Top craft fairs and events for Christmas 2026
Have you been missing the warm cosy atmosphere, endless snacks and sweet treats, and plethora of exciting and cute crafts you only see at Christmas markets?
Well don’t fear, we’ve organised a list of our most highly recommended Christmas craft fairs and events going ahead this year, and there’s something for everyone!
Find a Christmas craft fair near you
Wherever you are in the UK, there should be one within reach. Here’s a quick list by location, with the full details just below:
- Halifax, West Yorkshire: Piece Hall Christmas Market
- Manchester: Manchester Christmas Markets
- Knutsford, Cheshire: Tatton Park Christmas Market
- Ripon, North Yorkshire: Little Bird Artisan Markets
- Colne, Lancashire: Pendle Arts, Crafts, Gifts Fair
- Preston, Lancashire: Samlesbury Hall Christmas Fair
- Ardingly, West Sussex: South of England Agricultural Society’s Winter Fair
- Birmingham: NEC Festive Gift Fair
- Winchester, Hampshire: Winchester Cathedral Christmas Market
- Himley, Staffordshire: Black Country Fairs’ Christmas Craft and Gift Fair
Best craft fairs in North England
1.Piece Hall Christmas Market
Taking place every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 13th November to 20th December 2026, this craft fair showcases some of the region’s favourite independent producers and crafters of all things from homeware, to jewellery, to delicious food and snacks.
This fair takes place in the stunning Georgian Cloth Hall, Halifax.
2.Manchester Christmas Markets
Manchester’s famous Christmas markets are back for their 27th year, and there’s a reason they keep coming back! Whilst the focus of these markets isn’t solely crafts, there are plenty of opportunities for craft buying and selling in multiple zones.
The markets return for several weeks in 2026, taking place from Friday 6th November to Tuesday 22nd December 2026, with Albert Square and Cathedral Gardens staying open right through to 3rd January 2027. The markets are spread throughout Manchester City Centre.
3. Tatton Park Christmas Gift Fair
Not usually open to the public, the mansion’s tenants hall hosts a range of local suppliers selling items including jewellery, candles, and a variety of other crafts. This fair is great for families, and ideal for finding or selling fun Christmas items.
This wonderful event takes place on the weekend of the 26th to 29th November 2026 in Knutsford.
4. Little Bird Artisan Markets
If you’re looking for a wholesome winter-wonderland vibe Christmas market in the North of Yorkshire, the little bird artisan markets at fountains abbey is a great place to set up your own stall or browse high-quality crafts made with love.
Get yourself along on Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th November 2026 in Ripon.
5. Pendle Arts, Crafts, Gifts Fair
Each year, this hippodrome in Colne transforms itself into a major exhibition hall featuring over 70 local crafters and artists. From two long weekends in November (check the Pendle Hippodrome site for confirmed 2026 dates), get yourself along to this event to treat yourself or your loved ones.
6. Samlesbury Hall Christmas Fair
The Samlesbury Hall Christmas Fair boasts over 40 festive small business stalls each selling handmade crafts, homemade food and lots of Christmas treats! Join in with the festivities and even book yourself a stall to start selling your own crafts on Preston (check Samlesbury Hall’s website for confirmed 2026 dates)!
Best craft fairs in South England and the Midlands
1. South of England Agricultural Society’s Winter Fair
This annual winter fair in Ardingly is the perfect place to start your Christmas shopping on 21st and 22nd November 2026! There will be plenty of crafts, gifts and food on sale from independent traders, so grab yourself a ticket before they sell out.
2. NEC Festive Gift Fair
The NEC in Birmingham are hosting a mega Christmas craft fair over the weekend of the 19th – 22nd November 2026. With over 200 craft stalls already booked in to appear on the day, you’re sure to find the perfect christmas present for that one tricky relative you can never shop for!
Book your tickets now or even try your hand at exhibiting and sell your own crafts. Make sure you have craft fair insurance in place first though!
3. Winchester Cathedral Christmas Market
Join the festive fun at Winchester Cathedral this Christmas for their annual Christmas craft fair. Stock up on wintery treats, plenty of high-quality, handmade crafts and a range of luxury gifts for your loved ones.
The Cathedral invites craftspeople from across the country to take part in their markets too! Join in the fun on the 20th November to 22nd December 2026!
4. Black Country Fairs’ Christmas Craft and Gift Fair
Come along to the Black Country Fairs’ Christmas Markets for a wide range of different stalls, as well as return of the North Pole post office, Santa’s Sleigh and even a live choir.
This event is ideal for families, or anyone who prefers smaller, less busy Christmas fairs. Head over on at Himley Hall (check the Black Country Fairs website for confirmed 2026 dates)!
Online Christmas craft events
Fancy staying in this year? We understand that not everyone wants to head out to a busy Christmas market just yet. Luckily, there are plenty of virtual craft events still going ahead this year!
Tea and Crafting Virtual Workshops
Hosted by Tea and Crafting, there are a huge number of different virtual Christmas craft workshops that you can join via Zoom. Prices vary depending on what type of class you book, but the company will send you everything you need to get crafting!
Eventbrite has a great range of other Online Christmas Craft Events, with new virtual events added daily. If you are looking for an online event, we recommend heading over to their site to find an event that will suit you.
There are so many wonderful events taking place this year – get yourself tickets before they sell out and join in with the festivities! If you are a crafter and fancy selling at a Christmas craft fair, we can help. Find out what to sell at Christmas craft fairs here.
If it’s your first time on a stall, our guide on how to sell crafts at a Christmas market covers pricing, displays and everything else you need to get started.
Get in touch with the team at CraftCover to find out more about how to safely and legally sell crafts at a craft fair with the correct insurance. We can ensure that you have the right level of cover and protection in place, ready for the festive season.
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