If you’re keen to shop local this Christmas – for gifts or a festive feast – there are some great markets coming up in the inner west which might fit the bill.
Here’s a list:
Clay Sydney Ceramics Market
What: Showcasing the work of local artists and designers plus food, live music, flowers and coffee.
When: Saturday December 11, 10am – 3pm
Where: St Luke’s Anglican Church (next to Clay Sydney), 11 Stanmore Road, Enmore
Details: https://www.facebook.com/events/1007285423383485/
Maker’s Market at Marrickville Metro
What: Products from local artisans, curated by Hypmotive. Includes: home decor, fashion, jewellery, lifestyle products and art.
When: Saturday December 11 from 9am – 5.30pm and Sunday December 12 from 10am – 4pm
Where: Marrickville Metro, 20 Smidmore Street, Marrickville. The markets will be located on the ground floor of the new buidling.
Details: https://www.marrickvillemetro.com.au/christmas/maker-s-markets
Maker’s Frontyard Trail
What: This grassroots inner west event will see six front yards transformed into mini-markets, showcasing the wares of 12 local artists and producers.
When: Saturday December 11
Where: Various front yards in the inner west. Follow @makersfrontyard on Instagram for details.
Details: https://theinnerwestmums.com.au/event/makers-frontyard-trail/
Chai Walli Christmas Warehouse Market
What: Chai Walli’s annual warehouse sale for lovers of chai, spices and tea. There’ll be a chai bar on-site too.
When: December 17 9am – 5.30pm, December 18 & 19 10am – 4pm
Where: Chai Walli warehouse, 44 Edward St, Summer Hill
Details: https://www.facebook.com/events/634035574629937
Artisan’s Market Glebe
What: Pick up some unique Christmas gifts made by local artisans. There’s a great little playground (and toilets!) in the park, and Sonoma across the road for coffee and snacks.
When: Saturday December 18, 10am – 5pm
Where: Dr H. J Foley Rest Park, corner of Bridge Rd and Glebe Point Rd, Glebe
Details: https://www.facebook.com/events/914599636120349
Flour Mill Markets Summer Hill
What: The popular Flour Mill Markets are returning for their annual Christmas markets. Pick up some sweet treats, Christmas decorations, clothes and more.
When: Sunday December 19, 9am – 1pm
Where: Flour Mill Way, Summer Hill
Details: @FlourMillMarketsSummerHill on Facebook
Sydney Vegan Markets
What: More than 100 stalls, all vegan. Plus live music. Bring a picnic blanket and don’t forget to BYO cups, utensils and containers.
When: Sunday December 19, 9am – 4pm
Where: Cathy Freeman Park at Sydney Olympic Park
Details: https://www.facebook.com/events/296420962493497/
Twilight Christmas Market at Carriageworks
What: The popular farmers’ market at Carriageworks is hosting its annual Christmas market (pictured at top, image by: Cassandra Hannagan) with fresh produce, flowers and gifts for sale. Plus festive cocktails and food to eat on-site.
When: Wednesday December 22, 4pm – 9pm
Where: Carriageworks, 245 Wilson St, Eveleigh
Details: https://carriageworks.com.au/events/twilight-christmas-market-2021/