# Northumbria University Christmas Market and Tree Lighting 2026

> Northumbria University Christmas Market and Tree Lighting runs 17 November 2026 in Newcastle upon Tyne. Opening times, where it is and entry cost, checked against the organiser on 15 October 2026.

Source: https://bestchristmasmarkets.co.uk/markets/northumbria-university/

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

One day only: Tuesday 17 November 2026

| Dates | Tuesday 17 November 2026 |
| --- | --- |
| Opening Times | Tuesday 17 November: **1pm to 5.30pm** The Christmas lights are switched on at about 16:15 |
| Where | City Campus Quad, in front of the Northumbria Students' Union building NE1 8ST [Open in Maps](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=54.9766,-1.6075) |
| Entry | No ticket is mentioned on the official page |
| Organiser | Northumbria University with Northumbria Students' Union. [Official page](https://www.northumbria.ac.uk/about-us/news-events/events/2026/11/christmas-market-and-tree-lighting-2026/) |

## Checked Against the Source

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

- [Northumbria University](https://www.northumbria.ac.uk/about-us/news-events/events/2026/11/christmas-market-and-tree-lighting-2026/), checked 15 October 2026

Organisers sometimes change hours or close early in bad weather. On the day, check the [official page](https://www.northumbria.ac.uk/about-us/news-events/events/2026/11/christmas-market-and-tree-lighting-2026/). Spotted something out of date? [Tell us](https://bestchristmasmarkets.co.uk/contact/).

## Northumbria University Christmas Market and Tree Lighting: Quick Answers

### When is Northumbria University Christmas Market and Tree Lighting in 2026?

It is on Tuesday 17 November 2026, for one day only.

### What time does Northumbria University Christmas Market and Tree Lighting open and close?

Tuesday 17 November 1pm to 5.30pm. The Christmas lights are switched on at about 16:15.

### Where is Northumbria University Christmas Market and Tree Lighting?

City Campus Quad, in front of the Northumbria Students' Union building, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 8ST.

## About Northumbria University Christmas Market and Tree Lighting

An afternoon market of stalls with festive food and drink on Northumbria University's city campus, ending with the Christmas tree lights switch-on. Open to the public as well as students and staff.

## Where Is Northumbria University Christmas Market and Tree Lighting?

City Campus Quad, in front of the Northumbria Students' Union building, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 8ST. The other dots are nearby markets.

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