Christmas Markets in Sussex 2026
11 Christmas markets in Sussex, 9 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 Chichester Festive Market, on Sunday 13 December 2026.
East Sussex and West Sussex together.
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 |
| Weald & Downland Living Museum Christmas Market Singleton | 21 to 22 Nov 2026 | Open every day of its run | Ticket |
| West Dean Christmas Market West Dean | 27 to 28 Nov 2026 | Open every day of its run | Ticket |
| Christmas Makers Market at Petworth Petworth | 28 to 29 Nov 2026 | Open every day of its run | |
| Chichester Festive Market Chichester | 4 to 13 Dec 2026 | Open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays only | Free |
| Christmas in Little Chelsea Eastbourne | 4 Dec 2026 | One day only | Free |
| Midhurst Christmas Market Midhurst | 5 Dec 2026 | One day only | |
| Petworth Christmas Cracker Petworth | 5 Dec 2026 | One day only | Free |
| West Wittering Beach Christmas Market West Wittering | 5 to 6 Dec 2026 | Open every day of its run | Free |
Dates Not Yet Announced
Questions About Christmas Markets in Sussex
When do Christmas markets in Sussex start in 2026?
The first is Hastings Christmas Designer Maker Fair, which opens on Saturday 21 November 2026. The last to close is Chichester Festive Market, on Sunday 13 December 2026.
Which Christmas markets in Sussex charge for entry?
Weald & Downland Living Museum Christmas Market and West Dean Christmas Market need a ticket or paid entry. Each market's page gives the price where the organiser has published it.
Just Outside Sussex
Ramster Christmas Market
Chiddingfold, Surrey
21 to 22 Nov 2026
8 miles from the nearest market here
Petersfield Christmas Market
Petersfield, Hampshire
13 Dec 2026
9 miles from the nearest market here
Hotwalls Studios Festive Creative Market
Portsmouth, Hampshire
28 Nov to 6 Dec 2026
Open Saturdays and Sundays only
9 miles from the nearest market here
Port Solent Festival of Christmas Market
Portsmouth, Hampshire
5 to 6 Dec 2026
10 miles from the nearest market here
Godalming Christmas Festival Market
Godalming, Surrey
28 Nov 2026
14 miles from the nearest market here
Tenterden Christmas Market
Tenterden, Kent
19 to 22 Nov 2026
15 miles from the nearest market here
More in South East: Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, East Sussex, Hampshire, Isle of Wight, Kent, Oxfordshire, Surrey, West Sussex, London. Or find the markets nearest your postcode. How we check dates.