Pop-up flea market at a brewery, cafe or shopping centre

Stallholders pay a fee per stall. Some venues take a share of fees or ask for none because the market brings customers in.

Stall fees, sometimes split with the venue, with lower costs than a hired site. Smaller markets of 10 to 25 stalls can run every few weeks.

• Pitching to local businesses
• Selecting a good mix of sellers
• Social media promotion
• Clear communication and agreements

• Public liability insurance, and check whether the venue's cover includes your event
• Whether the venue's planning approval allows market trading, which is a council matter to check
• Written agreement with the venue so they cannot cancel or change terms at short notice
• Food and drink rules if sellers offer anything edible, check with your local council
• Check second-hand goods rules in your state to avoid stolen goods being sold

Startup costs are typically estimated at around $300 to $1,500, depending on the venue arrangement and how you promote the market. Partnering with an existing venue means there is little to set up.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $300 to $1,500, depending on how many stalls you fill and your fees. Some venues take a share of fees or ask for none because the market brings customers in.

Check public liability insurance and whether the venue's cover includes your event, and whether the venue's planning approval allows market trading. Get a written agreement, check food and drink rules with your council, and check your state's second-hand goods rules.