The weather is warming, decorations are going up, barbeques are being cleaned and it’s difficult to escape the sounds of a certain Mr Bublé and Madam Carey. Which means one thing… Yes folks, the festive season is upon us.

Whether your love language is cooking or gift giving, or if you just love to stroll through stalls discovering treats and treasures, here are some of the festive markets that are popping up around our inner southside suburbs.

Port's Artisan Christmas Market

With around 150 stalls, Bay Street in Port Melbourne comes alive with its annual Artisan

 Christmas Market. Enjoy live music and discover a range of handmade, locally produced gifts, art pieces, designs, jewellery and more.

Saturday 3 December 2022 | 11 AM to 5 PM | Bay Street, Port Melbourne.

3207port.com.au/blog/christmas2022-event

Space2b Laneway Festive Market

The Laneway Festive Market will be hosting a wide range of multicultural makers, designers and artists showcasing handmade and ethical gifts from around the world.

This is feel-good shopping at its best!

The Laneway Festive Market is run by Space2b in partnership with the wonderful Jorge & Susana from the Urban Creatives.

Sunday 4 December 2022 | 10 AM to 3 PM | 144 Chapel Street, St Kilda.

space2b.com.au/festive-market/

Gasworks Farmers Market

For that final food shop for Christmas, visit Gasworks Farmers Markets for beautiful local produce and great gift ideas. Soak up the vibrant market atmosphere while sampling the very best of local Victorian flavours, directly from Victorian farmers and specialty makers. Be sure to also pop in and say hello to the artists in the Gasworks Resident Artist Studios.

Saturday 17 December 2022 | 8 AM to 1 PM | 21 Graham St, Albert Park.

gasworks.org.au/whats-on/gasworks-farmers-market

Bourne Local Market

Bourne Local Elwood Market is an event for all the family to enjoy with music, friendly stalls and great gourmet foods! With a visit from Father Christmas, festive photo booth and great local music, this is the perfect spot to pick up your Christmas gifts and fresh produce, all while enjoying the village atmosphere of Elwood. 

Take your time and wander around the park and discover one-of-a-kind products from Victorian producers.

Sunday 18 December 2022 | 9.30 AM to 4 PM | located behind Elwood beach, Elwood bathers restaurant and Elwood Life Sailing club.

bourne-local.com.au/elwood-market-elwood-park/

St Kilda Esplanade Market

The Christmas count down begins... Don't miss your chance to buy that very special and one-off gift for Christmas from the Market makers.

The St Kilda Esplanade Market will have Santa and his friends visiting in December plus a whole lot of other family fun activities to enjoy. Shop Handmade, unique and local this Christmas.

Sundays in December | 10 AM to 5 PM | The Esplanade, St Kilda.

stkildaesplanademarket.com.au

Christmas at South Melbourne Market

This December, the Market will come alive with festive fun! There is loads happening from festive decorations, free live music and roving performances, competitions and fun for the whole family. Santa will also be dropping in before the big day so make sure to come down for a photo and to let him know what's on your wish list this Christmas.

South Melbourne Market will open its doors for four days straight in the lead up to Christmas Day from Wednesday 21 through to Christmas Eve, Saturday 24 December.

Wednesday 8 am to 4 pm, Friday 8 am to 5 pm, Saturday 8 am to 4 pm, Sunday 8 am to 4 pm | corner of Coventry and Cecil Streets in South Melbourne.

southmelbournemarket.com.au/news/christmas-at-the-market

The Trust Market

The Trust Makers’ Market is all about showcasing lovingly handmade art, design and tasty treats across at the gorgeous Rippon Lea Estate. Expect to find a sea of marquees, an inspiring market atmosphere and products ranging from artworks, jewellery, clothing, homewares, homegrown goods and much more. It's the perfect place for a fun day out with the family so bring a picnic rug and make a day of it.

Sunday 18 December | 10 AM to 3 PM | 192 Hotham St, Ripponlea.

trustmarket.com.au

Twilight Shopping at Elwood Village

It's not technically a market, but Santa will be making a special appearance for Twilight Shopping at Elwood Village between 4.30 pm  and 6.30 pm. Grab your Christmas gifts from Elwood as local traders keep their doors open into the warm summer night with special offers.

This event will also feature competitions to keep the kids entertained (Participating stores only).

Thursday 1 December 2022 | 4 pm to 9 pm | Elwood Village, Elwood.

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If you can’t make any of the markets, remember there are many local traders to discover along many of our vibrant streets, so this Christmas, support your community and shop local!