# Christmas on the Square, Barnsley 2026

> Christmas on the Square, Barnsley runs 4 to 20 December 2026 in Barnsley. Open 4 to 6 Dec, 12 Dec and 18 to 20 Dec only. Opening times, where it is and entry cost, checked against the venue on 12 October 2026.

Source: https://bestchristmasmarkets.co.uk/markets/barnsley/

Barnsley, [South Yorkshire](https://bestchristmasmarkets.co.uk/areas/south-yorkshire/)

Runs Friday 4 December to Sunday 20 December 2026

| Dates | Friday 4 December to Sunday 20 December 2026 (7 open days) |
| --- | --- |
| Days Closed | Open 4 to 6 Dec, 12 Dec and 18 to 20 Dec only |
| Opening Times | Market stalls are on 4 to 6 December and 18 to 20 December (Artisan Street Fayre) and 12 December (Young Trader Market) only. A tipi bar on the square opens daily 12:00 to 23:00 from 4 December to New Year's Eve. |
| Where | The Glass Works Square in Barnsley town centre S70 1GW [Open in Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=53.553,-1.4787) |
| Entry | Free to enter |
| Organiser | The Glass Works (Barnsley Council). [Official page](https://www.theglassworksbarnsley.com/events/christmas-on-the-square/) |

## Checked Against the Source

These dates and times come from the venue's own page, not from another guide.

- [The Glass Works, Barnsley](https://www.theglassworksbarnsley.com/events/christmas-on-the-square/), checked 12 October 2026
- [Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council](https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/services/events/), checked 12 October 2026

Organisers sometimes change hours or close early in bad weather. On the day, check the [official page](https://www.theglassworksbarnsley.com/events/christmas-on-the-square/). Spotted something out of date? [Tell us](https://bestchristmasmarkets.co.uk/contact/).

## Christmas on the Square, Barnsley: Quick Answers

### When does Christmas on the Square, Barnsley start in 2026?

It opens on Friday 4 December 2026.

### When does Christmas on the Square, Barnsley end?

The last day is Sunday 20 December 2026.

### What time does Christmas on the Square, Barnsley open and close?

The organiser had not published 2026 opening times when we checked on 12 October 2026. The dates are confirmed.

### Is Christmas on the Square, Barnsley open every day?

No. Open 4 to 6 Dec, 12 Dec and 18 to 20 Dec only.

### Is Christmas on the Square, Barnsley free to enter?

Yes.

### Where is Christmas on the Square, Barnsley?

The Glass Works Square in Barnsley town centre, Barnsley S70 1GW.

## About Christmas on the Square, Barnsley

Barnsley's festive programme on The Glass Works Square. Market stalls come on two weekends as the Artisan Street Fayre, plus a one-day young traders' market, alongside a tipi bar with live music that stays until New Year's Eve.

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## Where Is Christmas on the Square, Barnsley?

The Glass Works Square in Barnsley town centre, Barnsley S70 1GW. The other dots are nearby markets.

## Where to Stay Near Christmas on the Square, Barnsley

**Staying the night?** See hotels and rooms near the stalls on a map, priced for Saturday 5 December.

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