The Best 2025 UK Christmas Markets and other Festive Events

Festive Events and the Best Christmas Markets in Wales

84. Cardiff Christmas Market

When: 13th November – 23rd December 2025
Where: St John Street, Working Street, Trinity Street and the Hayes, Cardiff City Centre
Price: FREE

Wander the glistening, stall-lined streets of Wales’ capital to get a real sense of the most wonderful time of the year. With many wonderful stalls and an unmissable festive atmosphere, this is certainly one of the best Christmas markets in the UK.

85. Royal Welsh Winter Fair

When: 24th – 25th November 2025
Where: Royal Welsh Showground, Llanelwedd, Builth Wells, LD2 3SY
Price: Prices start from £20 per adult, £5 per child, book online here

The Winter Fair draws audiences from far and wide for two days of events, celebrations, and Christmas shopping. Along with competitions, exhibitions, and displays, the Winter Fair is a great place to find unique Christmas presents. The Food Hall will be filled with the top Welsh suppliers presenting their goods and encouraging tourists to experience the gastronomic pleasures.

86. Llanerchaeron Christmas Fair

When: 5th, 6th and 7th December 2025: 10am to 4pm
Where: Llanerchaeron, Ciliau Aeron, SA48 8DG
Price: The event is free but normal charges apply for admission to the venue.

Get right among the festive fun at this historic National Trust attraction in Wales. The Llanerchaeron estate will play host to Percy the Park Keeper Trail, craft workshops, woodland winter weekends, and a chance to explore the gardens.

87. Hay Festival Winter Weekend

When: 26th – 30th November 2025
Where: The Swan Hotel, Hay-on-Wye, HR3 5DQ
Price: Prices vary

A weekend of winter-themed fun and games, activities and guest speakers to keep the whole family occupied, this UK Christmas market is perfect for everyone! There are even opportunities to join in on the festive fun online if you can’t make it in person.

88. Swansea Christmas Market

When: 29th November – 22nd December 2025
Where: LC2 Swansea, SA1 3ST
Price: FREE

Grab yourself tasty treats and unique handcrafted gifts from excellent stalls at this popular Welsh Christmas market. All profits are going to a worthy cause, the Wales Air Ambulance.

89. Mold Christmas Market

When: 7th December 2025
Where: High Street, Mold, CH7 1SZ
Price: FREE

This unique Christmas market features a wealth of talent, displaying a selection of the greatest artisans, makers, and inventive bakers. Discover finely crafted goods by local, regional, and international craftsmen, providing shoppers with an unparalleled selection.

90. Dinefwr Christmas Fair

When: 21st – 23rd November 2025; 10am-4pm
Where: Newton House, Llandeilo, SA19 6RT
Price: FREE

This impressive mansion and its courtyard will host festive stalls, singers, brass bands and more to get your festive fix. The kids can meet Santa himself on Saturday and Sunday, while you can take some time browsing the handmade gifts, and tasty treats on offer.

91. The Queens Hall Christmas Market

When: 28th – 30th November 2025
Where: High Street, Narberth, SA67 7AS
Price: FREE

All of the unique goods and presents you need for Christmas can be found under one roof at The Queens Hall in Narberth. The perfect Christmas event for those that need to grab presents for their loved ones.

92. Cardiff’s Winter Wonderland

When: 14th November 2025 – 5th January 2026
Where: Funfair, Sur La Piste, Ice Bar – City Hall Lawns, CF10 3ND & Ice Rink & Ice Walk – Cardiff Castle Grounds, CF10 3RB
Price: Buy tickets online

Find Cardiff’s finest winter experience in two different, equally impressive venues. An ice rink, a funfair, an ice bar, and delicious seasonal fare make this the ideal day trip for celebrating the season.

93. Wrexham Christmas Market

When: 27th – 30th November 2025
Where: Wrexham Bellvue Park, LL13 7LY
Price: FREE

Find a variety of festive stalls at this superb Wales Christmas market, offering a range of items from food and drink to handmade gifts to wrap up for the big day, along with entertainment for all to enjoy.

Enjoy these Welsh Christmas markets while staying at one of these hand-picked holiday cottages in Wales. Alternatively, find inspiration for your visit while browsing our North Wales and rest of Wales travel guides.