Christmas Markets Near Brighton 2026
13 Christmas markets within 30 miles of Brighton city centre, nearest first, one of them in the city itself. 11 have 2026 dates confirmed by their organisers.
None open this weekend (17 and 18 October 2026). Next to open: Hever Christmas Fair, on Friday 6 November 2026.
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2026 Dates, Nearest to Brighton First
| Market and Distance From Brighton | Dates | Days Closed | Entry |
|---|---|---|---|
| Christmas in Little Chelsea Eastbourne, 19 miles east | 4 Dec 2026 | One day only | Free |
| Petworth Christmas Cracker Petworth, 24 miles north-west | 5 Dec 2026 | One day only | Free |
| Christmas Makers Market at Petworth Petworth, 24 miles north-west | 28 to 29 Nov 2026 | Open every day of its run | |
| The Pantiles Boutique Christmas Market Royal Tunbridge Wells, 27 miles north-east | 13 Nov to 24 Dec 2026 | 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 | Free |
| Hever Christmas Fair Hever, 27 miles north-east | 6 Nov 2026 | One day only | Ticket |
| Weald & Downland Living Museum Christmas Market Singleton, 28 miles west | 21 to 22 Nov 2026 | Open every day of its run | Ticket |
| Chichester Festive Market Chichester, 28 miles west | 4 to 13 Dec 2026 | Open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays only | Free |
| West Dean Christmas Market West Dean, 29 miles west | 27 to 28 Nov 2026 | Open every day of its run | Ticket |
| Midhurst Christmas Market Midhurst, 29 miles north-west | 5 Dec 2026 | One day only | |
| Ramster Christmas Market Chiddingfold, 29 miles north-west | 21 to 22 Nov 2026 | Open every day of its run | Ticket |
| Dorking Christmas Festival Dorking, 30 miles north | 29 Nov 2026 | One day only | Free |
Distances are in a straight line from the centre of Brighton, so the journey by road or rail is longer.
Dates Not Yet Announced
- Brighton Christmas Market (city centre)
- Arundel by Candlelight (18 miles west)
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Further From Brighton, and Popular
The most searched Christmas markets between 30 and 60 miles away.
Winchester Cathedral Christmas Market
Winchester, Hampshire
20 Nov to 22 Dec 2026
54 miles west of Brighton
Rochester Christmas Market
Rochester, Kent
27 Nov to 13 Dec 2026
Open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays only
48 miles north-east of Brighton
Southbank Centre Winter Market
London, Greater London
2 Nov 2026 to 4 Jan 2027
Closed on Fri 25 Dec, Thu 31 Dec
47 miles north of Brighton
Questions About Christmas Markets Near Brighton
What is the nearest Christmas market to Brighton?
Christmas in Little Chelsea is the nearest, 19 miles east of the centre (4 Dec 2026).
Which is the biggest Christmas market near Brighton?
Going by how many people in the UK search for each one, it is Brighton Christmas Market (city centre), followed by Hever Christmas Fair (27 miles north-east).
When do Christmas markets near Brighton start in 2026?
The first to open is Hever Christmas Fair, on Friday 6 November 2026. The last to close is The Pantiles Boutique Christmas Market, on Thursday 24 December 2026.
Which Christmas markets near Brighton charge for entry?
Hever Christmas Fair, Weald & Downland Living Museum Christmas Market, West Dean Christmas Market and Ramster Christmas Market need a ticket or paid entry. Each market's page gives the price where the organiser has published it.
Other cities nearby: Portsmouth. All of the South East. Not starting from the centre of Brighton? Find the markets nearest your postcode. How we check dates.