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Announcement posted by BBR AGENCY 28 May 2018

Traditional Mountain Chalets arriving in The Rocks for Christmas in July Markets
  • Free French winter Christmas experience, only in The Rocks.
  • 12 traditional timber chalets being shipped from France.
  • Multiple Christmas lights to transform the event each evening.

 
If ever there was a socially-acceptable place to step out in public wearing that gorgeous Christmas themed jumper your Granny knitted for you years ago, this is it!

The Rocks Christmas in July Markets is Sydney’s first traditional French Christmas markets experience, held in The Rocks over four evenings in July, in collaboration with Bastille Festival Sydney.

For the first time ever, twelve traditional, custom-made French timber chalets have been carefully loaded on a ship in France and started their journey all the way to The Rocks in Sydney, giving The Rocks Christmas in July Markets an authentic French touch. Filling these gorgeous chalets, you’ll find a variety of little gifts for loved ones, decorative Christmas trinkets for the home, and delicious sweet and savoury gourmet treats to enjoy on-site.

Just before nightfall (around 5pm each day), The Rocks Christmas in July Markets will completely transform, as the event’s festive lights are switched on. This is sure to result in a collective cheer from the crowd, spontaneous "oohs" and "aahs" across all ages, and inspire even the most camera-shy people to reach for their phones and capture the perfect selfie. This is going to be a particularly special time that shouldn’t be missed.

Keeping you completely immersed in the Christmas atmosphere, you’ll also find a celebrated choir of community carolers performing a repertoire of the most popular French and English Christmas carols.

Vincent Hernandez, Creator of The Rocks Christmas in July Markets says, “Growing up in a small French village, my family and I looked forward to attending the winter Christmas Markets each year - it’s an annual tradition back home. Since moving to Sydney, I’ve wanted to share this multi-sensory experience with families here, and there’s no better place than The Rocks to celebrate a French Christmas in July!”

Typically, most Australians celebrate Christmas outdoors in local parks or at the beach, because it’s the middle of summer. We’re not so familiar with the wintery scenes depicted on Christmas cards, or in the movies. This is why it’s particularly important for people to visit this free event, to experience the joy of celebrating Christmas in the Northern Hemisphere.

There’s this warm sense of togetherness that fills the air as you explore the traditional outdoor Christmas markets, found throughout most European cities, towns and villages. The evening air is chilly, but you’re rugged up and surrounded by beautiful fairy lights that shimmer like a crackling fireplace. Your hands are warmed by the hot chocolate or steaming mulled wine you’re holding. The sweet scent of cinnamon fills the air, and you can’t help but grin like a little child as you take in the wonderful Christmas atmosphere that surrounds you. It’s this experience The Rocks Christmas in July Markets wants to share with you.
 

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DETAILS:
What (Quoi):
The Rocks Christmas in July Markets: Bastille Festival Sydney

When (Quand):
Thursday, 12 July 2018 (11am - 10pm)
Friday, 13 July 2018 (11am - 10pm)
Saturday, 14 July 2018 (11am - 10pm)
Sunday, 15 July 2018 (11am - 6:30pm)

Where (Où):
Argyle Street,The Rocks (positioned between George Street and Harrington Street)

How much (Combien):
Free to experience


SOCIAL MEDIA:
Website: http://bastillefestival.com.au/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BASTILLEFESTIVALSYDNEY/
Facebook Event - The Rocks Christmas in July Markets: https://www.facebook.com/events/172669266777135/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bastillefestival/
Official Hashtags: #ChristmasInJuly #BastilleSydney #TheRocks


MEDIA ENQUIRIES:
Simon Edds, PR, Bastille Festival Sydney
0412 612 498, simon.edds@bbr-agency.com