Christmas Markets Near Chester 2026
10 Christmas markets within 25 miles of Chester city centre, nearest first, one of them in the city itself. 8 have 2026 dates confirmed by their organisers.
None open this weekend (17 and 18 October 2026). Next to open: Warrington Christmas Artisan Market, on Saturday 14 November 2026.
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2026 Dates, Nearest to Chester First
| Market and Distance From Chester | Dates | Days Closed | Entry |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chester Christmas Market Chester city centre | 18 Nov to 22 Dec 2026 | Open every day of its run | |
| Christmas in Frodsham Frodsham, 10 miles north-east | 28 Nov 2026 | One day only | Free |
| Norton Priory Christmas Gift Fair Runcorn, 14 miles north-east | 22 Nov 2026 | One day only | Ticket |
| Liverpool Christmas Market at Skate St George's Liverpool, 16 miles north | 21 Nov 2026 to 3 Jan 2027 | Closed on Fri 25 Dec | |
| Warrington Christmas Artisan Market Warrington, 18 miles north-east | 14 to 15 Nov 2026 | Open every day of its run | Free |
| The Arley Shopping Spectacular Northwich, 19 miles north-east | 20 to 22 Nov 2026 | Open every day of its run | Ticket |
| Knutsford Christmas Market Knutsford, 23 miles east | 5 to 6 Dec 2026 | Open every day of its run | |
| Tatton Park Christmas Gift Fair Knutsford, 23 miles north-east | 26 to 29 Nov 2026 | Open every day of its run | Free |
Distances are in a straight line from the centre of Chester, so the journey by road or rail is longer.
Dates Not Yet Announced
- Wrexham Victorian Christmas Market (11 miles south-west)
- Ruthin Christmas Extravaganza (18 miles west)
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Further From Chester, and Popular
The most searched Christmas markets between 25 and 60 miles away.
Manchester Christmas Markets
Manchester, Greater Manchester
6 Nov to 22 Dec 2026
33 miles north-east of Chester
Chatsworth Christmas Market
Bakewell, Derbyshire
7 Nov to 13 Dec 2026
53 miles east of Chester
Bakewell Christmas Market
Bakewell, Derbyshire
14 to 15 Nov 2026
50 miles east of Chester
Questions About Christmas Markets Near Chester
What is the nearest Christmas market to Chester?
Chester Christmas Market is in the city centre (18 Nov to 22 Dec 2026). The nearest outside the city is Christmas in Frodsham in Frodsham, 10 miles north-east.
Which is the biggest Christmas market near Chester?
Going by how many people in the UK search for each one, it is Liverpool Christmas Market at Skate St George's (16 miles north), followed by Chester Christmas Market (city centre).
When do Christmas markets near Chester start in 2026?
The first to open is Warrington Christmas Artisan Market, on Saturday 14 November 2026. The last to close is Liverpool Christmas Market at Skate St George's, on Sunday 3 January 2027.
Which Christmas markets near Chester stay open after Christmas?
Liverpool Christmas Market at Skate St George's (until Sunday 3 January). Most close on or before Christmas Eve, and several shut on Christmas Day itself: each page gives the days.
Which Christmas markets near Chester charge for entry?
Norton Priory Christmas Gift Fair and The Arley Shopping Spectacular need a ticket or paid entry. Each market's page gives the price where the organiser has published it.
Other cities nearby: Liverpool, Stoke-on-Trent, Manchester, Preston. All of the North West. Not starting from the centre of Chester? Find the markets nearest your postcode. How we check dates.