Newcastle Christmas Market will return to the city centre for 2026, with dates confirmed from Thursday, November 19 to Wednesday, December 23, offering five weeks of festive activities. Organisers have promised a 'bigger and better' event compared to last year's, which expanded into Nelson Street.
Market Expansion and New Attractions
The 2025 market saw the addition of Nelson Street, home to the Mallow & Mulled pop-up bar, and the Family Village in Old Eldon Square featured Festive Flix screenings of films like Home Alone and Love Actually. Applications for traders are now open, and popular attractions such as the Alpine bar Moosenwirt and igloos at Monument are expected to return.
What to Expect
The market will offer food and drink, unique gifts, and family-friendly activities. Specific details for 2026 are yet to be announced, but organisers aim to build on previous success. According to Simon Duke, What's On Editor at ChronicleLive, the market is always one of the biggest events in Newcastle, attracting crowds seeking festive cheer.
Dates are set from November 19 to December 23, 2026, providing ample time for visitors to enjoy the market before Christmas.
