Not sure what to do this Valentine's Day. Sometimes the best answer is to skip the rigid plans and head somewhere that lets the evening unfold naturally.
Like the Byron Twilight Market
Held every Saturday night at Railway Park, right in the centre of town, this popular Saturday market falls on Valentine's Day this year, Saturday 14th February to be exact!
Running from 4pm to 9pm, it is the kind of plan that works whether you are celebrating with a partner, catching up with friends, heading out with the family or enjoying a solo evening under the stars.
From late afternoon onwards, people arrive at their own pace. Some come early for a wander, others drift in closer to dinner and many end up staying longer than planned. Food stalls fire up, conversations start and the park settles into the easy rhythm the Twilight Market is known for.
According to Carl Taylor, Byron Markets Manager, that sense of ease is exactly what makes the markets such a natural fit for Valentine’s Day.
“Valentine’s Day can come with a lot of pressure, people feel like it has to be planned, booked and polished. At the Byron Twilight Market, you can just turn up and enjoy the night as it unfolds.”
The atmosphere encourages those unplanned moments that often become the highlights of the night. Sharing food from different stalls, discovering a handmade piece, bumping into familiar faces or simply lingering to enjoy the music.
Free live music is a key part of the experience, with local musician Guy Kachel providing the soundtrack for the evening. His blues and roots inspired sound adds warmth to the night and helps set a relaxed pace.
“The free music at the market really brings people together. It helps shape the night without taking over. People slow down, stay longer and enjoy being part of it.”
One of the defining qualities of the Byron Twilight Market is how inclusive it feels. There is no single version of what Valentine’s Day should look like here. Couples, friends, families and solo visitors all fit naturally into the space.
“Our markets are for everyone. You do not need a partner or a plan. Valentine’s Day is just another reason to come along.”
With no bookings required and plenty of room to move, the Byron Twilight Market offers a Valentine’s Day that feels easy, welcoming and very Byron.
What: Byron Twilight Market
When: Every Saturday Night
Time: 4pm - 9pm
Where: Railway Park
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