Christmas Markets Near Canterbury 2026
5 Christmas markets within 25 miles of Canterbury city centre, nearest first, one of them in the city itself. 4 have 2026 dates confirmed by their organisers.
None open this weekend (17 and 18 October 2026). Next to open: Canterbury Christmas Market, on Thursday 12 November 2026.
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2026 Dates, Nearest to Canterbury First
| Market and Distance From Canterbury | Dates | Days Closed | Entry |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canterbury Christmas Market Canterbury city centre | 12 Nov to 24 Dec 2026 | Open every day of its run | Free |
| Folkestone Harbour Arm Festive Marketplace Folkestone, 15 miles south | 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 |
| Kent Festive Gift and Food Show Detling, 21 miles west | 20 to 22 Nov 2026 | Open every day of its run | Ticket |
| Tenterden Christmas Market Tenterden, 22 miles south-west | 19 to 22 Nov 2026 | Open every day of its run | Free |
Distances are in a straight line from the centre of Canterbury, so the journey by road or rail is longer.
Dates Not Yet Announced
- Leeds Castle Christmas Market (20 miles west)
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Further From Canterbury, and Popular
The most searched Christmas markets between 25 and 60 miles away.
Rochester Christmas Market
Rochester, Kent
27 Nov to 13 Dec 2026
Open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays only
26 miles west of Canterbury
Southbank Centre Winter Market
London, Greater London
2 Nov 2026 to 4 Jan 2027
Closed on Fri 25 Dec, Thu 31 Dec
54 miles west of Canterbury
Skate Leicester Square and Christmas Market
London, Greater London
31 Oct 2026 to 3 Jan 2027
Closed on Fri 25 Dec
54 miles west of Canterbury
Questions About Christmas Markets Near Canterbury
What is the nearest Christmas market to Canterbury?
Canterbury Christmas Market is in the city centre (12 Nov to 24 Dec 2026). The nearest outside the city is Folkestone Harbour Arm Festive Marketplace in Folkestone, 15 miles south.
Which is the biggest Christmas market near Canterbury?
Going by how many people in the UK search for each one, it is Canterbury Christmas Market (city centre), followed by Tenterden Christmas Market (22 miles south-west).
When do Christmas markets near Canterbury start in 2026?
Canterbury Christmas Market is both the first to open, on Thursday 12 November 2026, and the last to close, on Thursday 24 December 2026.
Which Christmas markets near Canterbury charge for entry?
Kent Festive Gift and Food Show needs a ticket or paid entry. Each market's page gives the price where the organiser has published it.
All of the South East. Not starting from the centre of Canterbury? Find the markets nearest your postcode. How we check dates.