With over 70 traders under one roof, the Market is making it easy with your one-stop destination for all things festive this season and is open right up until Christmas, including Sunday 21 December and from 7am Monday 22, Tuesday 23 (until 7pm!) and Wednesday 24 December (Christmas Eve).
FREE for the kids
With Christmas just around the corner, there’s something for even the littlest foodies with a series of festive craft activities and facepainting throughout the month. Whether your child loves to create or decorate, these workshops are the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit or create a gift for your loved ones. And they’re completely free and bookings aren’t required!
- Saturday 6,13, 20 & 27 December Face painting
- Tuesday 16 December Gingerbread cooking and decorating demonstration
- Thursday 18 December Christmas Art workshop
- Friday 19 December Christmas Art workshop
Entertainment
Soak up the fun and festive atmosphere while shopping with free live music throughout December – including joyful carols by the Australian Girls’ Choir, Adelaide String Duo, and a line-up of talented musicians from Music SA, as well as roving Christmas elves spreading cheer during Christmas week.
Shoppers can also receive 3 hours free parking across the road at UPark Grote and Andrew, just a short walk across from the Market on Saturday 20, Sunday 21 and Saturday 27 December. Plus, there’s plenty of additional parking options within a 3-minute walk!
The Market home delivery service will also be delivering Christmas straight to your door if you can’t make it in person.
Festive trading hours
The most magical time of the year is just around the corner! From SA seafood to fruit mince pies and one-of-a-kind gifts, the Market has everything you need to make your festive season truly special. Get ready to soak up the tastes and sounds of the season and plan your visit during their Christmas Trading Hours!
Saturday 20 December – 7:00am – 3:00pm
Sunday 21 December – 9:00am – 3:00pm*
Monday 22 December – 7:00am – 5:30pm
Tuesday 23 December – 7:00am – 7:00pm
Wednesday 24 December (Christmas Eve) – 7:00am – 3:00pm
Thursday 25 December (Christmas Day) – Closed
Friday 26 December (Proclamation Day) – Closed
Saturday 27 December – 7:00am – 3:00pm
Sunday 28 December – Closed
Monday 29 December – 9:00am – 3:00pm*
Tuesday 30 December – 7:00am – 5:30pm
Wednesday 31 December (New Years Eve) – 7:00am – 3:00pm
Thursday 1 January 2026 (New Years Day) – Closed
Normal Trading Hours Resume
Friday 2 January – 7:00am – 9:00pm
Saturday 3 January – 7:00am – 3:00pm
*Optional trading, range of traders
For more information on Christmas at the Adelaide Central Market: adelaidecentralmarket.com.au/christmas
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