2025 Craft + Design Canberra Undercurrent Design Market Supported by Ainslie + Gorman

Times + Dates |
4pm – 8pm Friday 21 November
10am – 5pm Saturday 22 November
10am – 4pm Sunday 23 November
Cost | Free
Location | Gorman Arts Centre, 55 Ainslie Avenue Braddon
2025 Stallholders | View the website here

ABOUT THE MARKET | Unmissable. Unmatched. Undercurrent.
Craft + Design Canberra is excited to receive the gift of the Undercurrent Design Market from its founders, Richard Baz and Mel O'Hanlon, the Directors and creators of The Curatoreum. 

The Undercurrent Design Market brings together over 70 accomplished makers from across Australia, showcasing contemporary work in jewellery, glass, ceramics, textiles and diverse creative mediums. Visitors will discover unique, handcrafted pieces while engaging directly with the artists who create them. 

LOCATION | Move to Gorman Arts Centre in 2025
This year, the iconic market will transform the historic Gorman Arts Centre in Braddon into a vibrant hub of contemporary craft and creativity. 

The move to Gorman Arts Centre ensures an even more vibrant and comfortable market experience. The market this year will also be complete with a bar and food options. 

LEARN MORE | The history of Undercurrent Market 

Since its establishment in 2009 at the National Portrait Gallery, the Undercurrent Design Market has grown from 30 regional makers to become a nationally recognised event attracting more than 13,000 visitors annually. The market has consistently championed quality craftsmanship while providing vital income opportunities for Australian makers. 

SUPPORTING AUSTRALIA'S CREATIVE ECONOMY

The Undercurrent Design Market generates significant direct revenue for participating makers while offering the Canberra community and visitors access to exceptional contemporary craft and design. The market's proven success in supporting artistic practice makes it a valuable addition to Craft + Design Canberra's program of activities that champion Australian makers. 

Donations

Support Craft + Design Canberra to create greater opportunities for our community of craftspeople and designers, and for the growing audience who admire and appreciate the beauty, skill and excellence of their work.

Your generosity supports our organisation as an advocate for contemporary craft and design in Canberra and beyond. Help us to shape a handmade and creative future through exhibitions, events, residencies, professional development and commissions, as well as the biennial Craft + Design Canberra Festival.

Craft + Design Canberra has been endorsed by the Australian Tax Office as a Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) and is registered as a charity (as Craft + Design Canberra) with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission ABN: 33314092587. All donations of $2 or more will be tax deductible if you live in Australia.

Thank you for your generous support, even a small amount can make a big difference to those who MAKE.

Image | Craft + Design Canberra Festival Market Day 2024 | 5 Foot Photography