Christmas Markets in Hampshire 2026
8 Christmas markets in Hampshire, all with 2026 dates confirmed by their organisers. The first to open is Southampton Christmas Market, on Thursday 12 November; the last to close is Southampton Christmas Market, on Sunday 27 December 2026.
None open this weekend (17 and 18 October 2026). Next to open: Southampton Christmas Market, on Thursday 12 November 2026.
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2026 Dates, in the Order They Open
| Market | Dates | Days Closed | Entry |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southampton Christmas Market Southampton | 12 Nov to 27 Dec 2026 | Closed on Fri 25 Dec | Free |
| Winchester Cathedral Christmas Market Winchester | 20 Nov to 22 Dec 2026 | Open every day of its run | Free |
| Artful Christmas Market at Sir Harold Hillier Gardens Romsey | 21 to 22 Nov 2026 | Open every day of its run | Free |
| Hawk Conservancy Trust Christmas Market Andover | 26 to 29 Nov 2026 | Open every day of its run | Ticket |
| Hotwalls Studios Festive Creative Market Portsmouth | 28 Nov to 6 Dec 2026 | Open Saturdays and Sundays only | Free |
| Milestones Christmas Market Basingstoke | 5 to 6 Dec 2026 | Open every day of its run | |
| Port Solent Festival of Christmas Market Portsmouth | 5 to 6 Dec 2026 | Open every day of its run | Free |
| Petersfield Christmas Market Petersfield | 13 Dec 2026 | One day only | Free |
Questions About Christmas Markets in Hampshire
Which is the biggest Christmas market in Hampshire?
Going by how many people in the UK search for each one, it is Winchester Cathedral Christmas Market (20 Nov to 22 Dec 2026), followed by Southampton Christmas Market.
When do Christmas markets in Hampshire start in 2026?
The first is Southampton Christmas Market, which opens on Thursday 12 November 2026. The last to close is Southampton Christmas Market, on Sunday 27 December 2026.
Which Christmas markets in Hampshire charge for entry?
Hawk Conservancy Trust Christmas Market needs a ticket or paid entry. Each market's page gives the price where the organiser has published it.
Just Outside Hampshire
Midhurst Christmas Market
Midhurst, West Sussex
5 Dec 2026
9 miles from the nearest market here
Northwood House Christmas Fair
Cowes, Isle of Wight
28 to 29 Nov 2026
9 miles from the nearest market here
Garlic Farm Christmas Market
Newchurch, Isle of Wight
5 to 6 Dec 2026
9 miles from the nearest market here
West Wittering Beach Christmas Market
West Wittering, West Sussex
5 to 6 Dec 2026
9 miles from the nearest market here
West Dean Christmas Market
West Dean, West Sussex
27 to 28 Nov 2026
10 miles from the nearest market here
Weald & Downland Living Museum Christmas Market
Singleton, West Sussex
21 to 22 Nov 2026
10 miles from the nearest market here
More in South East: Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, East Sussex, Isle of Wight, Kent, Oxfordshire, Surrey, West Sussex, Sussex, London. Or find the markets nearest your postcode. How we check dates.