Christmas Markets Near Portsmouth 2026
16 Christmas markets within 25 miles of Portsmouth city centre, nearest first, one of them in the city itself. 15 have 2026 dates confirmed by their organisers.
None open this weekend (17 and 18 October 2026). Next to open: Southampton Christmas Market, on Thursday 12 November 2026.
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2026 Dates, Nearest to Portsmouth First
| Market and Distance From Portsmouth | Dates | Days Closed | Entry |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hotwalls Studios Festive Creative Market Portsmouth, 1 mile south-west | 28 Nov to 6 Dec 2026 | Open Saturdays and Sundays only | Free |
| Port Solent Festival of Christmas Market Portsmouth, 3 miles north | 5 to 6 Dec 2026 | Open every day of its run | Free |
| West Wittering Beach Christmas Market West Wittering, 9 miles east | 5 to 6 Dec 2026 | Open every day of its run | Free |
| Northwood House Christmas Fair Cowes, 10 miles west | 28 to 29 Nov 2026 | Open every day of its run | Free |
| Garlic Farm Christmas Market Newchurch, 10 miles south-west | 5 to 6 Dec 2026 | Open every day of its run | Free |
| Chichester Festive Market Chichester, 14 miles east | 4 to 13 Dec 2026 | Open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays only | Free |
| Southampton Christmas Market Southampton, 15 miles north-west | 12 Nov to 27 Dec 2026 | Closed on Fri 25 Dec | Free |
| West Dean Christmas Market West Dean, 16 miles north-east | 27 to 28 Nov 2026 | Open every day of its run | Ticket |
| Petersfield Christmas Market Petersfield, 16 miles north-east | 13 Dec 2026 | One day only | Free |
| Weald & Downland Living Museum Christmas Market Singleton, 16 miles north-east | 21 to 22 Nov 2026 | Open every day of its run | Ticket |
| Midhurst Christmas Market Midhurst, 20 miles north-east | 5 Dec 2026 | One day only | |
| Winchester Cathedral Christmas Market Winchester, 21 miles north-west | 20 Nov to 22 Dec 2026 | Open every day of its run | Free |
| Artful Christmas Market at Sir Harold Hillier Gardens Romsey, 22 miles north-west | 21 to 22 Nov 2026 | Open every day of its run | Free |
| Petworth Christmas Cracker Petworth, 25 miles north-east | 5 Dec 2026 | One day only | Free |
| Christmas Makers Market at Petworth Petworth, 25 miles north-east | 28 to 29 Nov 2026 | Open every day of its run |
Distances are in a straight line from the centre of Portsmouth, so the journey by road or rail is longer.
Dates Not Yet Announced
- Arundel by Candlelight (24 miles east)
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Further From Portsmouth, and Popular
The most searched Christmas markets between 25 and 60 miles away.
Bournemouth Christmas Market
Bournemouth, Dorset
12 Nov to 31 Dec 2026
35 miles west of Portsmouth
Christmas Market by The Market Garden Windsor
Windsor, Berkshire
28 to 29 Nov 2026
52 miles north-east of Portsmouth
Christmas on the Square
Salisbury, Wiltshire
20 Nov to 24 Dec 2026
36 miles north-west of Portsmouth
Questions About Christmas Markets Near Portsmouth
What is the nearest Christmas market to Portsmouth?
Hotwalls Studios Festive Creative Market is the nearest, 1 mile south-west of the centre (28 Nov to 6 Dec 2026). The nearest outside the city is Port Solent Festival of Christmas Market in Portsmouth, 3 miles north.
Which is the biggest Christmas market near Portsmouth?
Going by how many people in the UK search for each one, it is Winchester Cathedral Christmas Market (21 miles north-west), followed by Southampton Christmas Market (15 miles north-west).
When do Christmas markets near Portsmouth start in 2026?
Southampton Christmas Market is both the first to open, on Thursday 12 November 2026, and the last to close, on Sunday 27 December 2026.
Which Christmas markets near Portsmouth stay open after Christmas?
Southampton Christmas Market (until Sunday 27 December). Most close on or before Christmas Eve, and several shut on Christmas Day itself: each page gives the days.
Which Christmas markets near Portsmouth charge for entry?
West Dean Christmas Market and Weald & Downland Living Museum Christmas Market need a ticket or paid entry. Each market's page gives the price where the organiser has published it.
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