Christmas Twilight Market

December 14, 2024 4:00 pm - December 14, 2024 9:00 pm

Mark your calendars and get ready for a memorable day at the Christmas Market! 🎄✨

Join us for a festive celebration at the stunning grounds of St Joseph’s Spiritual and Education Retreat Centre! Our Christmas Market is the perfect place to get into the holiday spirit, featuring a delightful array of stalls and activities for all ages, as well as a visit from Santa! Wander along our heritage trail, and explore what our centre has to offer. Don’t miss our exciting raffle at the entrance, with fantastic prizes up for grabs and take part in our version of a chocolate wheel.

Market Highlights:

Explore a variety of handmade and artisanal products*, including:

  • Natural Skincare and Bath Products: Pamper yourself with luxurious lotions and bath items.
  • Soy Candles and Wax Melts: Fill your home with warm, inviting scents.
  • Mosaic Art: From flower pots to bee basins – beautifully designed items to decorate your home.
  • Handmade Jewellery: Discover unique pieces crafted with love.
  • Weavings from Natural Materials: Crafted items that celebrate nature.
  • Custom Christmas and Event Cookies: Treat yourself to delicious, personalised cookies.
  • Wooden Toys: Timeless treasures for children of all ages.
  • Hand Sewn Arts and Crafts: One-of-a-kind creations perfect for holiday gifts.
  • Homemade Preserves: Taste the essence of homemade goodness.
  • Pot Plants: Bring life to your space and boost your mood
  • …and more

Activities for Children:

Bring the little ones along for a day of fun! Activities include:

  • Make Your Own Rainbow Bath Jars: A creative and colorful experience.
  • Arts and Crafts Stations: Let their imaginations run wild.
  • Face Painting: Transform into their favorite characters!
  • Santa is coming on a Fire Engine – at 5.30pm. Get ready!

Food and Refreshments:

Treat yourself to our extraordinary Christmas buffet or surprise your significant other with a picnic away from the crowds.

  • Christmas Buffet: Enjoy a lavish seafood buffet for just $120. Prebooking is essential!
  • Picnic Hampers for 2 : Choose from our romantic or summer hampers to enjoy a lovely picnic on the grounds – we’ll set up the picnic spots for you
    • Romantic: Spoil that special someone with artisan crispbread, regional cheese, strawberries, chocolates and a bouquet of flowers $85
    • Summer: Enjoy a fresh roast chicken with house made garden salad, bread rolls and seasonal fruits $95

Alternatively, immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere by savouring a selection of beverages, delectable cakes, savory sausages, or indulgent ice creams from the delightful array of stalls at the market.

Join Us!

Bring your family and friends for a day of festive cheer, unique shopping, and joyful activities. Let’s celebrate the holiday season together in the beautiful surroundings of St Joseph’s Retreat Centre.

For more information and to pre-book your seafood buffet or picnic hamper, please contact us at reception.SJR@sosjspirit.org.au 

We can’t wait to see you there!

*If you are interested in renting a stall or helping out, please contact us on bookings.SJR@sosjspirit.org.au or call (02) 4368 2805. 🎄✨