weaves bossa nova grooves into contemporary indie and folk music, making for easy-listening music with strong emotional storytelling. jib is beginning his solo musical journey this spring with the release of his first singles.
The next Warburton Valley Market is Sunday, 6th July | 11am-3pm. The market is always on the first Sunday of month.
As the days get shorter and winter is drawing near, come and enjoy a magical day out along the banks of Birrarung (Yarra) River!
Wet Weather plan: If it is wet we will be inside the Warburton Art Centre (Mechanics hall).
Location: Behind The Arts Centre Warburton
ENJOY: – A variety of Stalls: – Delicious food – Fresh local produce – Unique art and craft – FREE ENTRY – FAMILY FRIENDLY – Picnic area on the lawn – LIVE ENTERTAINMENT
This month we are pleased have Dan Cully & Sam on the Market stage…
Dan Cully is a Melbourne based solo musician who writes original Indie/ roots music.
His instrumental talent incorporates harmonica, didgeridoo, stomp box, guitar and soaring vocal melodies, giving his solo performance the power of a band. His sound can be likened to artists such as Xavier Rudd, John Butler. Dan is a national touring artist, in 2024 he was selected to support ARIA award winning Aussie rock legend Deborah Conway, and three-time winning national Folk act The Weeping Willows. He has shared the stage at some of Australia’s best festivals with talents including The Peirce Brothers, 19 Twenty and Eskimo Joe. He knows how to connect with an audience and has performed on Australian television delivering a performance that propelled his musical career.
In the last year he’s released five singles and completed a 40 show tour of the east coast of Australia, playing multiple festivals, (Mordi Fest, St Albans Folk Fest, Renaissance Festival, Playing the Field, Rockhampton River Fest, The Basin Music Fest) and performing around Tasmania, Victoria, NSW, and Queensland.
Singer-songwriter, Samantha Levy of Ymma Tierra draws from a rich blend of Hebrew and Spanish heritage, with inspiration from ‘Mother Earth’ – her project’s namesake.
Soulful music and ethereal vocals weave together stories that channel the wisdom of her ancient ancestors, grounding the present moment with vibrant energy and a profound connection to Life and Place.
We are gearing up for our next Warburton Valley Market on Sunday 4th May 2025, 11am-3pm and would like to welcome you to join us for a magical day out along the banks of the Birrarung (Yarra) River, behind the Arts Centre.
Enjoy 30+ Stalls with delicious food, fresh local produce, unique art and craft and more…
Free Entry and Family Friendly, come for a picnic on the lawn or relax in the chairs provided to watch the musicians on stage.
Our Live Entertainment this month is provided by local legends Trev Dwyer and Jasper!
Trev Dwyer Bio
Rooted in the rolling rhythms of country Victoria and the storytelling traditions of folk legends like Bob Dylan and Paul Kelly, Trev Dwyer is a singer-songwriter based on Wurundjeri land in Warburton.
With an acoustic guitar in hand and a heart full of daydreams, he crafts songs about love, small-town life, and the quiet moments that linger.
In 2024, Trev began releasing a pair of singles that blend raw honesty with melodic warmth, offering listeners a space to feel deeply and drift freely.
Beyond solo work, Trev has contributed banjo, dobro, and guitar talents to acts like Humbuckin’ Pickups and Girl Friday and the Sepia Tones, bringing a rich, rootsy texture to every collaboration.
Whether on stage or in the studio, Trev Dwyer is all about giving people the space to feel, reflect, and maybe even daydream, just a little.
Jasper
Jasper is a young and upcoming performer in the Valley and we look forward to welcoming them officially onto the stage.
(May the fourth be with you! And also with you…)
Here’s some more information about Jasper and a lovely message…
Meet Jasper:
Growing up amidst the stunning beauty of the Yarra Valley, I’ve come full circle by returning to the vibrant community that feels like home. After a meaningful break, I’m diving back into my passion for music and stepping back onto the stage.
As a guitarist, singer, and songwriter, I’m eager to share heartfelt song covers infused with my distinctive style. I take songs that resonate deeply with me and put my own spin on them, weaving in personal experiences that shape my songwriting.
I hope you’ll join me for a day out at the market.
I’m looking forward to sharing my work and passion with our community!
Nature Workshop
We are pleased that Emma from the Yarra Riverkeeper Association is joining us at the next Warburton Valley Market on Sunday 4th May 2025, 11am-3pm!
With hands-on experiments and nature exploration perfect for kids and families, discover the magic of the water cycle through interactive water experiments. Learn how to stop stormwater pollution with cool rain garden demos, and become a plant detective as we explore the amazing variety of plants growing along the Yarra/Birrarung river.
Find out how these incredible plants survive in their unique environment and why they’re heroes for keeping our rivers healthy and thriving. Come play, learn, and get your hands dirty!
The next Warburton Valley Market is Sunday, April 6th | 11am-3pm. The market is always on the first Sunday of month.
Join us for a magical day out along the banks of Birrarung (Yarra) River! Location: Behind The Arts Centre Warburton. ENJOY: – A variety of Stalls: – Delicious food – Fresh local produce – Unique art and craft – FREE ENTRY – FAMILY FRIENDLY – Picnic area on the lawn – LIVE ENTERTAINMENT
We are gearing up for our next Warburton Valley Market on Sunday 2nd March 2025, 11am-3pm and would like to welcome Leigh Sloggett to the market stage!
Leigh Sloggett – Musician
Leigh Sloggett’s earthy songwriting and commanding style extends into Blues, Folk and Country music and is delivered with evocative timbres and a soulful touch on searing roots guitar. The musicality of Chris Riseley on double bass and Matt Crump on drums add an extra dimension of depth and vitality creating a distinctive musical experience.
In October 2022 Leigh released his fourth album titled ‘Wait for the Change’ which went on to reach No.1 on the US based ‘Roots Report Top 50 Australian Album Chart’ and No.10 on the ‘Australian Blues & Roots Airplay Chart’. In the UK it was also ‘Album of the Month’ on West Norfolk Radio’s ‘The Sunday Show’. His 2012 album ‘More Than I Need’ reached No.8 on the ‘Australian Blues & Roots Airplay Chart’. As well as numerous festival appearances, Leigh has toured internationally and has twice been a finalist in the MBAS Blues Challenge – most recently with his trio in 2023. Leigh has been performing consistently over two decades and continues to build his reputation as a unique songwriter and guitarist.
Enjoy food and live music on the lawn and browse a large array of stalls with art, craft, local produce stalls and more… There is something for everyone!
A huge thank you to our sponsors Community Bank Warburton & Yarra Junction (Bendigo Bank) and Yarra Ranges Council, without whom we couldn’t put on such a great market…
UNFORTUNATELY WE HAVE HAD TO CANCEL THE FEBRUARY MARKET.
WE WILL RETURN ON SUNDAY, 1ST MARCH 2025
Welcome to Warburton Valley Market 2025.
The Warburton Valley Market is back for another series of Markets in 2025.
The market is always on the first Sunday of month with the next Market on Sunday, February | 11am-3pm
Join us for a magical day out along the banks of Birrarung (Yarra) River!
Location: Behind The Arts Centre Warburton
ENJOY: – A variety of Stalls: – Delicious food – Fresh local produce – Unique art and craft – FREE ENTRY – FAMILY FRIENDLY – Picnic area on the lawn – LIVE ENTERTAINMENT
