As you count down the sleeps till Santa, towns and cities in the South East are coming to life with a host of vibrant Christmas Markets for you to enjoy.
The Christmas markets are full of some unique and unusual gift ideas and with hand picked stalls, food, drink and entertainment to get you in the festive spirit. Whether your looking for small stocking fillers to personalised gifts, seeking out Christmas gifts for your loved ones, or some festive inspiration, South East England has some of the best christmas markets in the UK and our guide will help you discover some of the best markets the region has to offer. Christmas Markets are shown in start date order.
More Christmas Markets are being added all the time, so keep checking back to find out where you can enjoy some festive shopping around the South East below. You can also enjoy slipping and sliding your way into the Christmas season with some ice skating or spending time at one of the region's fantastic festive illumination events, lighting up the winter darkness or meeting the big man himself - Santa Claus.
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Southampton
The 2023 Southampton Christmas Market witll this year take place from Thursday 16th November until Tuesday 2nd January 2024.
Christmas
Bournemouth
Spectacular Christmas tree trail, enchanting illuminations and seasonal family fun!
Participatory Event
Winchester
Winchester Cathedral Christmas Market is recognised as one of the best in Europe. Taking place from 17th November – 21st December 2023, Winchester Cathedral's Christmas Market is renowned for its bustling atmosphere, stunning location and handpicked…
Christmas
Aylesbury
Soak up the sights, smells and sounds of Christmas with our hand-selected stalls, all houses in charming wooden chalets, surrounded by twinkling trees. Offering a festive shopping experience not to be missed, Waddesdon's much-loved Christmas Fair…
Christmas
Chichester
Step into a magical world of festive charm this December and join Draper's Yard for a Christmas Market with a difference.
Set to the pretty backdrop of the Draper's Yard courtyard, complete with twinkling lights and roaring fire pit. This…
Christmas
Maidenhead
Our popular Artisan Fairs return this festive season. The perfect opportunity to browse for unique presents as local artisan stallholders showcase their handmade wares.
General event
Shoreham-by-Sea
Shoreham Christmas Makers Fair
Join us as we return to Shoreham for our 7th year for our Christmas Makers Fair, a festive extravaganza that celebrates the spirit of the season! Get ready to immerse yourself in a world of creativity and…
Outdoor Event / Activities
Gorelands Lane, Chalfont St. Giles
A special festive event
A special festive weekend opening. Come and find out a little about how Christmas was celebrated in the past and see some of the Museum's historic buildings traditionally decorated for Christmas.
There will be an artisan…
Christmas
Churchill Way West, Basingstoke
Join us for the annual Milestones Christmas market! The perfect opportunity to do your Christmas shopping – and find that something a little bit different!
Arts
Midhurst
We are delighted to be returning to the spacious, modern surroundings of Midhurst Rother College to showcase our contemporary crafts.
Christmas
Faringdon
Its the Farringdon Christmas Light Switch on Saturday 2nd December.
With a Christmas market from 11.00am, music around the Christmas tree, a Santa Grotto, light switch on at 5pm and historic tours around All Saints Church at 3pm and 4pm (church…
Free Event
Shoreham by Sea
Join us as we return to Shoreham for our 7th year for our Christmas Makers Fair, a festive extravaganza that celebrates the spirit of the season! Get ready to immerse yourself in a world of creativity and craftsmanship, as up to 50 talented artisans…
Christmas
Poole
Come and visit the newest Christmas Market in Poole! Located in Hennings on Poole Quay, this new market is open every Saturday and Sunday from the 25th November through to the 24th December.
Open from 10am to 4pm (until 8pm on the 25th November to…
Christmas
Chiddingfold
Ramster Christmas Market takes place inside our beautiful Jacobean halls.
Discover a unique collection of locally made gifts including food and drink, beauty products, art and homewares.
For an extra treat, the Lammas Handbell Ringers will be…
Christmas
Wallingford
The annual Christmas market will take place on Sunday 4th December, with independent trading stalls, charity organisations and local businesses open for a spot of Christmas shopping. The Santa Dash will start and finish in the marketplace and 1155's…
Christmas
Didcot
We are delighted to announce that this year again in partnership with Play2Give we will be hosting a Christmas Festive Market. This will be held at the Market Place and along the Broadway Didcot. Stalls with gifts, food and drink, local charities…
Markets
Hastings
Hastings Grand Christmas Weekend Market
Food
Portsmouth
Treat yourself – and your family – to a day filled with festive fun at Port Solent’s brilliant Festival of Christmas.
Christmas
Nr Wheatley
Get into the Christmas spirit at Waterperry Gardens with a number of Arts and Craft Stalls with gorgeous handmade gift ideas and festive food and drink along with Christmas shopping from our Gallery, Gift Barn and Christmas Shop and festive events…