Looking for a magical market to visit this Christmas? Whether you want to dress up like a Victorian, snuggle up on a Welsh Christmas harbour, or have your socks knocked off by 85ft rides that are so high you see an aerial view of London! There is something for everyone to enjoy this Christmas. So, let’s find some ‘Christmas markets near me’, so you can plan this festive season!
Christmas Markets in Scotland
Edinburgh Christmas Markets
Don’t forget the Elf workshop, Santa’s Grotto and the fabulous ice rink!
East Princes Street Gardens, Edinburgh, EH2 2HG
15th November 2024 - 4th January 2025
December At Eden Court, Inverness
For families who are looking for a unique and high-quality produce Christmas market, head over to the Highlands at the December at Eden Court. Enjoy exquisite food and drink, with first-class experts in patisseries, cheeses, charcuterie and chocolates. Everything in the market is specialised, therefore, a perfect place to treat yourself and buy gifts!
Beyond food stalls, there is a wonderful selection of skilfully crafted goods, from silver jewellery, tweed accessories, clothing, photography, candles and stoneware! The Inverness Eden Christmas and Craft Fair is a wonderful place to indulge in. After all, it is Christmas, treat yourself!
Bishops Rd, Inverness, IV3 5SA
15th November – 1st December 2024
Christmas Markets in Wales
Cardiff’s Winter Wonderland
Set against the beautiful backdrop of Cardiff Castle, the air will be filled with the alluring smell of wonderful food. Whether you choose a Yorkshire puffing wrap or traditional German sausages and then take to the skies as you ride the Big Wheel – are you ready for the most magical views? Sip on some hot chocolate or mulled wine as you go around and then treat yourself to another drink at the Ice Bar for some cocktails.
There is also a fabulous ski bar Sur La Pista with exciting entertainment – start your Christmas season off the right way!
Cardiff Castle Grounds, Cardiff, CF10 3RB
14th November 2024 - 5th January 2025
Cardiff Christmas Market
From gas melts, fruit wines, stained glass and original pencil drawings, to baked goods, handmade jewellery and anything your heart truly desires. With a bustling atmosphere under the night sky and festive lights twinkling all around, you know Christmas is really here.
St John St, Cardiff, CF10 1GJ
14th November - 23rd December 2024
Christmas Markets in North West
Chester Christmas Market
Parents can also enjoy a tipple…or two, with mulled wine and lots of beer to bring in that festive cheer!
Town Hall, Northgate St, Chester, CH1 2HQ
15th November to 22nd December 2024
Manchester’s Christmas Market
Of course, you won’t be short of any shopping opportunities this holiday season as they’ll have Christmas crafts and gifts ready to be purchased for a loved one! We’re also hoping the ice rink will come back for a cool addition to the festive atmosphere, which will be great for the whole family.
Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M1 1AF
8th November to 22nd December 2024
Christmas Markets in the North East
Spanish City Christmas Market, South Shields
This popular venue hosts an array of Christmas market stalls where you can buy unique, handcrafted gifts for your family. Local delicacies will also be available to stock up on at festive food stalls, where handmade sweet and savoury treats will be sold.
The venue also offers similar future events such as Festive Afternoon Tea, Breakfast with Santa and a Festive Lunch with Santa!
Spanish City, Spanish City Plaza, Whitley Bay, Tyne and Wear, NE26 1BG
22nd – 24th November 2024
Durham Christmas Festival
There will also be some superb seasonal entertainment for the whole family to enjoy, throughout these 3 days of wonder.
Could it get any more magical?
Market Place, Durham DH1 3NJ
6th - 8th December 2024
York Christmas Festival
With a range of festive events, their famous alpine chalets lining Parliament Street and St Sampson’s Square and a host of local traders and artisan products. You’ll be able to grab fabulous gifts here while having a jolly good time!
What’s not to love? Enchanting environments, festive fairy lights, alluring artisan foods and the season of merriment.
1 Museum Street, York, YO1 7DT
14th November - 22nd December 2024
Christmas Markets in the Midlands
Birmingham Frankfurt Market
And what better way to appreciate Dutch celebrations than sinking your gnashers into some seriously delicious grub! Traditional German cuisine is sold from each market shack, such as Schnitzel, spicy sausage and pretzels. Then hot Gluhwein (mulled wine), Weissbier (wheat beer), and tasty hot chocolate.
Once your tummies are full and warm, why explore Centenary Square for a skate on the ice rink or a ride in the big wheel, for a magnificent aerial view of Birmingham? There is also a traditional carousel and of course, endless opportunities to sing along with the singing moose.
If you are on the hunt for Christmas presents, then there are multiple stalls to choose from. Have a browse through handcrafted toys, jewellery, crystal lamps, glass baubles and much more!
Victoria Square, Birmingham, B1 1BD
1st November – 24th December 2024
Stratford upon Avon Victorian Christmas Market
This quirky market offers a chance to dress up like a Victorian and shop like one too! With costume stalls, handmade gifts, a traditional funfair and a carousel, you are truly spoilt for choice! There will be lively entertainment running throughout the town and a live stage for performers on Henley Street. Celebrate like it’s 1899 this Christmas!
Bridge Street, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 6AB
7th, 8th, 14th and 15th November 2024
Christmas Markets in the South East
Hyde Park Winter Wonderland, London
Located in the heart of London, Hyde Park’s Winter Wonderland hosts a large-scale six-week celebration. There are a multitude of fun activities to engage with such as magical performances, endless shopping, street food shacks, and fairground rides. As well as cosy bars like Thor’s tipi and the Bavarian Village!
Other entertainment includes winter arcades and fairground rides, as well as a Christmas haunted house! Some of the best views of London can be seen from some of the biggest rides, like the XXL and the Hangover Ride, which is a staggering 85 feet high!
Whether you are cosying up with hot chocolate by the ice rink, guzzling Bavarian beer, singing along to festive tunes, running around Santa Land with the kids or shopping til near dropping. Winter Wonderland is an excellent day out with the family!
Hyde Park, London, W2 2UH
21st November 2024 to 5th January 2025
Brighton Christmas Festival
Are you ready to have some outrageous fun? Soar to new heights on the fantastic fairground rides, or outskate your parents on the ice rink. Visit Santa in his enchanting Grotto and indulge in mouth-watering baked goods. Don’t forget to enjoy street entertainment and buy your perfect festive gift here too!
Then unwind and kick back as you treat yourself to beer, mulled wine or hot chocolate. It’s the perfect place to visit a day out on the pier. And enjoy the evening as the twinkling fairy lights illuminate the dark skies.
York Pl, Brighton, BN1 4GU
23rd November - 24th December 2024
Christmas Markets in the South West
Eden Project Christmas Market, St. Austell, Cornwall
This market will sell a glorious array of Christmas gifts, home accessories, ethical fashion, beachwear, jewellery and skincare. But there is also a diverse and delectable range of artisan food and drink products in the Ginsters Food Hall. With the sparkling surroundings of the Eden Project, an abundance of festive cheer and Christmas magic, you’ll feel like you’re in a wonderland.
Make this Christmas unforgettable.
Eden Project, Bodelva, Cornwall, PL24 2SG
27th - 28th November 2024
Bristol Christmas Market
But don’t forget to treat yourself with warm hot chocolate, mulled wine or German Gluehwein at the Jäger Barn Bar! A fabulous place to soak up the festive atmosphere with some friends.
Broadmead in Bristol Shopping Quarter, BS1 1UX
1st November - 23rd December 2024
Christmas Markets in Northern Ireland
Belfast City Hall Christmas Market
In this Christmas market diverse local produce is celebrated such as lobster burgers from Mourne Seafood, men’s grooming products from Belfast Beard Company and festive ice cream from the famous North Belfast family-run company Rossi’s. With over 40% of the market stalls being local sellers and businesses, culture, community and Christmas are celebrated all in one. International produce is also sold as the market’s popularity continues to grow!
For a homemade, homegrown and wholesome Christmas the Belfast City hall Christmas markets may be the place for you and your family.
But it’s not all about the food! There’s plenty of entertainment around for the family, from a vintage helter-skelter, a huge observation wheel, a Santa train, a carousel, a large snow slide and so much more. Your whole family will truly have a magical time at this German-style market with your Belfast Christmas!
Donegall Square N, Belfast, BT1 5GS
16th November - 22nd December 2024
Found somewhere magical you wish to mooch around this Christmas? Whether you’re in the mood for German Bratwurst, wish for your kids to see Santa or enjoy a night out with your friends drinking mulled wine. You’ll find a buzzing atmosphere at all these ‘Christmas markets near me’, that your festivities can start off the right way!
Don’t forget to check out our other Christmas blogs for more inspiration! Want to make your own cards this year? Or perhaps you want to think about how to entertain the kids on Christmas Eve and head to a magical Christmas event near you?