Enjoy free photos with Santa
December 21, 2023
Simply bring your phone and snap an instant picture with Santa!
All you have to do is show up with your friends, family or office team and Santa’s trusty elf will snap the perfect picture. No bookings necessary!
Santa’s dates and times
- Friday 15: 3pm — 7pm
- Saturday 16: 4pm — 8pm
- Sunday 17: 3pm — 7pm
- Wednesday 20: 3pm — 7pm
- Thursday 21: 3pm — 7pm
- Friday 22: 3pm — 7pm
- Saturday 23: 3pm — 7pm
Where: Santa’s selfie zone.
Have you explored Santa’s magical light forest?
Don’t miss out on the fun of Santa’s magical light forest! Our flying reindeer, shimmering lights, stunning trees, craft spaces and secret selfie spots will have the whole family feeling very merry.
Price: Free!
Where: Level 1, Centre Court.
When: 10am — 10pm, every day, including Christmas, until Tuesday 2 January.
Christmas shopping has never been simpler
From big brand toys to fashion to cosmetics to homewares to luggage, we’ve got your complete gifting needs covered. Enjoy quality and convenience from over 80 retailers including TK Maxx, Footlocker, Skechers, Connor, Cotton On Mega, Bonds, FILA, Tom’s Project and more!
Trading hours
Centre: 10am — late, every day, including Christmas.
Specialty Stores: 10am — 7pm. (Individual store times may vary.)
Get ready for Boxing Day sales
Make the most of our massive Boxing Day sales with a day of shopping at Market City. Find amazing deals on a variety of brands — all while beating the heat!
Getting here is easy. We’re serviced by two light rail lines, are just an eight-minute stroll from Central Station, a ten-minute stroll from Town Hall, and our car park is open 24 hours.
When: Tuesday 26 December.
Dedy’s Café is now open
Born from years of testing Asian fusion flavours, the delicious Dedy’s Café brings a range of quality toasties, coffee, pastries and staples to Market City. Stop by and say hello to the friendly team!
Where: Level 2.
Celebrate at Market City
Situated in the heart of the CBD, Market City’s fully licenced 1909 Dining Precinct is the perfect place to catch up with colleagues, family and friends. Plus we cater for large groups! Our Precinct features a stellar line-up of eight deluxe restaurants, including the famous international restaurants The Eight and The Dolar Shop.
Where: Level 3, 1909 Dining Precinct.
When: 11am — until late, every day.
Make a difference with the Tree of Friendship
There’s still time to spread love, joy and hope to the community at the Tree of Friendship, a joint initiative of Rotary Club of Sydney and Market City. Created to support children between 6 — 12 at Bear Cottage, RPA Paediatric Clinic and PCYC South Sydney, you can donate a gift that encourages active or creative play, or simply write a kind message in our craft area to make someone’s day.
Where: Level 1, Centre Court.
When: Every day until Saturday 30 December.
Easy, affordable CBD parking
With city parking as low as $10, Market City has a range of great deals to help you through this holiday season.
Where: 2 Quay Street, Haymarket.
When: 24 hours.
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