Family Friendly Christmas Markets in South Australia – shop local this Christmas!

Finding that special gift is made easy when you browse the stalls at your local Christmas market.  Many regular markets hold special festive markets that include activities and entertainment as well.   There’s always plenty of variety and something for every budget at a market, from original artwork and homewares, to clothes and toys for kids and family pets. Pick up some handmade decorations for the tree or home-made treats to devour on Christmas day.  

Find a suburban Christmas market from our list below, or make a day of it and head off to one of our regional markets, such as the Barossa, Adelaide Hills or down to the Fleurieu.

If you know of a fabulous Christmas market not on our list yet, let us know by emailing us at hello@playandgo.com.au or let us know here

(this post will be updated regularly as new events are announced)

Carols & Christmas Markets | Prospect | 19 Dec 2026

Get into the festive spirit at Carols & Christmas Markets at St Helens Park in Prospect. Take the whole family ...

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Christmas in the City of Adelaide | 2026

Experience Christmas in the City! Celebrate the most magical time of the year with a jam-packed program of free events, ...

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City of Onkaparinga Christmas Pageant | Christies Beach | 22 Nov 2026

The beloved City of Onkaparinga Christmas Pageant will dazzle the streets of Christies Beach, followed by Christmas in the Park ...

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Fullarton Christmas Fair | 21 & 22 Nov 2026

The Fullarton Christmas Fair, one of Adelaide’s first markets, is back in 2026 at the Fullarton Park Community Centre. With ...

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Gathered Christmas Design Market | Hahndorf | 11-13 Dec 2026

Gathered Christmas Design market is back in Hahndorf this December giving South Australians the opportunity to support local and small ...

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Gawler Christmas Parade & Apex Community Christmas Markets | 28 Nov 2026

The much-loved Villawood Gawler Christmas Parade is returning to Murray Street in partnership with the Apex Community Christmas Twilight Markets ...

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Meander Market on Melbourne Street | North Adelaide | 5 Dec 2026

Just in time for Mother's Day, go along to Meander Market in North Adelaide featuring over 70 stunning artisan stalls, ...

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Minda Community Christmas Carols & Markets | North Brighton | 5 Dec 2026

The annual Community Christmas Carols and Markets event is back on at Minda this December. This year, they are changing ...

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Morgan Christmas Pageant & Fete | 5 Dec 2026

The Lions Club of Morgan & District Inc. will be hosting the annual Morgan Christmas Pageant & Fete on the ...

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Port Pirie Christmas Pageant, Carols & Markets | 5 Dec 2026

The 65th Port Pirie Christmas Pageant will be followed by Carols by Candlelight and include Christmas Twilight Markets. Children and ...

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Prospect Christmas Fair & Carols in the Park | 5 Dec 2026

The Prospect Christmas Fair returns under the stars this December, featuring Prospect Lions Club Carols in the Park. For the ...

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SACWA Christmas Market | Kent Town | 5 Dec 2026

South Australian Country Women's Assoc. (SACWA) Christmas Market. Get into the festive spirit at the South Australian Country Women’s Association ...

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Singing Under the Stars: Parkside Community Carols & Markets | 20 Nov 2026

Singing Under the Stars: Parkside Community Carols & Markets Looking for a magical, free Christmas event for the whole family? ...

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St Clair Carols by Candlelight & Night Market | 19 Dec 2026

St Clair Carols by Candlelight is a much-loved free community Christmas celebration bringing families and the local community together to ...

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Stirling Community Christmas Pageant, Market & Fair | 7 Dec 2025

The Stirling Community Christmas Pageant, Market & Fair is an event that brings joy to the Adelaide Hills each year ...

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Stirling Laneways | Adelaide Hills Market | Sep – May

Stirling Laneways is more than a market. It is a celebration of local village life and the spectacular seasons in ...

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The Handmade Christmas Market | Lobethal | 19 Dec 2026

The Handmade Christmas Market is returning to Lobethal, bigger and brighter than ever before! The Handmade Christmas Market stallholders are ...

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Walkervillage Christmas Fair | Walkerville | 29 Nov 2026

Enjoy the magic and excitement of the annual Walkervillage Christmas Fair. The Walkervillage Christmas Fair is back for 2026 at ...

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Woodside Christmas Pageant, Markets & Fireworks | 10 Dec 2026

Get ready for another awesome Woodside Christmas Parade in the Adelaide Hills, including the Moffett Street Market and a fireworks ...

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CHECK OUT OUR GUIDE TO THE BEST MARKETS AROUND ADELAIDE 

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