Christmas Markets Near Oxford 2026
10 Christmas markets within 25 miles of Oxford city centre, nearest first, 2 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: Oxford Victorian Christmas Market, on Thursday 12 November 2026.
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2026 Dates, Nearest to Oxford First
| Market and Distance From Oxford | Dates | Days Closed | Entry |
|---|---|---|---|
| Christmas in Oxford Oxford city centre | 21 Nov to 31 Dec 2026 | Closed on Fri 25 Dec | Free |
| Oxford Victorian Christmas Market Oxford city centre | 12 to 15 Nov 2026 | Open every day of its run | Free |
| Waterperry Gardens Christmas Markets Waterperry, 7 miles east | 21 Nov to 6 Dec 2026 | Open Saturdays and Sundays only. Closed on Sat 28 Nov, Sun 29 Nov | Free |
| Blenheim Palace Christmas Market Woodstock, 8 miles north-west | 13 Nov to 20 Dec 2026 | Open every day of its run | |
| Cogges Christmas Market Witney, 10 miles west | 28 to 29 Nov 2026 | Open every day of its run | Ticket |
| Artists & Makers Fair at The Dairy, Waddesdon Manor Waddesdon, 15 miles north-east | 4 to 6 Dec 2026 | Open every day of its run | Ticket |
| Banbury Winter Market Banbury, 22 miles north | 28 to 29 Nov 2026 | Open every day of its run | |
| Reading's Christmas Market on Broad Street Reading, 24 miles south-east | 14 Nov 2026 to 3 Jan 2027 | Open every day of its run | Free |
Distances are in a straight line from the centre of Oxford, so the journey by road or rail is longer.
Dates Not Yet Announced
- Abingdon Christmas Extravaganza (6 miles south)
- Henley Christmas Market (21 miles south-east)
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Further From Oxford, and Popular
The most searched Christmas markets between 25 and 60 miles away.
Bath Christmas Market
Bath, Somerset
26 Nov to 13 Dec 2026
54 miles south-west of Oxford
Winchester Cathedral Christmas Market
Winchester, Hampshire
20 Nov to 22 Dec 2026
48 miles south of Oxford
Birmingham's Frankfurt Christmas Market
Birmingham, West Midlands
5 Nov to 24 Dec 2026
57 miles north-west of Oxford
Questions About Christmas Markets Near Oxford
What is the nearest Christmas market to Oxford?
Christmas in Oxford is in the city centre (21 Nov to 31 Dec 2026). The nearest outside the city is Waterperry Gardens Christmas Markets in Waterperry, 7 miles east.
Which is the biggest Christmas market near Oxford?
Going by how many people in the UK search for each one, it is Christmas in Oxford (city centre), followed by Blenheim Palace Christmas Market (8 miles north-west).
When do Christmas markets near Oxford start in 2026?
The first to open is Oxford Victorian Christmas Market, on Thursday 12 November 2026. The last to close is Reading's Christmas Market on Broad Street, on Sunday 3 January 2027.
Which Christmas markets near Oxford stay open after Christmas?
Christmas in Oxford (until Thursday 31 December) and Reading's Christmas Market on Broad Street (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 Oxford charge for entry?
Cogges Christmas Market and Artists & Makers Fair at The Dairy, Waddesdon Manor need a ticket or paid entry. Each market's page gives the price where the organiser has published it.
Other cities nearby: Reading, Swindon, Milton Keynes, Northampton, Gloucester. All of the South East. Not starting from the centre of Oxford? Find the markets nearest your postcode. How we check dates.