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Get into the festive spirit and hit up the Gold Coast’s best Christmas markets

Get into the festive spirit and hit up the Gold Coast’s best Christmas markets

The most wonderful time of the year is almost here and with it comes a sleigh full of Christmas markets. Purchasing pressies from local Christmas markets pretty much generates nothing but positives – you get to pick up unique things that your friends and family will love, as well as supporting local makers and creators with your patronage (and not to mention getting to avoid shopping centre car parks as a sweet little bonus). If you’re searching for gifts with a little more heart this year, save this round-up of the Gold Coast's best Christmas markets and cross some names off your nice list.


The Village Markets, Burleigh Heads State School – Sunday December 3, Thursday December 7 (Robina Town Centre) and Sunday December 17
When it comes to buying local, it’s hard to go past The Village Markets (TVM) at Burleigh Heads State School. Kicking off from 8:30 am to 1:00 pm, we strongly recommend carving out a good chunk of time to wander the stalls at leisure. When you’ve crossed everyone off your list (including a little something for yourself), nab a shady spot under a tree and soak in the live tunes. If you’re a nocturnal shopper, head to the Twilight TVM Christmas Pop-Up at Robina Town Centre on Thursday December 7.  Your favourite TVM stallholders will be slinging festive goodies, plus there will be live music under the lights, craft workshops, a Santa visit, face painting, a glitter bar, and a cocktail bar.

GCPA 2023 Christmas Markets, Gold Coast Potters Association, Benowa – Sunday December 10
The Gold Coast Potters’ popular Christmas Market is back again this year, with stalls featuring handmade creations by local artists. You’ll find everything from ceramic pieces to jewellery, sculptures, glass creations, textiles and more. There will be food stalls (and most importantly, coffee!), live music and great vibes. It’s the perfect place to get a cracking start on your Christmas shopping.

Christmas Twilight Markets, Surfers Paradise – Saturday December 9
Surfers Paradise Beachfront Markets will be hosting a Christmas pop-up market on Saturday December 9 from 4:00–9:00 pm. Expect toe-tapping entertainment, unique handmade gifts, artisan provisions and kids activities galore. There will even be a visit from the big man himself!

Gold Coast Christmas Markets, Broadwater Parklands – December 15-17
This twilight Christmas market is the perfect way to get set for the season. Held at the Broadwater Parklands from December 15 to December 19, the Christmas markets will run from 4:00–10:00 pm daily. Expect to be met by more than 100 stalls offering everything you need for a very special Christmas indeed. Plus, kids will love the rides, roaming characters and glittering lights, while the whole family can enjoy the delicious gourmet Christmas foods!

Twilight Christmas Country Markets, Tamborine Mountain – Friday November 24
Tamborine’s biggest Christmas market is back this November! Discover unique gifts, festive decorations, and so much more from carefully curated local vendors at the Bearded Dragon Hotel’s Twilight Christmas Country Markets. Kids can post their letters to Santa, live music will fill the air and furry friends like donkeys and alpacas will make an appearance. There will also be food trucks and special Christmas cocktails, so make sure you flip a coin on who will be designated driver!

Christmas at Dreamworld Night Market, Coomera – every Friday and Saturday night in December until Christmas
Every Friday and Saturday in December until Christmas, the team at Dreamworld are getting in the festive spirit with the Dreamworld Night Market. From 5:00–9:00 pm, you can expect food trucks, market stalls, live Christmas tunes, Christmas movies on the big screen, and so much more. Entry is $2 or free for kids and Dreamworld pass-holders.

Runaway Bay Soccer Club Christmas Market, Runaway Bay – Saturday November 25
Northern Gold Coasters, this one is for you! The second annual Runaway Bay Soccer Club Christmas Market is just around the corner, and guests can once again expect an array of fantastic stalls to get the Christmas vibe really going! There will also be Santa photos and live music filling the air.

TAFE Queensland Christmas Market, Robina – Thursday November 16
Immerse yourself in the holiday spirit as you wander through rows of beautifully adorned stalls, each with its unique treasures and handcrafted wonders at the TAFE Queensland Christmas Market. There will be everything from candles and jewellery to handmade yoga mats, doggy treats and much more! This festive celebration at the TAFE Robina Campus will have you embracing the spirit of the season.

DRM Pop-up Christmas Market, Eagleby – Saturday November 25
The BrisStyle crew is renowned for its commitment to supporting local artists, so if you’re keen to show some love to local makers this year, with a side of festive fun then the DRM pop-up Christmas market is the place to do it. Distillery Road Market in Eagleby (halfway between Brisbane and the Gold Coast) will come alive with stalls stocked to the brim with handmade goodies – you won’t find anything imported, offshore, on-sold or mass-produced here. Add in some live music and street eats and you’ve got yourself a jolly good food lovers shopping experience.

If you’re up for a little road trip up the M1, take a peek at our list of Brisbane’s best festive markets

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