Get in the festive spirit in Yorkshire…
If you want to get in the mood for Christmas, then you can’t beat a Christmas market. Imagine wrapping up warm and heading out to a bustling festive market where you will find unique, hand-crafted gifts you simply won’t find anywhere else and where you can sample seasonal culinary delights topped off with a warm glass of mulled wine.
Let’s explore the best Christmas Markets in Yorkshire…
As well as the ideal opportunity to pick up special gifts for loved ones, it’s also the perfect place to gather with friends and family to really get into the festive spirit.
Yorkshire has some of the best Christmas markets you’ll find anywhere. From vibrant city markets lining the busy urban streets to smaller, more intimate country village Christmas festivals offering something more low-key and traditional, the choice is yours!
York
York’s annual Christmas Festival is one of the most popular in the region and is known for its traditional feel and festive ambiance. From November 14 until December 22, the area around Parliament Street and St Sampson’s Square in the city centre will be taken over by 75 alpine chalets, all offering a range of local hand-made arts and crafts and seasonal edible treats worldwide.
Children will love the traditional vintage carousel, and there are live events and entertainment throughout the festival to really help put visitors in the mood for Christmas.
Leeds
Head to the for its annual Leeds Christmas markets from Friday 22nd November to Sunday 22nd December 2024, when the city becomes home to traditional timber stalls selling artisan goods and homemade festive treats with traders hailing locally and worldwide. There are festive trails, choir performances, and a visit from the man himself,
Father Christmas helps get the kids in the festive spirit, and the city’s iconic Victorian shopping arcades help to create a truly magical festive atmosphere.
Knaresborough
The traditional town of Knaresborough is the perfect place for the best of Yorkshire’s Christmas markets, with the backdrop of the viaduct and castle providing a dramatic centrepiece. The markets will take place over the weekend of Dec 7 and 8.
The town’s historic marketplace will be showcased by surrounding shops and eateries with festive window displays and live entertainment throughout the weekend. The infamous Christmas Tree Festival at St John’s Church will have more than 70 hand-decorated trees, creating a stunning festive spectacle. The weekend will end with a show-stopping fireworks display. If you’re not in the mood for Christmas by the end of this weekend, you never will be!
Harrogate
The iconic spa town of Harrogate is the venue for the annual Harrogate Christmas Fayre, running from November 29 until December 15 this year. During this time, local traders and traditional European stall holders will showcase their wares, from artisan arts and crafts and festive decorations to international edible treats and seasonal drinks. With live entertainment throughout the festival, Harrogate is the place to be if you want to immerse yourself in a traditional Christmas vibe and pick up some unique gifts for friends and loved ones at the same time.
Why not take a break from Christmas shopping and enjoy all the fun of the fair at the Great Yorkshire Christmas Fair near Harrogate, where the whole family can enjoy traditional fairground rides with a suitably festive backdrop?
Other Christmas Markets in Yorkshire
Christmas markets and festivals throughout Yorkshire are in the festive season, so don’t miss out! Try these:
So, if you want to make Christmas 2024 the best ever, then make sure to head to Yorkshire this festive period!
Please note: All dates/information above are correct at the time of publishing.
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