Markets & Artisans
Makers, growers & weekend stalls
The best markets & artisans in Clare
Country markets, farm gates and artisan studios bring the valley's makers together — olive growers, jam and preserve makers, potters, woodworkers and bakers. It's the place to fill a basket with local produce and pick up something handmade to take home.
The Clare Valley's creative and producing community is small but genuine, and seeking it out is a lovely way to meet locals. The monthly Clare Valley Farmers' Market at the Clare Showground is the region's showcase for everything beyond the wine glass — olives, cheese, bread, honey and seasonal produce sold straight from the growers.
Scattered through the valley's towns you'll find galleries, craft makers and independent shops, including beloved bookshops in Auburn where browsing slows the day right down. Many cellar doors double as makers' spaces too, selling local olive oil, preserves and ceramics alongside the wine.
The artisan scene leans into the valley's slow, regional rhythm, so timing matters: the farmers' market runs on set Sundays, and smaller studios may keep weekend or by-appointment hours. It pairs naturally with a day of eating and drinking or exploring the region's heritage towns around Clare.