A special iteration of the popular Margaret River Night Markets will arrive at KezaRays Bar on Friday April 12, with organisers promising a family friendly hawkers' market atmosphere to celebrate the grand opening of the venue.
Located on the corner of Bussell Highway and Andrews Retreat (formerly Rosa Brook Road), the venue boasts a large open space which the Night Markets' coordinator Michelle Wright said offered a great spot for a casual dining experience.
"This is the first market at this location, but conversations have already been held about including this location in the scope of regular night markets for the 2019/2020 season," she said. "We would greatly appreciate feedback to see if people would like us to establish a regular summertime world food market here too."
With the final 'summer season' night market held earlier this month but the popularity of the format growing with locals and visitors, alternative avenues for the region's food truck vendors are a top priority.
Crowds flocked to the Memorial Park market each month for the event, which draws diners of all ages keen to sample some of the region's many cultures through food and music.
"This market is a slightly scaled down version of what we do as it's a special market for the grand opening of KezaRay's," explained Ms Wright, adding that an extension to market hours will give diners more chance to enjoy the selections.
"The trading hours have been extended from 5pm to 9pm to meet with the demands of people's requests."
As well as the usual collection of authentic cuisines from around the world, the markets will also feature three live music acts, kids entertainment and a range of local beers, wines and bubbles available from the KezaRay's Bar.
Coordinator Katrina Lombardo said the markets allowed people on all budgets to enjoy a night out.
"The family vibe is amazing, there are people of absolutely every age and all walks of life... I think it's really important that we celebrate our incredibly diverse cultural mix in this part of the world, and what better way to do that than with delicious food and music."
The next Margaret River Night Market is on Friday April 12 from 5pm at KezaRay's Bar (next to Yahava Koffeworks). For info: www.facebook.com/margaretrivernightmarket