York Christmas Market 2026: Dates (Nov 12 to Dec 21) and Fares

When is York Christmas Market 2026?

York Christmas Market 2026 is expected to run November 12 to December 21, 2026. The dates follow the usual pattern and are not announced yet.

2026November 12 to December 21, 2026Expected

2027November 11 to December 20, 2027Expected

How the dates are set: Make It York announces the dates each year; the market runs for about six weeks from mid-November to just before Christmas.

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York Christmas Market schedule

2026 opening hours: The market is approved to open from 10.30 to 19:00 every day except Tuesday.
Tuesdays, 2026: The Christmas Market is closed for a weekly rest day on Tuesdays, but the city remains open.
Where: Alpine chalets line Parliament Street and St Sampson's Square, showcasing local crafts, artisan products and seasonal treats.

Sources: bbc.co.uk, visityork.org

Getting to York Christmas Market

The market is in the heart of the city, on Parliament Street and St Sampson's Square.

Source: visityork.org

Where to stay in York

Visit York suggests turning the day out into a Christmas break with an extended stay, to see more of the city and its twinkling lights after dark.

Source: visityork.org

York Christmas Market: questions people ask

Is York Christmas Market closed on Tuesdays?

Yes, in 2026 the market is closed for a weekly rest day on Tuesdays. The city's shops and attractions remain open.

What time does York Christmas Market open and close?

In 2026 the market is approved to open from 10.30 to 19:00 every day except Tuesday.

Where is the Christmas Market in York held?

On Parliament Street and St Sampson's Square in the center of York.

Why is York Christmas Market closed on Tuesdays?

The city council approved trialling Tuesday closures to improve access to the city center, including for disabled people. Officials estimated a loss of city-centre spending of between 2.6 million and 7.8 million pounds.

Who sells at York Christmas Market?

More than 80% of traders come from Yorkshire, selling local crafts, artisan products and seasonal treats.

Sources: visityork.org, bbc.co.uk

About York Christmas Market

Alpine chalets line Parliament Street and St Sampson's Square in York, with more than 80% of traders from Yorkshire.

York Christmas Market fills Parliament Street and St Sampson's Square with local crafts, artisan gifts and seasonal food. More than 80% of traders come from Yorkshire. The catch is a new weekly rest day: in 2026 the market is closed on Tuesdays, though the city stays open.

Know before you go

In 2026 the market is closed on Tuesdays, though the city's shops and attractions stay open.
The market is open from 10:30 to 19:00 on the days it trades.
The market is in the city center, on Parliament Street and St Sampson's Square.

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