As the festive season approaches, there’s no better way to get into the holiday spirit than by shopping locally at the Market. This Christmas, why not make it a point to support Canberra and the surrounding region by indulging in the best local produce available?

The Capital Region Farmers Market is your go-to place for everything you need to create a memorable Christmas. From fresh seasonal produce to locally crafted gifts, there’s something for everyone. Here’s a look at what you can find here this December.

Summer fruits and vegetables

Right now, the Market is bursting with fresh cherries and other stone fruit, strawberries, and blueberries. These fruits are in peak season and perfect for your Christmas feast, whether you’re adding them to desserts, making a fruit salad, or simply enjoying them on their own.

The Market is always stocked with the best local vegetables for you to enjoy, and that doesn’t stop in summer. You’ll find everything you need for your holiday meals, from seasonal greens to root vegetables so make sure you stock up for all your Christmas sides and salads.

Meat, poultry, and seafood

For your Christmas meals, you can choose from a great selection of meats, poultry, and seafood from some of the best suppliers around!

Seafood: Fresh fish and shellfish from Narooma Seafood Direct and Banjo’s Oysters.

Poultry: Canowindra Farms offers an extensive range of free-range chicken.

Beef, pork, and lamb: Boxgum Grazing, Kurrajong Country Meats, Minto Galloways, Claystone Meats, and Wagga Free Range Pork have premium cuts available. On December 14th, you can also find Moorlands Bio-Dynamic Lamb.

Smallgoods and cheese

If you’re looking to add cheese or smallgoods to your festive spread, check out the following:

Tilba Real Dairy and Leaning Oak Dairy for locally made cheeses.

Murray River Smokehouse and Deda’s Smokehouse offer a selection of smoked and cured meats.

Second Mouse Cheese will be at the Market on the 7th of December, and Uproot Foods, who offer a delicious vegan alternative to smoked salmon, will be available on the 14th of December.

Christmas puddings and baked goods

For sweet treats, there’s no shortage of Christmas cakes, puddings, and mince tarts at the Market.

Rosa’s Home Bake, Creme n’ Sugar Patisserie, and Bush Bread of Australia offer a great range of festive cakes and puddings.

Origin Bake, Three Mills Bakery, Cedar Husk Bakery, and Dream Cuisine Patisserie will also have a variety of delicious Christmas baked goods including the treasured mince tarts.

Christmas gifts

The Market is filled with great Christmas gift ideas, especially for food lovers! Check out some of these great stall holders for all your Christmas gift needs:

Jasper and Myrtle Chocolate and Black Horse Fine Foods have a range of gourmet products that your loved ones are sure to enjoy.

Unscripted Fermentation and Coffee, Ingelara and Homeleigh Grove offer unique food gifts for those foodies in your life.

The Triffid Tonic Company stocks specialty tonics, and Teacher’s Pet and Farmhouse Pet Treats have goodies for all your furry friends.

There are also so many beautiful plants and flowers from local growers that would make a great gift or decoration for your home.

Still can’t decide what to get? The Capital Region Farmers Market gift vouchers are a perfect option and can be used across all of our stalls!

Need a last-minute Christmas Tree?

We have you covered! Santa’s Shaped Christmas Trees will be back with the best local trees to bring some festive cheer to your home.

Support local these holidays

When you shop at local Markets, you’re not just buying fresh produce; you’re also supporting small farmers and producers in the region. This Christmas, take the opportunity to invest in the quality and sustainability of the products you buy.

By shopping locally, you’ll enjoy fresher, better-tasting food while contributing to the local economy and promoting sustainable farming practices. It’s a win-win situation that adds even more joy to the holiday season!

Come and get all your holiday shopping sorted at the Market every Saturday up until Christmas.