The holiday season is inching closer and we’re already mapping out our shopping plans. Sydney’s vibrant Christmas markets offer a delightful blend of holiday decorations, seasonal treats, Christmas Candlelight concerts, customised gifts, and all the cosy vibes. Whether you’re on the hunt for artisanal decor or simply craving a holiday dessert, it’s time to join in on the merrymaking and treat yourself and your loved ones to something special. From Mosman to The Rocks, here are some of the best Christmas markets in Sydney to check out this year.
1. Martin Place Christmas Market
Martin Place is set to host a Christmas Market again after a successful run over the last two years. There’s also live music and delicious hot food to look forward to along with jam-packed stalls selling homewares, festive products, gifts, and more under an illuminated market canopy. Find more information here.
📍 Martin Place, Sydney CBD
🕒 Thursday to Sunday on November 28, 39, 30, and December 1 — 11am to 9pm
Thursday to Saturday on December 5-7, 12-14, and 19-21 — 11am to 9pm
2. Le Jolly Christmas Market
For a taste of an authentic French Christmas market, head to the enchanting Le Jolly Market. Visitors will be treated to a festive ambiance complete with charming wooden huts, twinkling lights, and dreamy displays along with traditional food and drink. Live jazz music and falling snowflakes will also be on-site to set the mood. This is one of Sydney’s most popular Christmas markets so don’t miss out.
📍 Customs House, Circular Quay
🕒 December 13 to 22, 2024
3. The Rocks December Market
The Rocks’ Christmas market is the ideal one-stop shop for all your Christmas needs. Expect everything from handmade jewellery to festive treats, along with a range of local, Australian-made goods. Plus, indulge in woodfired pizzas, handmade chocolate, and other holiday treats. Add to that a picturesque harbourside location and plenty of historical charm and you’ve got yourself the perfect weekend out.
📍 George Street and Playfair Street, The Rocks
🕒 November 30 to December 22, 2024
4. Sydney Fish Market 36-Hour Seafood Marathon
The yearly Sydney Fish Market Seafood Marathon has been a Christmas tradition and a summer fixture in Sydney for over 20 years. The markets feature everything from premium and local seafood, fresh produce, and gift shops available on site. You’ll also find a bakery, deli, and bottle shop on-site. Find all the details here and start planning your visit.
📍 Corner Pyrmont Bridge Rd &, Bank St, Pyrmont
🕒 From December 23 until Christmas Eve — 5am to 5pm
5. Carriageworks Christmas Markets
Carriageworks is all set to bring back its Christmas and summer seasonal markets this December with an array of food-inspired giftware, artisanal ceramics, tableware, and festive essentials such as chocolates, wine, and more to get you ready for Christmas. It will take place for one day only with a number of exciting stallholders and baked goods on site.
📍 Carriageworks, 245 Wilson St, Eveleigh NSW 2015
🕒 Saturday, December 21, 8am to 3pm
6. Parramatta Christmas Markets
The streets of Western Sydney will light up this festive season with the delightful Parramatta Christmas Markets. Set to take over the CBD, the markets will feature a festive mix of activities including face painting, hot food, visits from Santa Claus, and much more. Expect live entertainment, artisanal gifts, and an array of delicious seasonal treats to enjoy as you soak in the holiday spirit.
📍 Centenary Square, Parramatta
🕒 December 4, 11 and 18, 7.30am to 2.30pm
7. Kirribilli Markets
The Kirribilli Market is one of Sydney’s oldest and most popular markets. Get all your shopping done in one place with a stacked lineup of over 220 stalls featuring everything from recycled fashion to gifts, homewares, gourmet food, and a lot more. Find more information here.
📍 70-72 Alfred St S, Milsons Point
🕒 First and second Sunday and the fourth Saturday of the month, 8.30am to 3pm
8. Burwood Christmas Market
Shop for gifts, dive into delicious festive eats and drinks, and soak up the busy atmosphere of the suburb at Burwood Christmas Market, a day-long affair that promises a fun time for all.
📍 Burwood Park, Burwood
🕒 Saturday, December 14, 12pm to 9pm
9. Wentworth Point Twilight Christmas Market
Christmas lights under a starlit sky just hit different. If that’s your vibe, get excited for a cosy twilight market set to take place at Wentworth Point with curated shopping and delicious treats on the menu.
📍 Wentworth Point Town Centre, Wentworth Point
🕒 Sunday, December 21, 6pm to 10pm
10. Green Square Christmas Market
Green Square is set to host a lively Christmas market of its own. Twinkling lights, live music, and a variety of stalls filled with unique, locally made gifts are on the menu. Grab a bite from the food trucks, soak in the holiday atmosphere, and keep an eye out—Santa might just drop by.
📍 Wentworth Point Town Centre, Wentworth Point
🕒 Sunday, December 21, 6pm to 10pm
11. Christmas at the Cathedral
The Christmas lights display at St Mary’s Cathedral is one of Sydney’s most beloved holiday traditions. This year, the festivities will return with lights, carols, plenty of food and drink stalls, and stallholders selling holiday gifts.
📍 St Mary’s Cathedral, St Marys Rd, Sydney
🕒 December 12-25, 5.30pm to 10.30pm every night
12. Mosman Twilight Christmas Market
The Mosman Night Market is a vibrant art and craft market featuring over 110 stalls with unique handmade goods, visitors can enjoy gourmet food, live music, and a lively atmosphere. For Christmas, the markets will hold a twilight edition promising an unforgettable evening for all.
📍 Mosman Square & Village Green, Spit Junction
🕒 Thursday, December 12, 4.30pm to 9pm
13. The Cannery Markets
The Cannery Markets are held monthly and feature over 45 stallholders in a warehouse-style space. Expect food, art, craft, jewellery, and much more in an intimate space.
📍 The Cannery, Roseberry
🕒 First Saturday and Sunday of the month,
14. Mona Vale Christmas Market
Residents of the Northern Beaches can head down to the beachside Mona Vale Christmas market for last-minute Christmas shopping, rides, food, markets stalls and loads of fun for the whole family.
📍 Village Park, Mona Vale
🕒 December 15, 10am to 4pm
15. Christmas at Paddy’s Market
Paddy’s Markets are a must-visit all year round and a go-to for Sydneysiders on the hunt for local souvenirs, gifts, vegetables and more. The Christmas edition of the popular markets include gift wrapping, a roaming Santa Claus, festive tattoos and much more. Find more details here.
📍Hay St, Haymarket
🕒 December 13 – 15 and 18 – 22
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