A winter-themed night market will bring live music, bonfires, and street food to West End as part of an annual solstice celebration hosted at Davies Park.
Twilight Market to Light Up West End
More than 150 stalls, fire performances, roving entertainers, and family workshops will activate Davies Park in West End for a one-night-only winter market on Friday, 20 June from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Seasonal Festivities Return
The event marks the return of the West End Solstice Twilight Market, a community event celebrating the winter solstice with an extended evening of food, entertainment, and family-friendly activities. Entry is free, and those who register online are eligible to win a gourmet market hamper.
Stalls will offer a variety of global street eats, including grilled Thai chicken skewers, Japanese snacks, and KL-style char kway teow. Notable vendors include Barbie On Charcoal, Tako Tako, and Cocoart, with dessert and drink offerings such as fresh coconut treats and mango-based drinks.
Bonfires and a pop-up bar will be available on-site, with mulled wine and craft beer served throughout the night.
Activities for All Ages
Live music is scheduled across the six-hour program, featuring acts such as the Aaron West Band and Dave’s Acoustic Music. Roving fire performers, stilt walkers, and bubble entertainers will provide additional atmosphere across the venue.
Interactive activities include children’s lantern-making and a charm bracelet workshop hosted by Get Charmed by Winnie, with limited paid bookings required for both adult and kids’ sessions. A selection of handmade goods, organic skincare, and winter-themed items will also be on offer.
Community and Market Background
The West End Markets, typically held on Saturday mornings, are operated by Goodwill Projects, a Queensland-based events company. The Solstice Twilight Market is operated by the same organisers behind the regular West End Markets held at Davies Park on Saturdays. Unlike the regular Saturday markets, the Solstice event is held in the evening and includes additional live performances and themed activities.
Organisers have encouraged locals to register via event links and mark themselves as attending via social media to stay updated.
Published 6-June-2025
