There’s no shortage of weekend markets in Perth, but if what you’re after is fresh produce, meat and seafood without paying retail prices, the Saturday Clearance Market in Canning Vale is hard to beat. It’s where Perth Markets wholesalers open up to the public every Saturday morning. Here’s what to expect and how to make the most of it.
Key Takeaways
- The Saturday Clearance Market in Canning Vale lets the public buy straight from Perth Markets wholesalers at wholesale prices.
- It runs every Saturday morning from 6am to 10am, so it’s an early start, but that’s part of the fun.
- You’ll find fresh fruit and veg, a butcher and a fish monger all under cover, rain or shine.
- Getting in early means the best selection, and there’s coffee and hot food on site to keep you going.
- Shopping here supports WA growers and wholesalers, and your wallet will thank you too.
Why the Saturday Clearance Market Is a Local Favourite
Most Perth markets are great for a wander, a coffee and a bit of browsing. The Saturday Clearance Market is a little different. This is where Perth Markets wholesalers open their doors to the general public, giving you access to fresh produce, meat and seafood at wholesale prices. In other words, you’re buying from the same source that supplies greengrocers and restaurants across the state, just without the markup.
It’s held at the Perth Markets site at 280 Bannister Road, Canning Vale, the same place that serves as Western Australia’s central produce hub during the week. On Saturday mornings, a stretch of it opens up to anyone who wants to come down and stock up.
Fresh Produce, Meat and Seafood Under One Roof
One of the best things about the Clearance Market is the range. You’re not just picking up a few odds and ends. There are several wholesalers open every Saturday, including a butcher, a fish monger and vegetable retailers. So you can sort out your fruit and veg for the week, grab your meat, and pick up something fresh for the barbecue or a seafood dinner, all in the one trip.
A quick note worth knowing: all meat products at the market are halal, and pork products aren’t available. And because the whole market is under cover, you’re not at the mercy of the weather, which is handy whether it’s a hot Perth summer morning or a wet winter one.
Wholesale Prices, Straight From the Source
The clue is in the name. Because you’re buying directly from wholesalers rather than through a retail middleman, the prices reflect that. It’s a genuinely different way to do your weekly shop, and for families buying in larger quantities, the savings add up. It’s also a chance to see just how much fresh produce moves through WA’s central market each week.
How to Make the Most of Your Saturday Morning
A little planning goes a long way at the Clearance Market. Here’s how the locals do it.
Get There Early
The market runs from 6am to 10am, and that early window is the heart of it. Arriving closer to opening gives you the best pick of produce and the freshest selection before things start to wind down. Yes, it’s an early start, but grabbing your shopping done by mid-morning leaves the rest of your Saturday wide open.
Sort Out Your Entry and Parking
You’ve got two ways in. You can drive in via the Gatehouse off Bannister Road for $5 per vehicle, and once inside you’re welcome to park in any of the blue under cover bays. Or you can come in on foot via the Weekend Market entrance located next to Phoever, which is $2 per person, or $1 for concession, student, pension or senior card holders. Children aged 12 and under enter for free.
Driving in tends to suit a big shop, since you can load straight into the car. If you’re just after a few things, walking in is the cheaper option.
Bring Cash (and a Way to Carry It All)
Not all wholesalers accept EFTPOS, so it pays to bring some cash. There’s an ATM on site at the toilet block at the southern end of the market, and another at the Coles Express in the external carpark if you get caught short. It’s also worth bringing your own bags, boxes or an esky, especially for meat and seafood you’ll want to keep cool on the drive home.
Fuel Up While You Shop
An early start calls for a coffee. You can grab coffee, cold drinks and hot food from the Jumpin’ Beans Cafe in the main carpark, and the fish monger even does fish burgers if you fancy something fresh off the grill. It’s all part of the morning.
A Few Things to Keep in Mind
The Clearance Market is a working produce distribution site, so there are a couple of house rules. It’s a smoke-free market, and if you’ve brought a bike, skateboard, scooter or anything similar, you’ll need to dismount while you’re inside. Pets aren’t able to come in either, as the site operates under strict hygiene regulations during the week, though service animals with documentation are welcome.
Wrapping It Up
If you’ve never done your weekend shop at the Saturday Clearance Market, it’s well worth setting an early alarm for. Fresh produce, meat and seafood at wholesale prices, all under cover, in one easy trip. Bring some cash, get there early, grab a coffee, and see what a Canning Vale Saturday morning is all about. You might just find it becomes your new weekend routine.
For all the latest details, opening times and what’s on, head to the Saturday Clearance Market page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the Saturday Clearance Market open?
The market runs every Saturday morning from 6am to 10am. Getting there early in that window gives you the best selection of fresh produce.
Where is the Saturday Clearance Market held?
It’s at Perth Markets, 280 Bannister Road, Canning Vale, WA 6155, the same site that operates as WA’s central produce market during the week.
How much does it cost to get in?
Vehicle entry is $5 per vehicle via the Gatehouse off Bannister Road, which lets you park inside in the undercover bays. Pedestrian entry is $2 per person, or $1 for concession, student, pension or senior card holders, and children aged 12 and under are free.
What can I buy at the market?
Several wholesalers open every Saturday, including a butcher, a fish monger and vegetable retailers, so you’ll find fresh produce, meat and seafood. All meat products are halal, and pork products aren’t available.
Can I pay by card, or do I need cash?
It’s best to bring cash, as not all wholesalers accept EFTPOS. There’s an ATM on site at the toilet block at the southern end of the market, plus another at the nearby Coles Express.
Can I bring my dog?
Unfortunately not. The site is a produce distribution centre during the week and operates under strict hygiene regulations, so pets aren’t permitted. Service animals with documentation are welcome.
