Christmas Markets Near Belfast 2026

7 Christmas markets within 30 miles of Belfast city centre, nearest first, one of them in the city itself. 5 have 2026 dates confirmed by their organisers.

None open this weekend (17 and 18 October 2026). Next to open: Belfast Christmas Market, on Saturday 14 November 2026.

2026 Dates, Nearest to Belfast First

Distances are in a straight line from the centre of Belfast, so the journey by road or rail is longer.

Dates Not Yet Announced

• Larne Artisan Christmas Market (18 miles north)
• Ballymena Artisan Christmas Market (23 miles north-west)

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Further From Belfast, and Popular

The most searched Christmas markets between 30 and 60 miles away.

Questions About Christmas Markets Near Belfast

What is the nearest Christmas market to Belfast?

Belfast Christmas Market is in the city centre (14 Nov to 22 Dec 2026). The nearest outside the city is Dundonald Christmas Market in Dundonald, 5 miles east.

Which is the biggest Christmas market near Belfast?

Going by how many people in the UK search for each one, it is Belfast Christmas Market (city centre), followed by Lisburn Christmas Market (7 miles south-west).

When do Christmas markets near Belfast start in 2026?

Belfast Christmas Market is both the first to open, on Saturday 14 November 2026, and the last to close, on Tuesday 22 December 2026.

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