Join us over two December weekends for our neighbourhood market full of music, tastings with local makers and free family fun — right in the heart of Marrickville.
There’s something special about December in Marrickville — the long mornings, the scent of jasmine wafting down laneways and, of course, the great countdown to the school holidays (and switching those Out of Offices on). Festivus is our way of bottling that feeling and inviting everyone in.
Over two weekends, we’re turning Wicks Place into a little village of its own: live music drifting through the courtyard to Wicks Park, little ones making ornaments with serious concentration, family polaroid portraits tucked into pockets, and tastings from the local makers you may already know by name. Think of it as a warm-up to summer — and a chance to snag a few goods for your festive feast. Sample something new and leave with a bag full of small delights.
Swing by for a quick wander during your weekly Harris Farm shop or settle in for the whole morning. Either way, there’s something waiting for you.
The Festivus market lowdown:
📍 Wicks Place, 186 Victoria Rd, Marrickville
⏰ 10am–2pm
🗓️ Sat 6 Dec & Sun 7 Dec
🗓️ Sat 13 Dec & Sun 14 Dec
🚗 Free underground parking for up to 2 hours
Chargrill Charlie’s: Festive Favourites & Free Tastings
Stop by for a taste of Chargrill Charlie’s Christmas range, from their famous rotisserie chickens to limited-edition festive bites. Expect free samples of their Christmas carvey (which will be available for pre-order on the day), plus seasonal specials and offers you can redeem in-store.
Zambrero: Bright, Fresh & Full of Flavour
Zambrero is serving up fresh Mexican favourites with exclusive free Festivus tasting portions of their famous air-fried hot chips, house-made gauc and burritos.
Sushi Train: One-Weekend-Only Pop-Up
Here for Weekend 1 only, Sushi Train brings a taste of their soon-to-open Wicks Place restaurant. Look out for bite-sized samples and a first look at what’s coming.
Harris Farm Markets: Your Summer Grocer, Dialled Up
Expect the best of Harris Farm’s seasonal produce, with charcuterie and cheese tastings, festive grocery ideas, and family-friendly snacks perfect for wandering the market.
Sauce Brewing Co.: Local Tins & Limited Drops
Sauce Brewing joins the market with craft beer tastings and takeaway tinnies from their Marrickville brewery—just across the road. A great stop for picking up a summer six-pack for end-of-year celebrations.
Festivus Polaroid Keepsakes
Capture a moment with family, friends or fur children at the Festivus Photo Wall, then take home a free polaroid keepsake to hang on the tree or pop on the fridge.
Festivus Arts & Craft Stations (Free for all Ages 3+)
Let little hands (and grown-up ones) get creative in under 15-minutes with two weekends of Christmas craft.
Weekend One: Bauble Decorating with Florals — craft a take-home bauble using natural florals.
Weekend Two: Wooden Decoration Painting — paint your own bell, candy cane, gingerbread man or tree using repurposed Marrickville-sourced plywood.
Make Your Mark on Marrickville
Your chance to add your voice to the neighbourhood. Create a drawing for the Festivus Digital Gallery and submit a word that captures what Marrickville means to you. Your contribution will help inspire a future Wicks Place mural, created by a local artist in the new year.
Live Local Music All Weekend
Relax into the festive mood with live acoustic sets by:
- Roze Burke — Sat 6 & Sun 14 December
- Daniel Mather — Sun 7 December
- Joshua Paltoo (JP) Sat 13 December
All performances between 10am–2pm.
