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Written By Alyssa Mackay

Yule Love the Burnie Brae Christmas Market 

The Burnie Brae Christmas Market will return to Burnie Brae Hall, 60 Kuran Street, Chermside on Saturday, 21 November, from 8am to noon. 

The free-entry event will feature artisan stalls, handmade gifts, food and family-friendly activities, with visitors invited to enjoy a morning coffee and catch up with friends. 

Senior Community Engagement Hub Officer Sherree said she loved seeing Burnie Brae come alive with a “little extra Christmas magic each year”. 

“Our Christmas Markets are such a lovely way to start the festive season, with plenty of beautiful stalls to explore and some exciting new additions this year,” she said. 

“It’s a wonderful opportunity to pick up some special gifts, enjoy the festive atmosphere and spend a morning together with family, friends and our community.” 

Find more information here.

Making Spirits Bright at Carseldine Twilight Markets 

The Carseldine Christmas Twilight Markets will return on Saturday, 28 November, from 4pm to 10pm, bringing festive shopping, food and entertainment to Brisbane’s northside. 

The event, located on 133 Dorville Road, Carseldine, will feature more than 150 stalls showcasing gifts, handmade products, local makers and food vendors. 

Market coordinator Mark Power said the markets had grown into one of the Northside’s favourite festive community celebrations. 

“What began as a way to bring the community together for a little Christmas cheer has grown into a vibrant evening filled with local businesses, artisan makers, delicious food and plenty of festive fun,” he said. 

“Carseldine Christmas Twilight is the perfect place to shop local, enjoy the Christmas atmosphere and celebrate the festive season with family and friends.” 

For updates, visit Carseldine Markets on Facebook.   

Stocking Up on Christmas Cheer at VEND Virginia

The VEND Virginia Christmas Twilight Market will bring festive shopping, food and entertainment to VEND Virginia on Saturday, 28 November. 

The free-entry event will feature an artisan pop-up market, offering handmade items and gift ideas, alongside Christmas dinner options, cocktails and other drinks. 

Organisers are encouraging visitors to “support local makers and make this Christmas a little more meaningful (and a lot more fun)”. 

The event runs from 4pm to 9pm at VEND Marketplace, 1768 Sandgate Road, Virginia. For updates, visit VEND Marketplace on Facebook.  

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