Local Christmas markets are in no short supply in Canberra during the most magical time of the year, offering unique gifts and supporting local makers. Here are just a few worth checking out.
Christmas at The Little Burley Market
When: Saturdays in December 9am-1.30pm
Where: Queen Elizabeth Terrace, Parkes
After opening in September, The Little Burley Market will run its inaugural Christmas markets every Saturday until Christmas Eve for the exceptionally last-minute shoppers.
Grab brunch or lunch after a stroll or bike ride around the lake, then wander through more than 60 stalls offering one-of-a-kind items from local foodies, farmers and makers.
Free parking is available and festive activities will run each Saturday to keep the little ones entertained in the lead up to Christmas.
To find out more, visit thelittleburleymarket.com.au
Handmade Canberra Christmas Market
When: Friday 9 December 5-9pm, Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 December 10am-4pm
Where: EPIC, Flemington Rd, Mitchell
Handmade Canberra’s Christmas Market will host over 250 stallholders onsite this year, and for the first time, will include a low-sensory Christmas shopping hour for customers with sensitivities.
Shop for original works across fashion, jewellery, skincare, homewares, food and drinks, arts and more, all brought to you by local and regional makers.
Following the success of Handmade Canberra’s new low sensory shopping hour, the Christmas Market will open from 9am on Sunday only, prior to the general public opening at 10am. Lighting, sound, and smells will be reduced for this specific time period. For more information on the low sensory shopping hour, visit handmadecanberra.com.au/low-sensory-shopping/
Handmade Friday night will also run during the Christmas weekend, for shopping after work, followed by a bite in the food hall or a drink in the bar area.
Visit handmadecanberra.com.au for more information.
Christmas Village Markets
When: Sundays 4, 11 and 18 December 9am-2pm
Where: Haig Park, Braddon
At the Haig Park Village Markets, you can find a Summer Festive Drinks Garden, local talents carolling, and festive stalls to delight your senses.
Browse an enticing selection of culinary delicacies, Christmas trees, fresh produce, Christmas hams, mince pies, handmade jewellery, decorations, puddings, and more – a Christmas scene set amongst the pines of Haig Park.
Kids can craft their own gingerbread ornaments to hang on the tree or meet the big man in red himself.
To learn more, visit haigparkvillagemarkets.com.au
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