Ultimate Guide to 58 UK Christmas Markets for 2026

Introduction

Welcome to our festive guide to 58 Christmas and holiday markets across the UK for 2026! From bustling city squares to charming local fairs, each market has a live profile on Food Marketplace with maps, traders, and seasonal food links to help you plan your perfect holiday outing.

Each market heading links directly to its profile, where you'll find confirmed 2026 dates and hours as they are announced. Use this guide to choose your destinations, and check the profiles for the latest updates.

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Plan Your Festive Adventures

Navigate from ideas to a shortlist with these hubs:

• Christmas markets hub — All festive markets in one place.
• UK markets directory — Explore every market on the site.
• UK locations hub — Find markets by city and region.
• Discover — Browse using our interactive map.

Dates and Opening Times

Exact 2026 dates, daily hours, and any late-night sessions are confirmed by each organiser at different times. Check each market’s Food Marketplace profile for the most up-to-date information.

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• Bath
• Belfast
• Birmingham
• Brighton
• Bristol
• Cambridge
• Cardiff
• Dundee
• Edinburgh
• Exeter
• Glasgow
• Leeds
• Leicester
• Liverpool
• London
• Manchester
• Newcastle
• Norwich
• Nottingham
• Oxford
• Plymouth
• Portsmouth
• Sheffield
• Southampton
• Swansea
• York

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58 UK Christmas Markets on Food Marketplace

2026 Confirmed Dates at a Glance

These 42 markets have officially-sourced 2026 opening and closing dates as of 17 September 2026. The remaining markets in this guide haven't published 2026 dates yet — we don't publish guessed dates, so check each market's own profile (linked below) for a live countdown once confirmed.

Longest-Running UK Christmas Markets in 2026

Based on the 42 markets with confirmed 2026 dates, here are the ten with the longest seasons:

How Many Markets Are Open Each Month

Aberdeen Christmas Village Market

Aberdeen · 38 Upperkirkgate, Aberdeen AB10 1BA, United Kingdom

📅 2026 dates confirmed: 12 November 2026 – 3 January 2027 — live countdown on the market page.

Discover a festive village with stalls, food, and gifts. Check the profile for confirmed 2026 hours.

Explore more stalls on the profile for the latest line-up and snacks.

Bath Christmas Market

Bath · Kingston Parade, Bath, UK

📅 2026 dates confirmed: 26 November 2026 – 13 December 2026 — live countdown on the market page.

Enjoy a market with a strong gift and street-food focus. Timings for 2026 are on the market page.

Explore more stalls on the profile for the latest line-up and snacks.

Belfast Christmas Market

Belfast · Belfast BT1 5GS, United Kingdom

📅 2026 dates confirmed: 14 November 2026 – 22 December 2026 — live countdown on the market page.

Experience international stalls and seasonal food. The 2026 schedule will be on the profile when confirmed.

Explore more stalls on the profile for the latest line-up and snacks.

Bexleyheath Christmas Market

Bexleyheath — London · Market Pl, Bexleyheath DA6 7DZ, United Kingdom

Local market with festive charm. Confirm 2026 dates on the listing.

Explore more stalls on the profile for the latest line-up and snacks.

Birmingham Frankfurt Christmas Market

Birmingham · Victoria Square, Birmingham B3 3AA, United Kingdom

📅 2026 dates confirmed: 5 November 2026 – 24 December 2026 — live countdown on the market page.

Enjoy a large German-style market with chalets, drinks, and street food. 2026 hours are on the market page.

Explore more stalls on the profile for the latest line-up and snacks.

Blackpool Christmas Market

Blackpool · Tower Festival Headland, Promenade, Blackpool FY1 5JA, United Kingdom

📅 2026 dates confirmed: 20 November 2026 – 3 January 2027 — live countdown on the market page.

Seaside festive market with evening-friendly hours. Check the profile for 2026 opening.

Explore more stalls on the profile for the latest line-up and snacks.

Bournemouth Christmas Market

Bournemouth · Bournemouth Square, Bournemouth BH2 6EG, United Kingdom

📅 2026 dates confirmed: 12 November 2026 – 31 December 2026 — live countdown on the market page.

Discover gift stalls and seasonal food in the town centre. 2026 details are on the profile.

Explore more stalls on the profile for the latest line-up and snacks.

Brighton Christmas Market

Brighton · Richmond Square, Victoria Gardens, Grand Parade, Brighton and Hove BN1 4GU, United Kingdom

📅 2026 dates confirmed: 15 November 2026 – 24 December 2026 — live countdown on the market page.

Festive shopping and food beside Victoria Gardens. Timings are on the page.

Explore more stalls on the profile for the latest line-up and snacks.

Bristol Christmas Market

Bristol · Bristol Shopping Quarter, 69 Broadmead, Bristol BS1 3DX, United Kingdom

Explore Christmas stalls and food in Broadmead. Confirm 2026 hours on Food Marketplace.

Explore more stalls on the profile for the latest line-up and snacks.

Cambridge Christmas Market

Cambridge · Cambridge CB1 1NA

City-centre market with gifts and seasonal traders. 2026 dates are on the profile.

Explore more stalls on the profile for the latest line-up and snacks.

Canterbury Christmas Market

Canterbury · High Street, Canterbury CT1 2JE, United Kingdom

📅 2026 dates confirmed: 12 November 2026 – 24 December 2026 — live countdown on the market page.

Historic High Street market. Use the market profile for 2026 updates.

Explore more stalls on the profile for the latest line-up and snacks.

Cardiff Christmas Market

Cardiff · Working Street, St David’s Centre, Cardiff CF10 1GN, United Kingdom

📅 2026 dates confirmed: 12 November 2026 – 23 December 2026 — live countdown on the market page.

Enjoy food, gifts, and drinks in the city centre. Hours are on the listing.

Explore more stalls on the profile for the latest line-up and snacks.

Chester Christmas Market

Chester · Town Hall Square, Northgate Street, Chester CH1 2HQ, United Kingdom

📅 2026 dates confirmed: 18 November 2026 – 22 December 2026 — live countdown on the market page.

Traditional stalls around Town Hall Square. 2026 schedule is on the profile.

Explore more stalls on the profile for the latest line-up and snacks.

Covent Garden Christmas Market

Covent Garden — London · The Market Building, 41 The Market, London WC2E 8RF

Central London festive retail and food. Check the page for 2026 opening.

Explore more stalls on the profile for the latest line-up and snacks.

Dundee Christmas Market

Dundee · City Square, Dundee DD1 3BZ, United Kingdom

📅 2026 dates confirmed: 21 November 2026 – 29 November 2026 — live countdown on the market page.

Scottish city-centre market. 2026 hours will be published soon.

Explore more stalls on the profile for the latest line-up and snacks.

Edinburgh Christmas Market

Edinburgh · Princes Street, Edinburgh EH2 2HG, United Kingdom

📅 2026 dates confirmed: 14 November 2026 – 3 January 2027 — live countdown on the market page.

Major winter destination with views of the Old Town. Confirm 2026 times on the profile.

Explore more stalls on the profile for the latest line-up and snacks.

Exeter Cathedral Christmas Market

Exeter · Cathedral Yard, Exeter EX1 1HB, United Kingdom

📅 2026 dates confirmed: 13 November 2026 – 13 December 2026 — live countdown on the market page.

Chalets, gifts, and seasonal food in a cathedral setting. 2026 details are on the page.

Explore more stalls on the profile for the latest line-up and snacks.

Glasgow Christmas Market

Glasgow · George Square, Glasgow G2 1DY, United Kingdom

City-centre stalls, drinks, and food. Follow the profile for 2026 opening.

Explore more stalls on the profile for the latest line-up and snacks.

Hyde Park Winter Wonderland

Hyde Park — London · Louisa Duckworth Walk, London W1K 7AN

📅 2026 dates confirmed: 19 November 2026 – 3 January 2027 — live countdown on the market page.

Large ticketed winter fair with rides, bars, and food stalls. 2026 dates and hours will be on the market profile once confirmed.

Stalls with pages right now

• Yorkshire Burrito

Kingston Christmas Market

Kingston upon Thames — London · Ancient Market Place, Kingston upon Thames KT1 1JS, United Kingdom

📅 2026 dates confirmed: 12 November 2026 – 3 January 2027 — live countdown on the market page.

European-style chalets in south-west London. 2026 dates and hours are on the Food Marketplace page.

Explore more stalls on the profile for the latest line-up and snacks.

Leeds Christmas Market City Square

Leeds · City Square, Leeds LS1 2HA, United Kingdom

📅 2026 dates confirmed: 19 November 2026 – 23 December 2026 — live countdown on the market page.

Part of Leeds’ wider winter offer. Timings for 2026 are on this profile.

Explore more stalls on the profile for the latest line-up and snacks.

Leeds Christmas Market Millennium Square

Leeds · Millennium Square, Leeds LS2 3AD, United Kingdom

📅 2026 dates confirmed: 19 November 2026 – 23 December 2026 — live countdown on the market page.

Festive site with food, bars, and gifts. Confirm 2026 schedule on the listing.

Explore more stalls on the profile for the latest line-up and snacks.

Leeds Christmas Markets

Leeds · City Square, Leeds LS1 1PJ, United Kingdom

📅 2026 dates confirmed: 19 November 2026 – 23 December 2026 — live countdown on the market page.

Use the profile for 2026 opening and any site-specific notes.

Explore more stalls on the profile for the latest line-up and snacks.

Leicester Christmas Market

Leicester · Gallowtree Gate, Leicester LE1 1DA, United Kingdom

📅 2026 dates confirmed: 12 November 2026 – 27 December 2026 — live countdown on the market page.

High-footfall city-centre market. 2026 hours will be published soon.

Explore more stalls on the profile for the latest line-up and snacks.

Leicester Square Christmas Market

Leicester Square — London · Shakespeare Water Fountain, 4 Leicester Square, London WC2H 7DE

Compact West End market with street food and gifts. 2026 times are on the profile.

Stalls with pages right now

• The Cheese Wheel
• Crêpes à la Carte
• The Yorkshire Pudding Co
• The Cheshire Cheese
• Chocolate Kiss
• Smoketeers

Liverpool Christmas Market

Liverpool · St George’s Place, Liverpool L1 1JJ, United Kingdom

Bars, chalets, and food near St George’s Hall. 2026 schedule is on the page.

Explore more stalls on the profile for the latest line-up and snacks.

London Bridge Christmas Market

Southwark — London · Borough High Street, London SE1 9DD, United Kingdom

Festive market with street food and shopping. Confirm 2026 hours on Food Marketplace.

Explore more stalls on the profile for the latest line-up and snacks.

Manchester is covered by ten linked listings along the city’s official Christmas trail. Each heading names the site (square, street, or gardens) so you can jump to the right profile without repeating the same long title.

Manchester trail · Albert Square

Manchester · Albert Square, Manchester M2 5DB, United Kingdom

📅 2026 dates confirmed: 6 November 2026 – 3 January 2027 — live countdown on the market page.

Flagship site with chalets and drinks. 2026 opening is on the profile.

Explore more stalls on the profile for the latest line-up and snacks.

Manchester trail · Cathedral Gardens

Manchester · Cathedral Gardens, Corporation Street, Manchester M4 3BG, United Kingdom

📅 2026 dates confirmed: 6 November 2026 – 3 January 2027 — live countdown on the market page.

Part of the city-wide trail. Times are on the listing.

Explore more stalls on the profile for the latest line-up and snacks.

Manchester trail · Corn Exchange

Manchester · Exchange Square, Manchester M4 3TR, United Kingdom

📅 2026 dates confirmed: 6 November 2026 – 22 December 2026 — live countdown on the market page.

Pocket of Manchester’s trail with food and stalls. 2026 details are on the page.

Explore more stalls on the profile for the latest line-up and snacks.

Manchester trail · Exchange Square

Manchester · 37 Exchange Street, Manchester M4 3TR, United Kingdom

📅 2026 dates confirmed: 6 November 2026 – 22 December 2026 — live countdown on the market page.

Site on the Manchester Christmas circuit. Check the profile for 2026 hours.

Explore more stalls on the profile for the latest line-up and snacks.

Manchester trail · Exchange Street

Manchester · Exchange Square, Manchester M4 3TR, United Kingdom

📅 2026 dates confirmed: 6 November 2026 – 22 December 2026 — live countdown on the market page.

Another stop on Manchester’s market trail. 2026 details are on Food Marketplace.

Explore more stalls on the profile for the latest line-up and snacks.

Manchester trail · King Street

Manchester · King Street, Manchester M2 4WG, United Kingdom

📅 2026 dates confirmed: 6 November 2026 – 22 December 2026 — live countdown on the market page.

Upmarket shopping street on the Manchester trail. Hours are on the profile.

Explore more stalls on the profile for the latest line-up and snacks.

Manchester trail · Market Street

Manchester · Market Street, Manchester M4 3AT, United Kingdom

📅 2026 dates confirmed: 6 November 2026 – 22 December 2026 — live countdown on the market page.

Busy retail corridor during Manchester Christmas markets. 2026 details are on the page.

Explore more stalls on the profile for the latest line-up and snacks.

Manchester trail · New Cathedral Street

Manchester · New Cathedral Street, Manchester M1 1AD, United Kingdom

📅 2026 dates confirmed: 6 November 2026 – 22 December 2026 — live countdown on the market page.

Site between retail cores. Confirm 2026 times on the listing.

Explore more stalls on the profile for the latest line-up and snacks.

Manchester trail · Piccadilly Gardens

Manchester · Piccadilly Gardens, 1b Parker Street, Manchester M1 1RG, United Kingdom

📅 2026 dates confirmed: 6 November 2026 – 22 December 2026 — live countdown on the market page.

Food and drink focus on Manchester’s Christmas route. Profile has 2026 updates.

Explore more stalls on the profile for the latest line-up and snacks.

Manchester trail · St Ann’s Square

Manchester · St Ann’s Square, Manchester M2 4AJ, United Kingdom

📅 2026 dates confirmed: 6 November 2026 – 22 December 2026 — live countdown on the market page.

Historic heart of Manchester’s Christmas markets. 2026 hours will be published soon.

Explore more stalls on the profile for the latest line-up and snacks.

Newcastle uses four linked listings for central streets and Grey’s Monument—each heading is the place name so you can open the right profile quickly.

Newcastle trail · Nelson Street

Newcastle · Nelson Street, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1, United Kingdom

📅 2026 dates confirmed: 19 November 2026 – 23 December 2026 — live countdown on the market page.

City-centre stalls on Nelson Street. Timings are on the profile.

Stalls with pages right now

• Secret Taart

Newcastle trail · Grainger Street

Newcastle · 78–88 Grainger Street, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 5JQ, United Kingdom

📅 2026 dates confirmed: 19 November 2026 – 23 December 2026 — live countdown on the market page.

Central Newcastle trading. 2026 schedule is on Food Marketplace.

Explore more stalls on the profile for the latest line-up and snacks.

Newcastle trail · Grey Street

Newcastle · Grey Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

📅 2026 dates confirmed: 19 November 2026 – 23 December 2026 — live countdown on the market page.

Iconic thoroughfare with a Christmas market presence. Confirm 2026 hours on the listing.

Explore more stalls on the profile for the latest line-up and snacks.

Newcastle trail · Grey’s Monument

Newcastle · Grey’s Monument, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 6JG, United Kingdom

📅 2026 dates confirmed: 19 November 2026 – 23 December 2026 — live countdown on the market page.

Market activity around Grey’s Monument. 2026 details are on the profile.

Explore more stalls on the profile for the latest line-up and snacks.

Nottingham Christmas Market — Winter Wonderland

Nottingham · Old Market Square, Nottingham NG1 2BY, United Kingdom

East Midlands flagship with winter fair and stalls. 2026 details are on the page.

Explore more stalls on the profile for the latest line-up and snacks.

Oxford — Blenheim Palace Christmas Market

Woodstock, Oxfordshire · Blenheim Palace, Woodstock OX20 1PX, United Kingdom

📅 2026 dates confirmed: 13 November 2026 – 20 December 2026 — live countdown on the market page.

Seasonal market on the Blenheim Palace estate. Estate entry rules and 2026 dates are on the profile.

Explore more stalls on the profile for the latest line-up and snacks.

Oxford Christmas Market

Oxford · Broad Street, Oxford OX1 3BS, United Kingdom

📅 2026 dates confirmed: 21 November 2026 – 31 December 2026 — live countdown on the market page.

Broad Street market with college and city-centre footfall. 2026 hours will be confirmed soon.

Explore more stalls on the profile for the latest line-up and snacks.

Plymouth Christmas Market

Plymouth · Civic Centre, Plymouth PL1 2AA, United Kingdom

📅 2026 dates confirmed: 26 November 2026 – 20 December 2026 — live countdown on the market page.

City-centre stalls near the Civic Centre. Timings are on the listing.

Explore more stalls on the profile for the latest line-up and snacks.

Portsmouth Christmas Market

Portsmouth · 208–248 Commercial Road, Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Festive market in the city centre. 2026 details are on the profile.

Explore more stalls on the profile for the latest line-up and snacks.

Sheffield Christmas Markets

Sheffield · Fargate, Sheffield City Centre, Sheffield S1 2LG, United Kingdom

📅 2026 dates confirmed: 12 November 2026 – 24 December 2026 — live countdown on the market page.

Chalets, food, and gifts in the city centre. 2026 hours are on Food Marketplace.

Explore more stalls on the profile for the latest line-up and snacks.

Southampton Christmas Market

Southampton · Above Bar Street & Guildhall Square, Southampton SO14 7FP, United Kingdom

📅 2026 dates confirmed: 12 November 2026 – 27 December 2026 — live countdown on the market page.

Dual-site market with festive offerings. Confirm 2026 details on the page.

Explore more stalls on the profile for the latest line-up and snacks.

Southbank Centre Winter Market

South Bank — London · The Queen’s Walk, London SE1 8XX

Riverside market with street food and gifts. 2026 dates and hours will be on the market profile.

Stalls with pages right now

• Chocolate Kiss
• Pabellón
• LOS CHURROS AMIGOS
• Yorkshire Burrito
• The Duck Shed
• Chulo
• Baked Bird
• Stacked Dutch Pancakes
• Oh My Dog Hot Dogs
• Blondies Kitchen

Staines Market

Staines-upon-Thames, Surrey · High Street, Staines TW18 4DY, United Kingdom

High Street market listing in Staines-upon-Thames. Use the profile for 2026 market days and times.

Explore more stalls on the profile for the latest line-up and snacks.

Swansea Christmas Market

Swansea · Swansea SA1 1EE, United Kingdom

Waterfront city stalls. 2026 schedule is on Food Marketplace.

Explore more stalls on the profile for the latest line-up and snacks.

Torquay Christmas Market

Torquay, Devon · The King’s Drive, Torquay TQ2 5JE, United Kingdom

English Riviera market on the King’s Drive. 2026 details are on the profile.

Explore more stalls on the profile for the latest line-up and snacks.

Weymouth Christmas Market

Weymouth, Dorset · Nothe Fort, Barrack Road, Weymouth DT4 8UF, United Kingdom

Harbour town setting at Nothe Fort. Confirm 2026 opening on the page.

Explore more stalls on the profile for the latest line-up and snacks.

Winchester Cathedral Christmas Market

Winchester, Hampshire · Winchester SO23 9LS, United Kingdom

📅 2026 dates confirmed: 20 November 2026 – 22 December 2026 — live countdown on the market page.

Historic market near the cathedral. 2026 hours are on the listing.

Explore more stalls on the profile for the latest line-up and snacks.

Winter Urban Spoon Southbank

South Bank — London · London SE1 9PZ

📅 2026 dates confirmed: 17 October 2026 – 24 December 2026 — live countdown on the market page.

Compact street-food style market. 2026 times are on the profile.

Stalls with pages right now

• Smurkey

Winter Wonderland Norwich Christmas Market

Norwich · Norfolk Showground, Dereham Road, Norwich NR5 0TT, United Kingdom

📅 2026 dates confirmed: 13 November 2026 – 3 January 2027 — live countdown on the market page.

Large showground fair with rides, stalls, and food. 2026 dates are on Food Marketplace.

Explore more stalls on the profile for the latest line-up and snacks.

Winter by the River

London Bridge — London · Borough High Street, London SE1 9DD

Riverside market with street food and gifts. 2026 schedule is on the profile (URL slug may still reference a past season label).

Stalls with pages right now

• Los Tacos – Mexican Grill

York Christmas Market

York · 4–6 Parliament Street, York YO1 8SE, United Kingdom

📅 2026 dates confirmed: 12 November 2026 – 21 December 2026 — live countdown on the market page.

Compact historic city-centre market. 2026 opening is on the page.

Explore more stalls on the profile for the latest line-up and snacks.

FAQ

When are 2026 Christmas market dates announced?

Organisers confirm dates and opening times at different points in the year. As soon as we have confirmed 2026 details for a listing, they appear on that market’s profile first, so bookmark the markets you care about and check back.

Where should I check opening times?

Always open the individual market profile linked from this guide (or from our Christmas markets hub). That profile is where dates, daily hours, late nights, and last-minute changes should show before anywhere else in our copy.

Can I browse traders on Food Marketplace?

Yes. Some festive and holiday market profiles already list traders with their own pages on Food Marketplace. Where you see “Stalls with pages right now”, follow those links; otherwise use the market profile for the latest line-up we have.

Is Food Marketplace the official organiser website?

No. Food Marketplace is a discovery platform—we help you find UK food markets, seasonal and holiday markets, traders, and dishes in one place. Tickets, refunds, safety rules, and on-site policies always belong to the organiser or venue; check their official channels as well as our listing.

Does Food Marketplace verify health, safety, or crowd conditions?

We do not make independent claims about hygiene, safety, crowd levels, or suitability for specific groups. Use organiser and venue information, local signage, and your own judgement when you visit.

Is this list complete?

This guide reflects the listings currently categorised as Christmas markets in our live directory. We add and refine entries over time—if a market is missing, it may be listed under another type or not yet on the platform.

Editor Reference — Key Internal URLs

• Christmas markets hub
• UK locations index
• All markets
• Discover
• Blog — More guides and updates

Disclaimer: Food Marketplace does not verify health, safety, or crowd conditions. Always check with official organisers for the latest information.