Sydney ROCK ‘N’ ROLL & ALTERNATIVE MARKET is gearing up for its Christmas edition. It’s a Christmas shopping treasure trove with loads of fantastic wares on offer and a huge entertainment line-up to entertain you throughout the day. Part market, part music festival, part meeting place, Sydney Rock ‘n’ Roll & Alternative Market is one of Sydney’s most unique shopping experiences and a fabulous day out.
You’ll find a vast array of stalls selling quality unique goods including but not limited to; rock ‘n’ roll, alternative and vintage clothing, jewellery, accessories, posters, cult DVDs, homewares, art, collectables, tiki mugs, vintage hair and makeup stylists a pop up barber and more plus a Massive Record Fair presented by Revolve Records – Erskineville and Egg Records – Newtown.
The Christmas edition entertainment line-up features;
The Hard Ons – The Hard-Ons are a melodic punk rock band from Sydney who officially formed in 1981. They are often acknowledged as Australia’s most commercially successful independent band with over 250,000 total record sales.
Kim Salmon – in solo mode – Originally aspiring to be a nuclear physicist, Kim Salmon was swayed by the sounds of rock’n’roll and became a Scientist. He later became a Beast of Bourbon and then a Surrealist. He’s been a seminal influence on Garage Rock and countless bands.
Hank’s Jalopy Demons (VIC) – Hank’s Jalopy Demons have assailed unsuspecting victims with their well-practised and expert renditions of unadulterated Rock-a-billy music locally and internationally since 1996.
Keiron McDonald Combo (VIC) – The Kieron McDonald Combo deliver authentic wild Rockabilly and Rock’n’Roll in the traditional 50’s style, guaranteed to have you Jivin Boppin and Strollin’.
DJs – Limpin Jimmy (MC) and the Swingin’ Kitten, The Crimplenes, Rod Almighty and Solid Gold Hell DJs.
DON’T MISS! A Rockabilly Dancing Beginners Class between 10.30am and 11.30am. Just $11 per class, which includes entry to the market.
No need to bring a dance partner – just plenty of energy and your best dancing shoes.
Email enquiries@swingoutsydney.com to register for the class.
Entry to the Sydney Rock ‘n’ Roll & Alternative Market now $6 before 12pm and $8 after 12pm,
with kids under 12 FREE.
For more information, including performance times, visit
www.facebook.com/rocknrollmarket