Christmas Markets in North Wales
The Christmas season is upon us once more!
We’ve got the low down on the very best Christmas Markets that North Wales has to offer.
Each year hundreds of artisan chefs, local artists and performers flock to Festive Markets all across North Wales. For visitors to the area this is a great opportunity to explore one of our stunning towns whilst they’re at their very most festive. Some villages keep their Christmas celebrations to a smaller scale, such as Llysfaen’s adorable blink-and-you’ll-miss-it Fair, held in their village hall and only advertised in the village – whilst other towns have built up a reputation for staging large scale festive celebrations that demand to be seen.
Llandudno Christmas Fayre
For four wonderful days, the seaside resort of Llandudno is transformed into a Victorian wonderland that is absolutely free to enter for all.This is one of the biggest of its kind in the area and draws in thousands of visitors every year, who come to taste local produce and meander around the streets that have been decorated to the rafters.
Where? Llandudno
When? Thursday 16th November to Sunday 19th November 2017, from 9:30am onwards
Christmas Market at Tre-Ysgawen
Kill two birds with one stone by visiting a Christmas Market inside historical house. Tre-Ysgawen was built in 1882 in a grand traditional design that is typically Victorian.
The Christmas Market collects the very best local producers and craft stalls, 40 in total. If you’re a little sleepy after, then stay there for the night – the house is also a successful hotel and spa!
Where? Tre-Ysgawen Hall
When? Saturday 25th November to Sunday 26th November 2017
Denbigh Christmas Extravaganza
It might not be on everyone’s must-visit list, but for one night a year Denbigh truly lights up with festive cheer.
In addition to a festive carnival float there’ll be loads of great food stalls to treat yourself to, as well as funfair rides and local carol singers. Children will be pleased to hear that Father Christmas will be returning once more to see the lights turn on.
Where? Denbigh
When? Friday 30th November 2017, 10am-8pm
Portmeirion Food & Craft Fair
For the sixth year in a row the stunning Italian-style village of Portmeirion will be opening it’s gates to visitors as they put on another festive Food & Crafts Fair. 120 stalls and chalets will be there offering predominantly local produce, as well as some truly unique arts and crafts offerings. There’ll also be cookery demonstrations, a Christmas Grotto and a gingerbread village.
Where? Portmeirion
When? Friday 1st December to Sunday 3rd December 2017
Wrexham Victorian Christmas Market
The people of Wrexham take their Victorian Christmas Market very seriously, in fact it’s quite common to see locals dressed in full Victorian garb! This will be one of the last chances that you might have to visit a truly festive market in North Wales and a great spot to do some last minute shopping. Plenty of festive food will be on offer here, in case you’re not quite in the mood yet, plus there’s always plenty of performers and carol singers to see.
Where? Wrexham
When? Thursday 7th December 2017, 12pm-8pm
For an overview of the best shopping centres in North Wales throughout the year, see our guide to Shopping Outlets in North Wales.