The Ultimate Guide to Christmas Markets in North East England 2026


I can't believe how quickly Christmas Market season has come around. As usual, I'm sharing my guide to the region's best Christmas Markets.

If you know of any other Christmas Markets in our region, please email the details to sam@northeastfamilyfun.co.uk You must include a website / FB event link to be considered for this post. 


The Ultimate Guide to Christmas Markets in North East England 2026




Please remember that this post is written in advance and events can change/be cancelled even at the last minute. Always double-check details with organisers before heading out. 


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Click the blue links for more info including whether tickets are required, cost, location, timings, postcode and more. Please contact the event organisers via the blue links with any queries. 


Interested in Christmas Markets abroad? Check out these posts: 





🧑‍🎄 North East Christmas Markets : October - 8 November 2026

🧑‍🎄 North East Christmas Markets : 9- 15 November 2026


🧑‍🎄 North East Christmas Markets : 23 - 29 November 2026

🧑‍🎄 North East Christmas Markets : 30 November - 6 December 2026


🧑‍🎄 North East Christmas Markets : 7 - 13 December 2026

🧑‍🎄 North East Christmas Markets : 14 - 24 December 2026


As always, these events are subject to change and last minute cancellations are possible so ALWAYS check with venues direct for up-to-date info before heading out.

Let me know if you know of any others and I will put together an ultimate list on my website next week.

I’m really sorry I can’t include School Christmas Fayres as there are simply too many and I would hope that most families would know about and support their own.





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18 comments

  1. Gill Ainsley24 October 2018 at 09:00

    Great information! Thank you

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  2. Danni Hesketh24 October 2018 at 11:32

    Hi, Christmas Village Newcastle launches on 9th November running everyday and includes our Craft Mini Market taking place every weekend...

    Featuring a big Bavarian Beer Hall with entertainment, Christmas Log Cabin serving drinks, German Street Food Huts, Ice Rink, Craft Mini Market, Santas Grotto and lots more!

    Friday 9th Nov 2018 – Saturday 5th Jan 2019
    Free entry – 7 days a week – Midday until Midnight
    Centre For Life, Times Square, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 4EP

    https://www.facebook.com/events/2139953662727842/

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    1. Sam Rickelton | Family Travel Blogger24 October 2018 at 11:56

      Hi Danni - I'd already included this one (it's before the dates start)

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    2. Danni Hesketh24 October 2018 at 15:26

      Amazing thank you Sam - So busy I can't even read properly! Thank you so much for sharing x

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    3. Sam Rickelton | Family Travel Blogger24 October 2018 at 16:46

      No worries - didn't want you to think I was ignoring you - there's a lot of info to decipher. I can't wait to visit! x

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  3. Kim Carberry24 October 2018 at 16:52

    Oh wow! What a fab list. I am determined to go to a Christmas market this year. x

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  4. Sharon Sinclair-Williams24 October 2018 at 19:24

    Sam what can I say? You've knocked it out of the park again with your amazing list building xo

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  5. New Girl in Toon24 October 2018 at 20:52

    OMG there are SO many, how on earth do you pick which to visit! Which are your favourites?

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  6. Unknown26 October 2018 at 12:47

    Don't forget Hexham Christmas Market on 7th and 8th December! It's fab!

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  7. Unknown31 October 2018 at 08:09

    Hi

    Stepney Bank Stables is having a Christmas Fair full of family fun on 1st December, there will be pony rides, stalls, hook the duck, inflatables and much more

    https://www.facebook.com/events/2672143546144913/

    thanks

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  8. JenG11 September 2019 at 17:25

    Great list! Thank you! Another one for the list- Raby Castle have their Christmas fair 7/8 December.

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  9. Unknown10 November 2019 at 17:25

    Would anyone recommend a market to take someone that carnt walk far?

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  10. Unknown23 November 2019 at 09:33

    good information on xmass markets thank you

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  11. Anonymous26 November 2025 at 17:06

    Fantastic list , will definitely be going along to a few of these :) Thank you

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