# North Shields Christmas Market 2026

> North Shields Christmas Market runs 5 to 6 December 2026 in North Shields. Opening times, where it is and entry cost, checked against the official tourism board on 12 October 2026.

Source: https://bestchristmasmarkets.co.uk/markets/north-shields/

North Shields, [Tyne and Wear](https://bestchristmasmarkets.co.uk/areas/tyne-and-wear/)

Runs Saturday 5 December to Sunday 6 December 2026

| Dates | Saturday 5 December to Sunday 6 December 2026 (2 open days) |
| --- | --- |
| Days Closed | None listed: open every day of its run |
| Opening Times | The market is opened at 10:00 on the Saturday; full hours not yet published |
| Where | Northumberland Square and Howard Street in the town centre NE30 1QU [Open in Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=55.0103,-1.446) |
| Entry | Free to enter |
| Organiser | North Tyneside Council. [Official page](https://visitnorthtyneside.com/events/event/north-shields-christmas-market/) |

## Checked Against the Source

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

- [Visit North Tyneside (North Tyneside Council)](https://visitnorthtyneside.com/events/event/north-shields-christmas-market/), checked 12 October 2026

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 Spotted something out of date?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

## North Shields Christmas Market: Quick Answers

### When does North Shields Christmas Market start in 2026?

It opens on Saturday 5 December 2026.

### When does North Shields Christmas Market end?

The last day is Sunday 6 December 2026.

### What time does North Shields Christmas Market open and close?

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

### Is North Shields Christmas Market open every day?

Yes. The organiser lists no closed days between 5 Dec and 6 Dec.

### Is North Shields Christmas Market free to enter?

Yes.

### Where is North Shields Christmas Market?

Northumberland Square and Howard Street in the town centre, North Shields NE30 1QU.

## About North Shields Christmas Market

Weekend market of around 70 stalls in Northumberland Square and Howard Street, with street food, choirs and fairground rides.

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## Where Is North Shields Christmas Market?

Northumberland Square and Howard Street in the town centre, North Shields NE30 1QU. The other dots are nearby markets.

## Where to Stay Near North Shields Christmas Market

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

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See all [Christmas markets near Newcastle](https://bestchristmasmarkets.co.uk/near/newcastle/). More in [North East](https://bestchristmasmarkets.co.uk/regions/north-east/), or see [every market's 2026 dates](https://bestchristmasmarkets.co.uk/dates/).