Christmas Markets in East Sussex 2026
3 Christmas markets in East Sussex, 2 with 2026 dates confirmed by their organisers. The first to open is Hastings Christmas Designer Maker Fair, on Saturday 21 November; the last to close is Christmas in Little Chelsea, on Friday 4 December 2026.
None open this weekend (17 and 18 October 2026). Next to open: Hastings Christmas Designer Maker Fair, on Saturday 21 November 2026.
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2026 Dates, in the Order They Open
| Market | Dates | Days Closed | Entry |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hastings Christmas Designer Maker Fair Hastings | 21 to 22 Nov 2026 | Open every day of its run | Free |
| Christmas in Little Chelsea Eastbourne | 4 Dec 2026 | One day only | Free |
Dates Not Yet Announced
Questions About Christmas Markets in East Sussex
When do Christmas markets in East Sussex start in 2026?
The first is Hastings Christmas Designer Maker Fair, which opens on Saturday 21 November 2026. The last to close is Christmas in Little Chelsea, on Friday 4 December 2026.
Just Outside East Sussex
Tenterden Christmas Market
Tenterden, Kent
19 to 22 Nov 2026
15 miles from the nearest market here
The Pantiles Boutique Christmas Market
Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
13 Nov to 24 Dec 2026
Open 13 to 15 Nov, 20 to 22 Nov, 27 to 29 Nov, 4 to 6 Dec, 11 to 13 Dec and 18 to 24 Dec only
23 miles from the nearest market here
Petworth Christmas Cracker
Petworth, West Sussex
5 Dec 2026
24 miles from the nearest market here
Christmas Makers Market at Petworth
Petworth, West Sussex
28 to 29 Nov 2026
24 miles from the nearest market here
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