Best Christmas Markets In Joburg 2025

CALLING ALL JOBURGERS! ITS OFFICIALLY MARKET TIME – FESTIVE SEASON CHRISTMAS MARKET TIME THAT IS! The festive season is officially in full swing & Christmas is right around the corner, which means the glorious ‘City of Gold’ has gone into full festive season & Christmas celebration mode – and what better way to immerse yourself in all the fabulous festive cheer than embarking on the ultimate Christmas-market-hopping adventure?

Round up all your favourite people & dive headfirst into the jolly Jozi festive season magic as you visit & explore the most dazzling Christmas markets in & around Joburg! A bustling hub of creativity, art, culture, culinary pursuits, entertainment & everything in between – this vibrant city is absolutely buzzing with some of the VERY best Christmas markets – each offering a unique market experience that will undoubtedly have you coming back for more again & again!

‘Tis the season to be jolly – and trust us, these markets deliver! From twinkling lights, bespoke crafts, curated collections, one-of-a-kind finds, endless treasures waiting to be discovered & a vibrant mix of stalls to incredible LIVE entertainment, artisanal eats & treats & plenty of fun to keep the little ones grinning from ear to ear – Get ready to shop, snack, sing & celebrate your way into the most wonderful time of the year!

#The Grand Pop Up: Christmas Is in the Air Market

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Photo credit: The Grand Pop Up

With festive season just around the corner, there’s no better place to get started on your Christmas shopping than at one of Joburg’s most highly anticipated festive shopping experiences – The Grand Pop Up: Christmas Is in the Air Market! Happening this Saturday & Sunday – the 22nd of November 2025 & 23rd of November 2025 – this beautifully curated weekend pop up is just the place to find Christmas gifts whilst celebrating local craftsmanship, small businesses & community spirit!

This year brings together over 35 local designers, artisans & small businesses for two days of festive shopping, music, food, drinks & celebration at the elegant Royal Johannesburg Golf Club in Linksfield! Showcasing an exquisite array of local handcrafted treasures along with a vibrant mix of décor, jewellery, fashion, self-care, beauty, eats, treats & delicious food & drinks – all carefully selected to capture the spirit of the season & help you tick off your festive gifting lists – The Grand Pop Up Market truly is your one-stop shop for all things fabulous & festive!

This premier festive shopping extravaganza also gives market-goers the perfect opportunity to explore local talent & find hidden gems, all while enjoying a lively atmosphere! **Don’t miss out on the ultimate festive market experience filled with laughter, browsing & maybe even a little indulgence, where every corner beckons with sumptuous offerings waiting to be discovered!

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#Vintage Décor & Christmas Gift Show

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Photo credit: Pretoria Vintage / Decor & Gift Show

This December, Joburg’s festive spirit comes alive at Design Quarter with one of the season’s most anticipated events!

South Africa’s BIGGEST Vintage Décor & Gifting Show is returning to the Design Quarter Shopping Centre in Fourways, Sandton this festive season on the 6th & 7th of December 2025for the ULTIMATE Christmas Fair Extraordinaire! This special festive show is bringing a myriad of Christmas-themed goodies, decorations & crafts to browse from before Christmas Day & delightful food to indulge in!

Discover stalls & tables laden with festive treasures – from charming, handcrafted trinkets, Christmas décor, candles, crystal glasses, porcelain dinner services, decanters & beautiful fresh flowers to gourmet deli favourites, rows of tasty treats, delightful bakes & cakes, stunning jewellery, fabulous fashion, tons of stocking fillers + SO MUCH MORE!

THAT’S NOT ALL! The Vintage Décor & Christmas Gift Show invites you to indulge in their unique & not-to-be-missed Gin, Waffles & Seafood experiences, browse a massive thrift & branded fashion sale & relish in the magical sounds of carols & timeless Christmas classics as you enjoy your fabulous festive season shopping with family & friends! There will also be several gift-wrapping stations as well as TONS of fun & thrilling family entertainment & activities to be enjoyed by ALL!

PLUS, come hungry & treat yourself to some delicious bites from a vast & wonderful array of food stalls, or, alternatively, you can enjoy a fantastic sit-down meal at the Vintage Décor & Gifting Show’s various amazing onsite eateries & food court! **Make it a Christmas to remember – only at Design Quarter!

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#Bryanston Christmas Moonlight Markets

Christmas Markets In Joburg
Photo credit: Bryanston Market

The time has come – The Bryanston Christmas Moonlight Markets are OFFICIALLY here! From late November to mid-December Bryanston Market will be hosting 5 magical Moonlight Christmas Markets to celebrate the glorious festive season!

From handmade crafts, beautiful home décor, unique jewellery, fresh produce, gourmet groceries & delicious ready-to-eat treats to gift wrapping services, amazing stocking fillers, a vast & wonderful array of gifts for both the young & young at heart & tons of creative & fun-filled ‘Craft your Christmas’ activities & experiences for the whole family to enjoy (+ SO MUCH MORE!) – The Bryanston Christmas Moonlight Markets promises a truly fabulous festive season shopping experience for ALL!

**Follow Bryanston Market for everything you need to know about their upcoming Christmas Moonlight Markets – including dates, what to expect at each moonlight market as well as the full list of fabulous & thrilling weekly activities they’ve got lined-up! It’s going to be a truly magical Christmas & festive season market experience!

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#Town Square at Newmarket Night Market: Christmas Edition

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Photo credit: Town Square at Newmarket

Deck the Halls! Mark your calendars for Friday, the 5th of December 2025 & get ready to celebrate the start of the festive season as the increasingly popular Town Square at Newmarket Night Market returns as lively & family‑friendly as ever to Alberton’s newest lifestyle centre!

The Night Market: Christmas Edition is the first of its kind in Alberton & promises a fabulous & festive night of fun-filled family entertainment! Under shimmering fairy‑light installations & amidst cobbled‑style paving, market-goers can explore over 100 stalls featuring down-right delicious eats & treats from an amazing array of gourmet food trucks, several spectacular craft vendors, various bars serving tasty drinks, incredible LIVE music & epic DJ sets – creating a vibrant & festive atmosphere designed to delight ALL ages!

THE CHRISTMAS MARKET FESTIVITIES DEFINITELY DOESN’T END THERE! Kids can look forward to enjoying tons of exciting, fun & interactive activities, experiences & elements like Waldo’s Jungle play gym, thrilling water features, face painting, amazing balloon artists & even ceramic‑painting stations, while selfie walls & epic photo spots create the picture- PERFECTspace for memories to be made! Town Square at Newmarket Night Market’s vast & wonderful variety of stalls, paired with its endless array of fabulous festivities ensures that there’s something for absolutely EVERYONE as both adults & kids join in on ALL the FANTASTIC Christmas Night Market FUN! **This Joburg Christmas market promises to be one for the books – so don’t you dare miss out!

**BONUS: PLUS, make sure you’re at the top of your game as you look out for the SNAP.SCAN.WIN photo station & stand the chance to WIN BIG PRIZES from Town Square at Newmarket stores!

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