Are you on the look out for Christmas Markets in Adelaide, SA? You’ve come to the right place! Over the past couple of years, we’ve visited some of the most festive Christmas Markets in Adelaide. We’ve compiled this list so that you, too, can visit them, and partake in the joy you get from supporting small businesses.
From Christmas Carols, to traditional holiday dishes, even seeing Santa! There are so many possibilities at Christmas Markets. It’s the perfect play to spend time with your family.
Christmas Markets for Families in Adelaide
Here are the best Christmas markets in Adelaide for kids! No better way to spend time with your family these holidays.
Community Christmas Carols and Markets
After three long years, the Community Christmas Carols and Markets are back in North Brighton for the holiday season! Enjoy festive live music and assorted seasonal food as you stroll around the market stalls. The big man himself came all the way from the North Pole for this occasion- keep your eyes peeled. I heard he’ll be wearing red!
A gold coin donation is needed for entry. Check out the Community Christmas Carols and Markets website to find out more information.
When: 2nd December
Address: 12 – 16 King George Ave, North Brighton
Hewett Christmas Market
Held annually at the beloved Hewett Centre, the Hewett Christmas Markets are back again this year to bring you and your family all the holiday cheer. Swing buy and collect all your Christmas shopping with the locally sourced, handmade goods sold by small businesses. As for food, there is an onsite cafe and food trucks and stalls available. Bring the kids to get their face painted, or to play in the fun zone.
Entry is free. For more information, check out the Hewett Christmas Market website.
Address: 28 Kingfisher Drive, Hewett, SA
When: 3rd December
Gathered Christmas Markets
This year, the Gathered Christmas Markets are coming back bigger and better than ever. With even more stalls than the last couple of years, Gather’s making sure that you and your family make the most of this year’s holiday season. The area is pet friendly, so your dogs can enjoy the paw-fect Christmas joy with you.
Entry cost is $3, with part proceeds donated to the Love Out Loud Kids Free association. To find out more, visit the Gathered Christmas Market website.
Address: 102 Mt Barker Road (Main Street), Hahndorf
When: 8th, 9th, and 10th December
Hahndorf Christkindlmarkt
Christkindlmarkt is an annual, traditionally European style market hosted in Hahndorf. This festive event captures the spirit of community, family, celebration, fun, and laughter that is typical to a European market. However, it does so in the warm Aussie setting. Bring your family, and enjoy different types of festivities for the night.
Entry is free. For more details, visit the Christkindlmarkt website.
Address: Cnr Main Street & Auricht Road Hahndorf
When: 15th, 16th, and 17th December
Markets at the Mill Christmas Special
Markets at the Mill is hosting their annual Christmas Special market, lasting over the course of two days. What a treat! Offering a variety of FREE activities for your children, including gingerbread decorating, mini golf, giant guess who, and so much more! I heard a rumor even Santa himself will be making an appearance. For the adults, there’s over 90 local businesses present, perfect for Christmas shopping.
Entry is free. For more details, check out the Markets at the Mill Facebook.
If you’re looking for more things to do on the holidays, check out our list of school holiday activities in Adelaide.
Address: 9a Mundy street, Port Adelaide
When: 16th and 17th December
Christmas Twilight Market at Vergeside
With a collection of over 70 festive stalls, the Vergeside Christmas Twilight Markets return this year on the Foreshore at Largs Bay. Come see the children’s markets, where young entrepreneurs with big dreams will be showcasing their handmade goods. This market is pet friendly, so bring your fur babies!
Entry is free. For more details check out the Vergeside Christmas Twilight Market website.
Where: Largs Bay Foreshore, Lady Gowie Drive, Largs Bay
When: 16th December
Adelaide Hills Twilight Christmas Market
This year, the Adelaide Hills Twilight Christmas Market will celebrate the festive season on the 20th of December. There will be live music played by For The Love of Music School students, Choir Cecilia, and Harmmumies. The kids are sure to enjoy Farmer Darcy’s Travelling Farm.
Entry is free. To find out more, visit the Adelaide Hills Twilight Christmas Market website.
Address: 23 Mann Street, Mount Barker
When: 20th December
Best Christmas Markets in Adelaide for Kids
We hope you’ve enjoyed this list, and cannot wait to see what you think of these Christmas Markets in Adelaide.
