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Wakefield, West Yorkshire

The Hepworth Wakefield Festive Market 2026

Runs Friday 20 November to Sunday 29 November 2026

DatesFriday 20 November to Sunday 29 November 2026 (5 open days)
Days ClosedOpen 20 to 22 Nov and 28 to 29 Nov only
Opening Times
  • Friday 20 November (evening only): 7pm to 10pm
  • Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 November: 10am to 4pm
  • Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 November: 10am to 4pm

Two weekends only, opening with a Friday evening session on 20 November. Shut Monday 23 to Friday 27 November.

WhereTileyard North, the converted mill buildings beside The Hepworth Wakefield gallery on the waterfront WF1 5FY Open in Maps
EntryTicket needed (2026): £2.50 in advance or £3.50 on the day; free for gallery members and under 18s, and with an exhibition ticket
OrganiserThe Hepworth Wakefield. Official page

The Hepworth Wakefield Festive Market: Quick Answers

When does The Hepworth Wakefield Festive Market start in 2026?

It opens on Friday 20 November 2026.

When does The Hepworth Wakefield Festive Market end?

The last day is Sunday 29 November 2026.

What time does The Hepworth Wakefield Festive Market open and close?

Friday 20 November (evening only) 7pm to 10pm; Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 November 10am to 4pm; Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 November 10am to 4pm. Two weekends only, opening with a Friday evening session on 20 November. Shut Monday 23 to Friday 27 November.

Is The Hepworth Wakefield Festive Market open every day?

No. Open 20 to 22 Nov and 28 to 29 Nov only.

Is The Hepworth Wakefield Festive Market free to enter?

No. Ticket needed (2026): £2.50 in advance or £3.50 on the day; free for gallery members and under 18s, and with an exhibition ticket.

Where is The Hepworth Wakefield Festive Market?

Tileyard North, the converted mill buildings beside The Hepworth Wakefield gallery on the waterfront, Wakefield WF1 5FY.

About The Hepworth Wakefield Festive Market

A makers' market of over 100 independent stalls across two November weekends at Tileyard North next to The Hepworth Wakefield, selling ceramics, prints, textiles, jewellery and food.

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Where Is The Hepworth Wakefield Festive Market?

Tileyard North, the converted mill buildings beside The Hepworth Wakefield gallery on the waterfront, Wakefield WF1 5FY. The other dots are nearby markets.

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