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Ireland just overflows with charm and its markets are perfect proof! Live the quintessential Irish experience – blending local culture, fresh produce and homemade crafts. Here’s your guide to the best markets in Ireland – open and lively every week!

The Milk Market – Limerick

When: Friday to Sunday

Couple browsing Milk Markets bakery

The Milk Market dates back to the 1850s, making it one of Ireland’s oldest markets. It’s the perfect place to experience community spirit and get a taste of Ireland’s rich culture. The historic venue offers a mix of vintage stalls with artisan food, homemade crafts, and even live music, set under a cool all-weather canopy.

Galway Market – Galway

When: Saturdays 8:00 – 18:00 plus Fridays during July & August

Located beside St. Nicholas’ Church, this vibrant market offers handcrafted jewellery, locally produced knitwear and beautiful oil paintings. It’s the perfect place to get that authentically Irish souvenir! Get ready for a feast of smells, tastes and sounds in this lively laneway, open year-round.

English Market – Cork

When: Monday to Saturday 8:00 – 18:00

Vendor wearing a mask is talking to a woman

The English Market has been open since 1788 and was once named the “best covered market in the UK and Ireland.” It stretches from Princes Street to the Grand Parade and is famous for its funky Victorian-style interior. The English Market is full of fresh fish, artisanal cheeses, spiced beef, drisheen, and lots more!

Dungarvan Farmers Market – Co. Waterford

When: Every Thursday from 9:00 – 14:00

A hidden gem in the sunny southeast! Held every Thursday in the town square, Dungarvan’s market features a great selection of food producers, beverages and plants. Enjoy fresh free-range eggs, gluten free cakes, or get your hands on some award-winning honey from Fíor Mhil. This is small-town charm at its best!

St. George’s Market – Antrim

When: Friday to Sunday

Couple buying fruit from a market vendor

The award-winning St George’s Market is one of Belfast’s oldest attractions. Built between 1890 and 1896, the market is still one of the city’s most popular place to visit, attracting thousands of visitors each week. St George’s Market aims to showcase local talent, offering craftspeople the opportunity to show off their handmade works of arts.

Killaloe Farmers Market — Co. Clare

When: Every Sunday 11:00 – 15:00

Killaloe Farmer’s Market has it all – from handmade herbal oils, vibrant plants, beeswax candles and so much more! It has a great selection of vegan and vegetarian delights, offering something for everyone to enjoy.  Browse the stalls while taking in the gorgeous views of the Clare Hills and the River Shannon.

Red Stables Market — Co. Dublin

When: Every Saturday from 10:00 – 16:00

Three young people at the cheese stall

Red Stables market is held in a unique Victorian building located in St. Anne’s Park. It is one of Dublin’s biggest farmer’s markets with creative stalls selling everything from hand-painted guitars to sweet treats. It’s absolutely brimming with surprises!

Mahon Point Farmers Market — Co. Cork

When: Every Thursday 10:00 – 15:00

This is Cork’s biggest Farmers Market, and aims to ensure local farmers have a direct outlet to sell their produce. Found near the Mahon Point Shopping Centre, the market has over 50 stalls of local organic veg, meats, cheeses, baked goods, and friendly vendors. It was once awarded the ‘Best Farmers Market Award’ by Good Food Ireland.

Why You’ll Love Exploring These Markets:

Handmade jewellery stall

  • Local Flavour: Immerse yourself in the local community.
  • Epic Eats: Your taste buds are in for a treat!
  • One-of-a-Kind Finds: Pick up handmade crafts and vintage treasures you won’t find anywhere else!

Make a day out of it! Pair a morning market visit with local attractions and a spot of lunch. Whether you’re exploring the fun interior of Cork’s English Market or Galway’s open-air stalls, these markets are the heart of everyday life in Ireland.

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