Three hundred and twenty festival-goers caught a free ferry from Belmont, Toronto and Valentine courtesy of Bill and Sue Gibson from Belmont Christian College, who run the school's ferry service.

Mrs Gibson said that in their four years operating during the festival this year was the most busy.

"We even had to leave people behind because the boat was too full," she said.

As a part of this year's food theme, many stallholders pledged to improve their environmental footprints and avoid food waste, with festival attendees doing the same at the Selfie Booth.

There was something for anyone with stalls ranging from growing your own organic food to solar power and weed control.

Plant lovers were able to pick up two free native plants with 3506 given away by Lake Macquarie City Council.

With an active Play Zone kids were able to meet the Jolly Pirates, get their face painted and even meet the reptiles from Wetlands on Wheels.

Lake Macquarie Farmers Market joined the festival again this year showcasing a wide array of products.

First-time stallholder Tony Lewis, of Murrays Beach, said the festival was a great opportunity to debut his products.

Mr Lewis sold more than 100 of his Mozzie Munchers mosquito coil holders.

There are 10 animal-shaped designs available ranging from a turtle to his newest design, an owl.

"Hopefully I'll be back next year. I'd love to get involved with other markets too."