The Alliance Française de Melbourne Christmas Market 2025 returns to Abbotsford Convent this weekend, bringing two festive days filled with French flavours, gift ideas, entertainment, and family fun. The historic grounds will once again be transformed into a charming French village marketplace—perfect for browsing stalls, indulging in delicious food and wine, and soaking up the Christmas spirit Melbourne-meets-Marseille style.
FOOD & WINE/LA CUISINE ET LE VIN AT THE ALLIANCE FRANÇAISE DE MELBOURNE CHRISTMAS MARKET 2025
No French market is complete without irresistible flavours, and this year’s culinary line-up is one of the strongest yet. From artisanal cheeses and saucissons to buttery pastries, chocolates, crepes, and boutique wines, these passionate producers and vendors bring a delicious taste of France to Abbotsford.
- By Joesphine
- Escargot Bakery
- Saucissons Australia
- Long Paddock Cheese
- La Louche Cuisine Maison
- La Praline
- Little Yarra Crêperie
- Lemon & Butter
- L’artisan Gourmet Food
- Sally Hillman
- Mosaïque Wines
- Bordeaux & Beyond
- France at Home
- Frencheese
FASHION, BOOKS, ARTS & CRAFTS/LA MODE, L’ARTISINAT ET LES LIVRES
Whether you’re hunting for unique Christmas gifts or treating yourself, the market’s lifestyle, fashion, and artisan section is full of beautifully crafted pieces. Expect vintage treasures, handmade jewellery, ceramics, eco-friendly creations, stylish linens, children’s items, books, and more – all showcasing creativity inspired by France or created by talented local makers.
- Mr Smart Melbourne -A hand-picked collection of vintage clothing and French goods.
- Retrobub – children’s clothing
- Stitching Queens – upcycled bags and jackets
- Susan Kerlan fashion illustrator
- Tash’s Tables Home and Life linen
- Jane Annois ceramics
- Lille Lulu by Louise – Christmas stockings
- Capturing – photography
- Bellite jewellery
- Beju jewellery
- Sophie M jewellery
- Me + Lia clothing and accessories
- Jo Melrose Design – environmentally friendly Australian made Christmas decorations, tea towels and table runners.
- The Laminated Cotton Shop – eco-friendly gifts and homewares
- Moonfish handmade – miniatures, berets, and portraits
- French Green Gallery -handmade jewellery created with upcycled French solid silver coins, medals, fobs, trinkets, poudriers and chains
- Funky Zebra Studio – hand-painted wooden jewellery.
- Sophie M jewellery
- Zoe and Chloe and Co jewellery
- Freya & Finn – a world of imagination for family mealtimes
- BabelBooks
- Intext Language International bookshop
- Afx student exchange
MUSIC
The soundtrack to your market stroll will be as vibrant as the stalls themselves. This year’s music program blends festive favourites, classical previews, French jazz, soul, R&B, and lively DJ sets. There’s a perfect rhythm for every moment of your visit.
- Christmas Tunes with the Stringhouse Ensemble
- A sneak peek of the Australian National Academy of Music Performance French Chamber Music Festival
- Musical Duo with Velour – with roots in Mauritius and Sri Lanka, this dueo plays French jazz, soul, rhythm and blues
- DJ sets: Manoah Kenna, So Frenchy So Chic’s Jean-François Ponthieux,
OTHER ACTIVITIES AT THE ALLIANCE FRANÇAISE DE MELBOURNE CHRISTMAS MARKET
Beyond the food, wine, and shopping, the market offers a full program of interactive activities for all ages. From French taster classes to cultural games, competitions, and even a Paw Parade for stylish pups, there’s always something happening around every corner.
- French Taster classes – free but bookings required, which you can do at the links given in the key info section below.
- Clichés Français – Fact or fiction
- Berthe Mouchette Competition Showcase – winners show their talent
- Paw Parade – pups showing off their festive of French costumes -prizes to be won
KIDS CORNER
In partnership with Le Grand Récré French preschool, there are plenty of activities in a fun-filled space designed to delight les petit(e)s all weekend long.
- Santa’s Helpers’ workshops where kids can make Christmas ornaments, do some festive colouring or design their own sand art masterpiece
- Discover the magical cooking world of Freya & Finn
- Meet Santa and take your letter to the North Pole
- The Great Market Hunt – visit every stop on the map and finish the quest for a festive reward and the chance to win a prize.
ALLIANCE FRANÇAISE DE MELBOURNE CHRISTMAS MARKET MERCHANDISE
For those who love a keepsake, the Alliance Française de Melbourne has created exclusive market merchandise—including a festive tote bag, a set of Christmas cards, and a beautifully designed poster—perfect gifts or mementos from the weekend.
Order online here for collection at the market.
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Whether you’re visiting for the food, the shopping, the entertainment, or simply to soak up the festive atmosphere, the Alliance Française de Melbourne French Christmas Market is a yearly highlight not to be missed. It’s the perfect way to celebrate the season, support local and French-inspired makers, and enjoy a weekend full of culture, community, and Christmas charm.
KEY INFO FOR ALLIANCE FRANÇAISE DE MELBOURNE CHRISTMAS MARKET
WHAT: Alliance Française de Melbourne Christmas Market 2025
WHEN: 10am to 4pm Saturday 22 November and 9:30am to 4pm Sunday 23 November
WHERE: Abbotsford Convent, 1 St Heliers Street ABBOTSFORD
HOW MUCH: Ticket prices are as follows:
- General Admission – $9
- Concession – $7
- Member – $5
- Free admission for children under 12
HOW: Buy your ticket (and order your market merch) here
Register for the free taster French classes at 11am Saturday here or at 2pm Saturday here or at 1pm Sunday here
You can view the full program with times here
For more events happening this month check out the What’s on in November
