7 Must-Visit Food and Craft Markets in the Kingdom of Fife

Fife boasts an array of incredible markets held regularly throughout the year, showcasing the region's finest food, drink and crafts. And they make for the perfect day or night out!

Balgove Night Market (St Andrews)

The popular Balgove Night Market returns with an amazing line-up of returning favourites and fresh new faces this season. And make sure you arrive with a healthy appetite to enjoy the variety of dishes from local food trucks, along with Balgove's own Steak Barn and Eat Out. Shop tasty local produce direct from the makers and growers, watch live demos and listen to rousing music.

This year you'll also be able to join in the Garden Shed for mini Flower Workshops for a wee insight into sustainably growing, cutting and artfully arranging freshly cut garden flowers. 

The Night Markets are free to attend and run on the first Tuesday of the month, May to September from 5:00pm to 9:00pm - 4th Jun, 2nd Jul, 6th Aug, 3rd Sept

Bowhouse Food Weekend (near Elie)

Bowhouse is a very well known and bustling market weekend showcasing the best local food and drink traders from Fife and Scotland. Enjoy meeting the makers while shopping what is local and seasonal, participate in workshops and cooking demonstrations which look deeper into seasonal produce.  Grab some lunch from the street food area or hang out in the courtyard.

Bowhouse is held on the second weekend of each month (except January and February) and entry is free, 10-4pm both Saturday and Sunday. Market dates are 8-9th Jun, 13-14th Jul, 10-11th Aug, 14-15th Sept, 12-13th Oct, 9-10th Nov, 14-15th Dec.

Dunfermline Artisan Market

You'll find the Dunfermline City Artisan Market, a new outdoor market on St Catherine's Wynd, next to The Dunfermline Abbey. Meet with local traders selling wonderful artisan goods including Mac and Cheese, Cakes, Art, Cheese, Jams, Woodwork, Textiles, Home Fragrance and more. It's the perfect destination to pick up some wonderful gifts in the heart of Dunfermline City.

Market dates: 14th Jul, 11th Aug, 15th Sept, 13th Oct, 17th Nov, 15th Dec

Falkland Estate Monthly Makers and Producers Market

From food and drink vendors, to ornamental items, woodcrafts, fashion, candles, prints and paintings, bags, felted products and even products for your furry friends, there's always something for everyone and the Falkland Estate market is a great place to buy unique gifts and high quality locally produced arts and crafts.

Market dates: 30th Jun, 28th Jul, 25th Aug, 29th Sep, 27th Oct, 24th Nov

Markets between Two Firths (Cupar and St Andrews)

New for 2024 this monthly producers & creatives market with an emphasis on local, Scottish producers and sustainability in Cupar and St Andrews.

Visit Cupar -15th Jun, 20th Jul, 17th Aug, 21st Sept, 19th Oct, 16th Nov, 21st Dec

Visit St Andrews - 1st Jun, 6th Jul, 3rd Aug, 7th Sept, 5th Oct, 2nd Nov, 7th Dec

Artisan Fridays Market (Kirkcaldy)

A fresh and energised food market on Kirkcaldy High Street every Friday. Pop down the high street to enjoy the buzz and atmosphere, as well as enjoying fantastic local food and drink. 

Rose & Thistle Market (St Andrews)

Carefully curated local makers, bakers, and artists showcasing their best work at this St Andrews based market. Held on the second Saturday of each month, the market also supports community charities. Dates: 8th Jun, 13th Jul, 14th Sept, 12th Oct, 9th Nov, 7th Dec.

Makers Market (Cupar)

Nestled in the heart of the market town of Cupar, you will find the Makers Market. Held the first Saturday of the month in the iconic Cupar Corn Exchange, you'll find everything from home-baking, candles, woodwork, kids knits, sun hats to lampshades and original artwork. Dates: 6th Aug, 7th Sept, 5th Oct, 2nd Nov.