Enjoy the experience of shopping at local markets in the lead up to Christmas. There’s a variety of markets to enjoy in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and the Hunter. Find unique Christmas gifts and treats, local fruit and vegetables and enjoy live entertainment and food.
Lake Macquarie City Farmers Market
Saturday 28 November 2020 from 7am to 1pm at Speers Point Park
Lake Macquarie City Farmers Market is a showcase of the best and freshest produce and gourmet delights from our local farmers & artisan makers. Buy direct from Newcastle’s local farmers /makers. More information
HMC Christmas Market
Saturday 28 November 2020 from 8am to 8pm at Waratah-Mayfield Men’s Shed
Thanks to the support of The Newcastle Beacon, the Hunter Multicultural Communties and our Community Garden and Waratah-Mayfield Men’s Shed are hosting a full-day market day! All of their stalls are local people selling their wares and there’s a diverse range: Clothing, delicious food, knickabrack, woodwork, kids toys and more. There will also be information stalls for a selection of local non-for-profits, and (availability depending) a visit from Santa. More information
Homegrown Christmas Market at The Station
Saturday 28 November 2020 from 9am to 2pm at The Station Newcastle
Homegrown markets return to relaunch The Station, Newcastle with unique stalls for Christmas shopping. The market includes handmade and eco focused shopping, local foodies & coffee, live music, and fun for the whole family. The event is #covidsafe so maintain physical distance and stay home if feeling unwell. More information
Olive Tree Market Virtual Christmas Market
Saturday 28 November 2020 from 9am to 9pm online
The Olive Tree Market is holding its Virtual Christmas Market. Discover a collective of amazing makers, creators, artists, designers, and gourmet food producers, for a special market day! The Virtual Market will debut new Olive Tree makers, introduce you to talented emerging artists, as well as showcasing the work of lots of their favourite creatives from Newcastle and beyond! There will be discounts, special offers, Maker Q&A’s Sessions on Facebook Live throughout the day, and an intimate live music performance to sit back and enjoy. Shop local and creative this Christmas at Olive Tree! More information
Newcastle City Farmers Market
Sunday 29 November 2020 from 7am to 1pm at Newcastle Showground
Newcastle City Farmers Market is a showcase of the best and freshest produce and gourmet delights from our local farmers & artisan makers. Buy direct from Newcastle’s local farmers /makers. More information
Christmas Youth Market
Saturday 5 December 2020 from 1pm to 5pm at Hunter Multicultural Community Hall in Waratah
Come and enjoy a day of shopping of all sorts of creative and quirky good (jewellery, scrunchies, candles, artworks, cupcakes and much more), and discover local musicians and artists all the while supporting our local young creatives and entrepreneurs at Christmas Youth Market 2020. This market is proudly brought to you by Hunter Futurepreneurs, Young Artisans Marketplace, NSW Youth Week, Hunter Multicultural Communities and Newcastle Youth Council. More information
Newcastle City Farmers Market
Sunday 6 December 2020 – TBA
Newcastle City Farmers Market is a showcase of the best and freshest produce and gourmet delights from our local farmers & artisan makers. Buy direct from Newcastle’s local farmers /makers. More information
Christmas Fair by the Lake
Sunday 6 December 2020 from 11am to 6:30pm at Toronto Lions Park
Enjoy a Christmas Fair in Toronto Lions Park where local business, organisations and market vendors will turn the park into a Christmas shopping destination with all the sights, tastes and smells of Christmas. There will be entertainment in the park throughout the the fair
Homegrown Christmas Market at Speers Point Park
Sunday 6 December 2020 from 10am to 2pm at Speers Point Park
The Homegrown markets in Speers Point markets are a celebration of all things handmade, eco focused or designed by their wonderful stall holders. It’s held every second and fourth Sunday by the lake at Speers Point Park. Join them for a family friendly event which includes kids activities, unique shopping, delicious food, coffee, live music and awesome park facilities. More information
Lake Macquarie City Farmers Market
Saturday 12 December 2020 from 7am to 1pm at Speers Point Park
Lake Macquarie City Farmers Market is a showcase of the best and freshest produce and gourmet delights from our local farmers & artisan makers. Buy direct from Newcastle’s local farmers /makers. More information
Homegrown Christmas Market at The Station
Saturday 12 December 2020 from 9am to 2pm at The Station Newcastle
Homegrown markets return to at The Station, Newcastle with unique stalls for Christmas shopping. The market includes 100+ handmade and eco focused shopping, local foodies & coffee, live music, and fun for the whole family. The event is #covidsafe so maintain physical distance and stay home if feeling unwell. Parking – closest option is Foreshore Park (paid) or park free all day at Throsby Car Park (42 Honeysuckle Drive) and make your way via light rail or stroll along the foreshore. More information
Homegrown Hunter Valley Christmas Market at Bimbadgen
Sunday 13 December 2020 from 10am to 2pm at Bimbadgen
Homegrown Markets are heading to Bimbadgen in the Hunter Valley with unique stalls for Christmas shopping. The market includes 1 handmade and eco focused shopping, delicious food, Bimbadgen ourdoor bar, live music, and fun for the whole family. The event is #covidsafe so maintain physical distance and stay home if feeling unwell. More information
Newcastle City Farmers Market
Sunday 13 December 2020 from 7am to 1pm at Newcastle Showground
Newcastle City Farmers Market is a showcase of the best and freshest produce and gourmet delights from our local farmers & artisan makers. Buy direct from Newcastle’s local farmers /makers. More information
Homegrown Christmas Twilight Market at Speers Point Park
Wednesday 16 December 2020 from 4pm to 8pm at Speers Point Park
The Homegrown markets in Speers Point markets are a celebration of all things handmade, eco focused or designed by their wonderful stall holders. It’s held every second and fourth Sunday by the lake at Speers Point Park. Join them for a family friendly event which includes kids activities, unique shopping, delicious food, coffee, live music and awesome park facilities. More information
Newcastle City Farmers Market
Sunday 20 December 2020 from 7am to 1pm at Newcastle Showground
Newcastle City Farmers Market is a showcase of the best and freshest produce and gourmet delights from our local farmers & artisan makers. Buy direct from Newcastle’s local farmers /makers. More information
Newcastle City Farmers Market
Thursday 24 December 2020 TBA at Newcastle Showground
Newcastle City Farmers Market is a showcase of the best and freshest produce and gourmet delights from our local farmers & artisan makers. Buy direct from Newcastle’s local farmers /makers. More information
Newcastle Food & Flower Market
Thursday 24 December 2020 from 8am to 2pm at Sandgate
Newcastle Food & Flower Market presents their Big Christmas Market. More information
Want more ideas for Christmas fun including family-friendly Christmas events in Newcastle and the Hunter? Visit the Newy with Kids Guide to Christmas
Started in late 2012 by a local mum and newcomer to Newcastle, Newy with Kids has grown into a thriving go-to family guide for the Newcastle & Hunter region. Parents visit the Newy with Kids website to find things to do with babies, kids and teens. Whether it’s local attractions, upcoming events, kids eat free, school holiday activities or birthday party ideas, Newy with Kids is the best website for local parents to find local kid-friendly activities and information 24/7.
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