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Christmas Markets in Melbourne 2023
If you’re on the hunt for unique Christmas presents in 2023 from local businesses in Victoria, you’re in luck. Melbourne is thriving with Christmas-themed markets in the coming months leading up to Christmas. It’s the perfect opportunity to support local artisans and businesses while also enjoying a fun family day out.
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Heide Christmas Market
Heide Christmas Market is set on the beautiful grounds of the Heide Museum of Modern Art Sculpture Park. The Market is the perfect place to shop for beautifully handcrafted goods and yummy treats. It’s a great day out for the whole family.
Date: 9 & 10 December 2023
Time: 10 am–3 pm
Location: 7 Templestowe Road, Bulleen
Price: FREE
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Christmas Twilight Market
The District Docklands will host a Christmas Twilight Market in December. Families can enjoy live music, pop-up food, art and more. Market stalls will be filled with a variety of art, craft, jewellery, homewares, food and last-minute Christmas gift ideas. The District is a pet-friendly place, and you’ll discover stalls filled with treats, accessories, and even stylish outfits for your four-legged pals.
Date: 17 December 2023
Time: 11 am – 4 pm
Location: The District Docklands, 440 Docklands Drive, Docklands
Price: FREE
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Trust Makers’ Christmas Market
Shop for local handmade gifts from over 100 talented makers at this year’s Christmas Market at Rippon Lea Estate. Strolls through a selection of local makers, crafters and growers showcasing quality goods in giftware, art, jewellery, fashion, tasty treats and more.
Date: 17 December 2023
Time: 10 am – 4 pm
Location: Rippon Lea Estate, 192 Hotham Street, Elsternwick
Price: gold coin entry
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The Big Design Market Melbourne
The Big Design Market will return to the Royal Exhibition Building, Carlton on 1 – 3 December 2023. The market features over 250 exciting exhibitors selling designer homewares, hand-made ceramics, limited-edition art prints, Australian-made fashion, unique jewellery, stationery and much more.
Date: 1 – 3 December 2023
Time:
Friday 1 Dec, 11 am – 8 pm
Saturday 2 Dec, 10 am – 7 pm
Sunday 3 Dec, 10 am – 5 pm
Location: Royal Exhibition Building, Carlton.
Price: $6 online or $8 at the door. Kids under 12 years are FREE.
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Boho Luxe Market: Christmas Edition
Arriving just in time for your Christmas shopping, the Boho Luxe Market showcases the creations of Melbourne’s most skilled jewellers, fashion designers, illustrators, artists, and artisans. Immerse yourself in creative workshops and experience psychic readings during the day.
Date: 10 December 2023
Time: 10 am – 4 pm
Location: The Atrium, Federation Square, Swanston St & Flinders St
Price: FREE
St Kilda Esplanade Market – Christmas Market
Treat yourself or loved ones with something unique this Christmas from the St Kilda Esplanade Market. Meet Santa and his merry Elf, from 10.30 am to 1.30 pm, who are making a special stop.
Date: Sunday 10 December 2023
Time: 10 am – 5 pm
Location: St Kilda Esplanade
Price: FREE
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Twilight Christmas Market at Bunjil Place
Bunjil Place Christmas Market will be back in 2023, with over 70 stalls, The Little Folk from The Little Folk Market has everything covered from fashion, jewellery, accessories, homewares, ceramics, textiles, art prints, stationary, kids, lifestyle products and food from local artisans, creatives and makers.
Date: Saturday 2 December 2023
Time: 3 – 9 pm
Location: Bunjil Place Plaza, 2 Patrick Northeast Drive, Narre Warren
Price: Free
Alliance Française Xmas Market
The Alliance Française Xmas Market is returning, now at Spring Place. Start your festive season in style by attending this unique French Xmas Market, featuring delicious French food like crepes and raclette, alongside a collection of French-themed Christmas gifts.
Date & Time:
Friday 1 December 11 am – 9 pm
Saturday 2 December 10 am – 9 pm
Sunday 3 December 10 am – 4 pm
Location: Madame Brussels Lane near 50 Lonsdale St, Melbourne
Price: Free
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We try our best to provide accurate information on kid-friendly events around Victoria but do recommend parents check details directly to confirm dates, times, prices as some details may be subject to change.
