Looking where to find that perfect present this Christmas? Here’s our guide to the Christmas markets and fairs in York and North Yorkshire.
York is known for its famous Christmas Market on Parliament Street and St Sampson’s Square – which opens this week! – but there’s a whole host of festive fairs and markets happening around York and beyond.
To help you to find that special gift for your loved ones, we’ve put them into one handy guide. Have fun exploring unique and quirky stalls while supporting local and independent businesses – what’s not to love?
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Christmas markets and fairs in York and North Yorkshire 2025
York Christmas Market
York’s award-winning Christmas Market is back from 13th November to 21st December 2025, bringing festive cheer to the heart of the city. With 85% of the traders hailing from Yorkshire, this is a fantastic opportunity to support local businesses while enjoying the best of what the region has to offer.
- Parliament St, York
- Thu 13 Nov – Sun 21 Dec
- 10am – 7pm
- More info
Little Bird Artisan Acomb Christmas Market
York’s award-winning Christmas Market is back from 13th November to 21st December 2025, bringing festive cheer to the heart of the city. With 85% of the traders hailing from Yorkshire, this is a fantastic opportunity to support local businesses while enjoying the best of what the region has to offer.
- Front Street, Acomb, York
- Fri 14 – Sun 16 Nov & Sat 20 Dec
- 10am – 3pm
- More info
York Explore Christmas Fayre
Here at York Explore we are having a Christmas Fayre on Saturday 15 November with cards, jewellery, prints and more from local artists and crafters, it is a perfect opportunity to get some Christmas shopping started! We have a tombolas and a raffle to add to the fun.
- York Explore Library, Library Square, Museum St, York YO1 7DS
- Sat 15 Nov
- 10am – 4pm
- More info
Living North Christmas Fair
Join us for a jam-packed day. Our Yorkshire Christmas Fair will once again return to York Racecourse in 2025.
We’re thrilled to invite you to the biggest and best seasonal shopping event in Yorkshire, with more than 250 carefully-selected stands, from artisan designer-makers, local food producers and fashion retailers to homewares, gifts and accessories, and of course special Christmas decorations.
- York Racecourse, York YO23 1EX
- Thu 20 – Sun 23 Nov
- 10am – 4pm
- More info
York Makers Winter Fair
Discover unique handmade crafts, art, and gifts from local artisans. Whether you’re looking for jewellery, art, textiles, home decor, or one-of-a-kind pieces, you’ll find it all here. Support small businesses and find the perfect gifts for your loved ones.
- Clements Hall, Nunthorpe Road, York YO23 1BW
- Sat 22 Nov
- 10am – 4pm
- More info
York Steiner School Advent Fair
Get ready to welcome the festive season at the York Steiner School Advent Fair! This much-loved event returns for a full day of celebration, creativity, and community spirit.
Join us as we open our doors to local artisans, makers and merchants offering unique handmade gifts and crafts, perfect for the holidays. Enjoy delicious seasonal food from our cafés and stalls, and plenty of activities for all ages. It is not just a joyful day out but also an important fundraiser supporting our school and its students. Come along and be part of the magic!
- The York Steiner School, Fulford, York, YO10 4PB
- Sat 22 Nov
- 10am – 4pm
- More info
Malton St Clement’s Festival
The Malton St Clement’s Festival is set to be a celebration of Malton’s host of craftspeople, the Autumn and St Clement, the patron of blacksmiths.
There’ll be a whole host of activities planned throughout the day including sculpture and art trails, light shows, a variety of musical performances with singing and dancing, and of course, delicious treats from Malton’s eateries. The event is organised and run by the Malton St Clement’s Steering Group which is made up of several representatives of businesses and organisations in Malton.
- Malton Market Place
- Sat 22 Nov
- From 10am
- More info
Bluebird Bakery Christmas Makers Fair
Our popular Acomb Christmas Makers’ Fair is back – and once again, we’re doing it TWICE on 27th November & 11th December from 5-9pm.
Full of festive cheer – including mulled wine, mince pies and fizz – all while hosting artists from across Yorkshire, selling ceramics, paper art, gifts, candles, textiles, prints, jewellery and much more! We’ve also got carol singers!
- Bluebird Bakery, 201 Acomb Road, York, YO24 4HD
- Thu 27 Nov & Thu 11 Dec
- 5-9pm
- More info
South Bank Studios Winter Fair
Join us for our popular Christmas creative fair. Over 40 stallholders, wreath making workshops, cafe and lots of festive cheer.
- South Bank Studios, Southlands Church, 97 Bishopthorpe Road, York, YO23 1NX
- Sat 29 Nov
- 10am – 4:30pm
- More info
Selby Abbey Christmas Craft Fair
Free entry! The Abbey’s magnificent Nave will be full of local, independent craft stall holders selling their wares.In addition there will be:
Refreshments
Delicious Cakes
️The Abbey Raffle & Tombola
- Selby Abbey, The Crescent, Selby YO8 4PU
- Sat 29 Nov
- 10am – 4pm
- More info
RSPCA York Christmas Fair 2025
Come join us for our annual Christmas fair at the York Animal Home. It’s the perfect place to pick up your christmas presents while supporting the York Animal Home. We’ve got Christmas Crafts, Cakes, Refreshments, Dog Treats, Santa’s Grotto, Tombola, Games, Cuddly Toys Mince Pies, Hot Drinks, Festive Preserves and much more.
- RSPCA York Animal Home, Landing Lane, York YO26 4RH
- Sat 29 Nov
- 10:30am – 3pm
- More info
New Earswick Folk Hall Festive Fair
Join us at the Folk Hall for our Festive Fair – with local stalls, seasonal treats, and plenty of holiday cheer. A perfect way to kick off the Christmas season!
- New Earswick Folk Hall, New Earswick, York YO32 4AQ
- Sat 29 Nov
- 11am – 3pm
- More info
Winter in the Wheelhouse
Back for its sixth year! Winter in the Wheelhouse Market offers a range of Christmas gifts in homewares, hand-printed textiles, jewellery, children’s toys & clothes, artisan street food, craft activities, face painting, and more.
- White Syke Fields, Sand Hutton, York, YO41 1LN
- Sat 29 – Sun 30 Nov
- 10am – 3pm
- More info
The Fox Christmas Market
Celebrate the start of the festive season at The Fox’s Christmas Market! There’ll be live music, drinks, burgers, gift stalls, mulled wine, and cakes.
- The Fox, 168 Holgate Rd, Holgate, York YO24 4DQ
- Sun 30 Nov
- 1-5pm
- More info
The Yorkshire Yuletide Village
The Guidhall will be transformed into a beautifully decorated Christmas fair, with festive displays and illuminations. Made in Yorkshire welcomes visitors to discover some unique Christmas gifts from some of the region’s most talented designer makers. Ranging from jewellery, to glassware, art, metalwork, ceramics, textiles, soaps, jams, photography and wood.
- The Guildhall, Coney St, York YO1 9QN
- Tue 2 – Fri 19 Dec
- 10am – 4:30pm
- More info
Red Goat Makers Christmas Market
We have some amazing arts and craft stalls for our annual Xmas fair! This year we have clothing, food, lino prints, jewellery, ceramics, wood craft and much more. If you want to buy friends and family gifts made by local craft people then come down on December 6th 10am-4pm. We will also have a BBQ with our home made sausages by Nico and mulled wine at the bar.
- The Red Goat Climbing Wall, 6 Redeness St, York YO31 7UU
- Sat 6 Dec
- 10am – 4pm
- More info
York Manor Care Home Christmas Fair
You’re Invited to the York Manor Care Home Christmas Fair! Bring your friends and family to enjoy an afternoon filled with holiday spirit and fun.
- York Manor Care Home, Blue Beck Drive, Rawcliffe, York, YO30 5RA
- Sat 6 Dec
- 2-5pm
- More info
Cycle Heaven Christmas Makers Fair
Cycle Heaven are hosting their second Christmas fair! This year, there will be around 20 stall holders from varying specialisms such as Textiles, Ceramics, Jewellery, Soap makers, Weavers, Printmakers, and Stained Glass. The Cyclist cafe downstairs will be providing the event with lots of festive foods and a choir will be there on Saturday. It is a free event to the general public.
- Cycle Heaven, 31 Hospital Fields Rd, Fulford, York YO10 4FS
- Sat 6 – Sun 7 Dec
- 10am – 4pm
- More info
Staynor Hall Community Centre Christmas Market
Staynor Hall Community Centre’s 2nd Christmas Fair! It’s beginning to look a lot like… shopping! Come along and browse some brilliant stalls, enjoy festive music, and tuck into seasonal treats in Woodies. From unique handmade gifts to last-minute Christmas saviours, we’ve got you covered (no judgement if it’s for yourself).
- Staynor Hall Community Centre, Selby YO8 8GE
- Sat 13 Dec
- 12-5pm
- More info
Sheriff Hutton Christmas Market
We are celebrating out last community market of the year with our special Christmas version on Sunday, 14th December at Sheriff Hutton Village Hall. Our market raises money for local groups. We have music from Easingwold Town Band and mulled wine and spiced cider available and our popular market café serving tasty butties, homemade cakes and plenty of tea and coffee. We have over 50 stalls so plenty of choice for Christmas shopping and treats for yourself. Discover a vibrant mix of fresh produce, artisan foods, handmade treats and locally crafted drinks. We also have a range of stunning art, crafts, skincare products, cards, clothing, books, pet products, plants and interiors.
- Sheriff Hutton Village Hall, YO60 6RA
- Sun 14 Dec
- 10:30am – 1:30pm
- More info
York Vegan Christmas Festival 2025
Yorkshire’s biggest Vegan extravaganza is coming to York! The York Vegan Christmas Festival will feature over 50 stalls, with world food caterers, cakes, dairy and meat alternatives, clothing, juice and smoothies, healthy treats and more.
- York Railway Institute, 24 Queen Street, York YO24 1AD
- Sun 14 Dec
- 10:30am – 4:30pm
- More info
