Christmas Markets Near Cardiff 2026
7 Christmas markets within 25 miles of Cardiff city centre, nearest first, one of them in the city itself. 6 have 2026 dates confirmed by their organisers.
None open this weekend (17 and 18 October 2026). Next to open: Cardiff Christmas Market, on Thursday 12 November 2026.
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2026 Dates, Nearest to Cardiff First
| Market and Distance From Cardiff | Dates | Days Closed | Entry |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cardiff Christmas Market Cardiff city centre | 12 Nov to 23 Dec 2026 | Open every day of its run | Free |
| Caerphilly Christmas Market Caerphilly, 7 miles north | 21 Nov 2026 | One day only | Free |
| Ystrad Mynach Christmas Market Ystrad Mynach, 11 miles north | 5 Dec 2026 | One day only | Free |
| Blackwood Christmas Market Blackwood, 13 miles north | 28 Nov 2026 | One day only | Free |
| Bargoed Christmas Market Bargoed, 14 miles north | 14 Nov 2026 | One day only | Free |
| St Donat's Castle Christmas Fayre Llantwit Major, 16 miles west | 5 to 6 Dec 2026 | Open every day of its run | Ticket |
Distances are in a straight line from the centre of Cardiff, so the journey by road or rail is longer.
Dates Not Yet Announced
- Abergavenny Christmas Markets (24 miles north)
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Further From Cardiff, and Popular
The most searched Christmas markets between 25 and 60 miles away.
Bath Christmas Market
Bath, Somerset
26 Nov to 13 Dec 2026
36 miles east of Cardiff
Exeter Cathedral Christmas Market
Exeter, Devon
13 Nov to 13 Dec 2026
55 miles south of Cardiff
Bristol Christmas Market
Bristol
6 Nov to 23 Dec 2026
25 miles east of Cardiff
Questions About Christmas Markets Near Cardiff
What is the nearest Christmas market to Cardiff?
Cardiff Christmas Market is in the city centre (12 Nov to 23 Dec 2026). The nearest outside the city is Caerphilly Christmas Market in Caerphilly, 7 miles north.
Which is the biggest Christmas market near Cardiff?
Going by how many people in the UK search for each one, it is Cardiff Christmas Market (city centre), followed by Caerphilly Christmas Market (7 miles north).
When do Christmas markets near Cardiff start in 2026?
Cardiff Christmas Market is both the first to open, on Thursday 12 November 2026, and the last to close, on Wednesday 23 December 2026.
Which Christmas markets near Cardiff charge for entry?
St Donat's Castle Christmas Fayre needs a ticket or paid entry. Each market's page gives the price where the organiser has published it.
Other cities nearby: Bristol, Swansea, Bath. All of Wales. Not starting from the centre of Cardiff? Find the markets nearest your postcode. How we check dates.