Whether you want to get your Christmas shopping done, or you're looking to buy festive treats and Christmas decorations, London's many festive markets and fairs are the place to be. They're also a great chance to shop small and support local and independent businesses. The following festive events are confirmed to be happening for Christmas 2026.
Central London Christmas 2026 markets and fairs
HYDE PARK WINTER WONDERLAND: If you like your Christmas shopping with a side of rides, theatre shows, and even an ice rink, then Hyde Park Winter Wonderland is where it's at. Visit traditional wooden chalets selling gifts, decorations, and more food and drink than you can shake a chimney cake at. Be warned though — it gets HECTIC, particularly on evenings and weekends closer to Christmas. 19 November 2026-3 January 2027
BETWEEN THE BRIDGES: South London-based creative hub SoLo Craft Fair returns to Between The Bridges for a series of Christmas markets. Head for the events venue — between the London Eye and the Hungerford Bridge — on selected Sundays to browse products by up to 60 makers. BTB has plenty of bars and street food/drink traders too, so mulled wine and the like will be readily available. Sundays 15, 22, 29 November, and 6, 13 and 20 December 2026
ST MARTIN-IN-THE-FIELDS: One of London's most central Christmas fairs sees Solo Craft Market taking over the Crypt of St Martin-in-the Fields on Trafalgar Square for two weekends in November with 90 independent makers, and free creative workshops. 21-232 and 28-28 November 2026
North London Christmas 2026 markets and fairs
GOOD HOUSEKEEPING AND COUNTRY LIVING CHRISTMAS FAIR: Expect high-end goods aplenty at the Country Living Magazine Christmas Fair at the Business Design Centre in Islington, which caters for all aspects of the festivities — jewellery, gin, cheese, textiles, artworks, you name it. There's also a programme full of talks and workshops, where you can make your own felted baubles or reindeer bunting. 11-14 November 2026
CRAFTY FOX CHRISTMAS MARKET: We're fans of Crafty Fox markets, which give local artists and craftspeople a place to sell their wares. It has its usual markets going on throughout the rest of the year, but the special Christmas Markets take place in November and December. Stalls tend to chop and change every year, with a mixture of jewellery, ceramics, homewares, beauty products, textiles and cards. We've never left empty-handed. FREE entry, 14-15 November (British Library) and 6 and 12 December 2026 (King's Cross)
South London Christmas 2026 markets and fairs
KINGSTON CHRISTMAS MARKET: A European-style Christmas market takes over the centre of Kingston, including the Ancient Market Place. Wooden chalets, twinkling lights, a carousel for kiddies... all very photogenic. 12 November-3 January 2027
DULWICH COLLEGE: A rare chance for the public to see inside Dulwich College, as the Barry Buildings, cloisters and courtyards host 130 stalls for its annual Christmas fair. Rumour has it that Father Christmas is planning to drop by too. 22 November 2026
FINNISH CHRISTMAS FAIR: Rotherhithe's Finnish Church hosts a traditional Finnish Christmas fair, with various gifts and food from Finland. 27-29 November and 4-6 December 2026
East London Christmas 2026 markets and fairs
SHOREDITCH: Independent makers are celebrated at the TOAST Festive Market, which take place in Shoreditch for the second time (previously held in King's Cross). Events venue Kachette is the place to head in mid-December with full details due to be announced closer to the time. 10-13 December 2026
LEADENHALL CRAFT MARKET: Traders from Solo Craft Fair set up within the Leadenhall Market atrium building, alongside the Christmas tree for a Christmas fair.14 November and 12 December 2026
West London Christmas 2026 markets and fairs
SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS FAIR: If you're the sort of person who's already started counting down to Christmas by September, the Spirit of Christmas Fair at Olympia is very much for you (and this year is the 25th anniversary of the event, so expect to see some special celebrations). It's a great excuse to officially begin the festivities in early November (!), and goes on for a whole week — ample time to browse the 600+ independent brands selling everything from clothes, health and beauty products, and food and drink, to Christmas decorations and other festive paraphernalia. 2-8 November 2026
HAMPTON COURT PALACE: Henry VIII would be happy that food is the theme at the Hampton Court Palace Festive Fayre, spanning two weekends in the courtyards of the Tudor king's former pad. Stock up on Christmas gifts for the foodies in your life, and keep yourself well-refreshed with street food and warming bevvies. Festive singalongs take place in front of the bandstand throughout the weekend, as well as carol services in the Chapel Royal. Psst... the Hampton Court Palace ice rink is open by then too... 4-6 and 11-13 December 2026
The below festive markets and fairs popped up in London last Christmas. We're very much hoping they'll return this year, and we'll update this page as soon as we have more details.
CHRISTMAS IN LEICESTER SQUARE: It's all change in Leicester Square this Christmas, as new ice rink Skate Leicester Square opens, surrounding the William Shakespeare statue. Fear not though, we are still promised 'twinkling Christmas market stalls' alongside the rink.
SOUTHBANK CENTRE WINTER MARKET: Once again, wooden chalets and twinkling lights pop up alongside the Thames for Southbank Centre's Winter Market. It focuses mainly on food and drink — think mulled wine, hot chocolate and street food — with a few craft traders in the mix. Be aware that the area tends to get VERY busy, particularly over the weekends. Consider visiting on a weekday or earlier in the season if you can.
THE GARDEN MUSEUM: The Beautiful & Useful Craft Fair at the Garden Museum in Lambeth has an emphasis on supporting British designer-makers, with a carefully curated selection of small businesses selling their products. Mechanical toys, hand-carved bowls and porcelain mugs are the specialities of some of the producers already signed up.
PECKHAM: A festive edition of the DIY Art Market pitches up at Copeland Park in Peckham, showcasing work by 150 up-and-coming artists and makers. Browse art prints, ceramics, zines, sculptures, jewellery, sewn items, and much more — with mince pies and mulled wine available to enjoy as you browse. The following day a Christmas Ceramics Market runs at the same venue, by the same organisers.
BELGRAVIA: Coinciding with the weekend of the Belgravia Christmas light switch-on, a festive market pops up in Eccleston Yards selling baked goods, perfume, jewellery and plenty more, with mulled wine readily available to get you into the festive spirit.
FULHAM PALACE CHRISTMAS FAIR: Do your Christmas shopping in the grounds and rooms of Fulham Palace. There's a special adults-only preview evening on the Friday night, before the fair opens to everyone on the Saturday and Sunday. Browse small-business stalls selling gifts and food items, tuck into festive refreshments including mince pies and mulled wine, enjoy performances by local choirs in the courtyard, and keep the kids occupied with crafts and a Christmas trail.
CHELSEA PHYSIC GARDEN: 100+ curated stands take over Chelsea Physic Garden for its Christmas Fair, spanning food, accessories, homewares and plants. The cafe is open too, serving up festive refreshments.
MAYFAIR CHRISTMAS MARKET: Italian-Asian restaurant Novikov closes Mayfair Place (close to Green Park station) to traffic for its three-day Christmas market. Gift stalls are present (if you'll excuse the pun), but as you might expect from a restaurant, there's a heavy focus on food — think speciality stalls offering parmesan wheel, oysters and caviar, as well as a champagne bar. Entertainment takes the form of DJs, roaming carol singers, and an appearance from Santa on the Saturday afternoon.
SYON PARK: Sadly, it doesn't look like the Enchanted Woodland light trail is happening at Syon Park this year, but the estate is hosting a three-day festive market, in the rather fancy setting of the Great Conservatory. 40 small businesses sell artwork, food, drink, clothing and accessories, jewellery and candles.
