Christmas Markets Near York 2026
11 Christmas markets within 25 miles of York city centre, nearest first, one of them in the city itself. 9 have 2026 dates confirmed by their organisers.
None open this weekend (17 and 18 October 2026). Next to open: Harewood Christmas Market, on Friday 6 November 2026.
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2026 Dates, Nearest to York First
| Market and Distance From York | Dates | Days Closed | Entry |
|---|---|---|---|
| York Christmas Market (St Nicholas Fair) York city centre | 12 Nov to 21 Dec 2026 | Closed Tuesdays | Free |
| Knaresborough Christmas Market Knaresborough, 16 miles west | 5 to 6 Dec 2026 | Open every day of its run | Free |
| Ampleforth Abbey Christmas Craft Market Ampleforth, 17 miles north | 28 to 29 Nov 2026 | Open every day of its run | Free |
| Harewood Christmas Market Harewood, 19 miles west | 6 to 29 Nov 2026 | Open 6 to 8 Nov and 27 to 29 Nov only | Ticket |
| Harrogate Christmas Market Harrogate, 19 miles west | 4 to 19 Dec 2026 | Open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays only | |
| Harrogate Valley Gardens Christmas Artisan Market Harrogate, 19 miles west | 5 to 6 Dec 2026 | Open every day of its run | |
| Ripon Cathedral Christmas Food & Gift Fair Ripon, 22 miles north-west | 20 to 21 Nov 2026 | Open every day of its run | Ticket |
| Leeds Christmas Markets Leeds, 22 miles south-west | 19 Nov to 23 Dec 2026 | Open every day of its run | Free |
| Fountains Abbey Christmas Market Ripon, 23 miles north-west | 28 to 29 Nov 2026 | Open every day of its run |
Distances are in a straight line from the centre of York, so the journey by road or rail is longer.
Dates Not Yet Announced
- Malton Christmas Market (17 miles north-east)
- Harrogate Christmas Fayre (19 miles west)
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Further From York, 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
58 miles south-west of York
Chatsworth Christmas Market
Bakewell, Derbyshire
7 Nov to 13 Dec 2026
55 miles south-west of York
Sheffield Christmas Market
Sheffield, South Yorkshire
12 Nov to 24 Dec 2026
43 miles south of York
Questions About Christmas Markets Near York
What is the nearest Christmas market to York?
York Christmas Market (St Nicholas Fair) is in the city centre (12 Nov to 21 Dec 2026). The nearest outside the city is Knaresborough Christmas Market in Knaresborough, 16 miles west.
Which is the biggest Christmas market near York?
Going by how many people in the UK search for each one, it is York Christmas Market (St Nicholas Fair) (city centre), followed by Leeds Christmas Markets (22 miles south-west).
When do Christmas markets near York start in 2026?
The first to open is Harewood Christmas Market, on Friday 6 November 2026. The last to close is Leeds Christmas Markets, on Wednesday 23 December 2026.
Which Christmas markets near York charge for entry?
Harewood Christmas Market and Ripon Cathedral Christmas Food & Gift Fair need a ticket or paid entry. Each market's page gives the price where the organiser has published it.
Other cities nearby: Leeds, Hull, Middlesbrough, Sheffield. All of Yorkshire. Not starting from the centre of York? Find the markets nearest your postcode. How we check dates.