The festive season is just around the corner and Victoria Park Market is bringing back its Christmas market to celebrate.

Thursday, 17 December will see the central city precinct transform into a winter wonderland, only without the snow. Visitors can expect all the highlights of European-style Christmas markets, complete with festive lighting, food and craft stalls and open-air performances.

Thanks to Love Street Food NZ, the market will bring together gourmet food from stalls and restaurants, including Hapunan, Akemi's Gyoza, Vege Bang Bang, Sweet As Crepes and Mister Gelato.

And with Auckland's tallest chimney on-site, there's a good chance Santa will turn up.