Christmas is just around the corner and the excitement is building. Even though Christmas items have been in the major stores since September, it isn’t until after the Melbourne Cup that things start to feel real.
Some of the highlights of the Australian Christmas experience are the vibrant and bustling Christmas markets that pop up across the country. These annual events offer a fantastic selection of Christmas-themed goods, from traditional decorations and festive food to unique gifts and handcrafted treasures. Whether you’re searching for the perfect Christmas tree ornament or a delicious gourmet treat, you’re sure to find something special at a local market.
Local growers’ and Christmas markets in The Hills Shire
Love a good market? If you live in The Hills Shire, you’re in luck. Our area boasts more than the average number of fantastic farmers’ markets and in the lead-up to Christmas, Christmas markets that offer a festive atmosphere and a chance to support local businesses. Here are a few highlights:
- Castle Hill Farmers and Fine Food Market: This popular market, held on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month, features a variety of grower stalls.
Where: Castle Hills Showground When: 8 am to 12 noon - Hills UPmarket: This Sunday monthly market offers a curated selection of unique and handcrafted items, perfect for finding one-of-a-kind Christmas gifts.
Where: at The Terraces, Castle Hill Showground When: 9 am to 2 pm - Sydney Boutique Markets: A favourite with locals, this market selling fashion, accessories, homewares and more from Sydney’s best emerging designers is held on the first Sunday of each month.
Where: Main St, through Rouse Hill Town Centre When: 10 am to 4 pm - Sydney Boutique Markets two-day Christmas market: The pressure is ramping up with this two-day market featuring a wide variety of handcrafted and boutique items.
Where: Rouse Hill Town Centre When: Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 December, 10 am to 4 pm - Danish Church Christmas Market: This charming market, to be held this year on 23 November, features traditional Danish Christmas decorations, food and drinks.
Where: 33-35 Hillcrest Road, Pennant Hills When: 23 November, 9 am to 3 pm
Markets after hours
- Aussie Night Markets: On the first Saturday of the month, head to the Aussie Night Markets to meet up with friends and get your fill of delicious international food.
Where: Castle Hill Showground When: First Saturday of the month, 5 pm to 10 pm - Castle Hill Farmers Market Twilight Events: These special Christmas-themed events offer a festive atmosphere with live music, food trucks and market stalls.
Where: Castle Hill Showground When: 29 November, 4 pm to 8 pm
Other Sydney Christmas markets
In addition to the markets in The Hills Shire, there are several other Sydney Christmas markets worth checking out:
- Carriageworks Christmas Food and Wine Festival: This two-day festive event offers a delicious selection of Christmas-themed food and drinks.
Where: 245 Wilson St, Eveleigh When: 22-24 November - The Rocks Christmas market
This popular market goes into Christmas mode from early December.
Where: George St, The Rocks When: From 2 December to 24 December, 10 am to 6 pm on Saturdays, to 5 pm on Sundays - St Ives Christmas Market: Another two-day event, this popular market features a variety of stalls, including food, drinks and gifts.
Where: 450 Mona Vale Rd, St Ives When: 7 December, 3 pm to 9 pm, 8 December, 10 am to 3 pm - East Lindfield Village Christmas Market: This community market offers a festive atmosphere and a chance to support local businesses.
Where: 9 Wellington Rd When: Sunday 15 December, 9 am to 2 pm
Regional Christmas markets
Why not make a day of it and visit one of the regional markets?
- Kiama Christmas market
Where: 2 Bong Bong St When: Thursday 28 November - Camden Christmas market
Where: Camden Civic Centre, Oxley St When: 17 November, 9 am to 2 pm - Blackheath Public School twilight Christmas markets
Where: 1A Leichhardt St When: Friday 22 November from 5 pm - Central Coast Christmas Fair
Take the family to enjoy the animal farm, face painting, crafting and Santa. With great music and food vendors, there’s something for every age group.
Where: Gosford Showground, Showground Road When: Saturday 30 November, 9 am to 3 pm
Embrace the festive spirit
Visiting a Christmas market is a wonderful way to get into the festive spirit and enjoy the magic of the season. With so many fantastic markets to choose from, there’s sure to be something for everyone. So gather your friends and family and head out to explore the local Christmas markets and discover the perfect gifts and treats to make this holiday season truly memorable.
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