Folkestone, Kent
Folkestone Harbour Arm Festive Marketplace 2026
Runs Friday 13 November to Thursday 24 December 2026
| Dates | Friday 13 November to Thursday 24 December 2026 (22 open days) |
|---|---|
| Days Closed | 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 |
| Opening Times |
Opening day, Friday 13 November, runs 16:00 to 20:00 for the lights switch-on. |
| Where | Folkestone Harbour Arm and the Goods Yard CT20 1QH Open in Maps |
| Entry | Free to enter |
| Organiser | Folkestone Harbour Arm. Official page |
Folkestone Harbour Arm Festive Marketplace: Quick Answers
When does Folkestone Harbour Arm Festive Marketplace start in 2026?
It opens on Friday 13 November 2026.
When does Folkestone Harbour Arm Festive Marketplace end?
The last day is Thursday 24 December 2026.
What time does Folkestone Harbour Arm Festive Marketplace open and close?
Friday and Saturday 11am to 7pm; Sunday 11am to 6pm; Monday 21 to Thursday 24 December 11am to 6pm. Opening day, Friday 13 November, runs 16:00 to 20:00 for the lights switch-on.
Is Folkestone Harbour Arm Festive Marketplace open every day?
No. 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.
Is Folkestone Harbour Arm Festive Marketplace free to enter?
Yes.
Where is Folkestone Harbour Arm Festive Marketplace?
Folkestone Harbour Arm and the Goods Yard, Folkestone CT20 1QH.
About Folkestone Harbour Arm Festive Marketplace
Seafront market of local makers and food traders on the Harbour Arm, with a big screen and a grotto. Open Friday to Sunday from mid November, then daily in the four days before Christmas. Free.
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Where Is Folkestone Harbour Arm Festive Marketplace?
Folkestone Harbour Arm and the Goods Yard, Folkestone CT20 1QH. The other dots are nearby markets.
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Santa's Grotto at Folkestone Harbour Arm Festive Marketplace
Visit South East England (Tourism South East) says there will be a grotto (listed as "Christmas grotto") at the 2026 event, but had not published its dates, times or price when we checked. Place given: on the Harbour Arm as part of the Festive Marketplace; the listing does not say where. The tourism board lists a Christmas grotto among the market's entertainment, with no dates, price or booking details yet.
Source: Visit South East England (Tourism South East), checked 12 October 2026. All markets with a grotto.
Where to Stay Near Folkestone Harbour Arm Festive Marketplace
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