Cornwall hosts some of the best Christmas markets in the UK, lighting up country villages, seaside towns and bustling cities with festive cheer.
Taking place throughout November and December this year, 2024’s line up of Christmas markets in Cornwall inspires sheer joy. With multi-generational appeal, the whole family can get involved in these Yuletide activities and celebrate together. So that you can dive straight into the action, here are some of the must-visit markets across the county this year...
Healey’s Christmas Market, Truro
9th November - 15th December 2024
Healey’s Christmas Markets are usually held every weekend from mid-November to mid-December, providing ample opportunity to get into the Christmas spirit this year. Transforming this renowned cider farm into a winter wonderland for all generations, there will be something for everyone, from storytelling on the farm for the little ones and gin and cyder tasting for the grown ups.
Fowey Christmas Market
22nd - 24th November 2024
One of Cornwall’s most well-known festivals, Fowey’s Christmas Market is held throughout this idyllic port town and welcomes more than 10,000 Christmas fans every year. Set to take place in early December this year, it offers you a head start on celebrations with a whole range of stalls selling festive gifts and goodies, as well as unmissable activities such as carol singing outside of the church.
Truro Christmas Market
22nd November - 24th December 2024
Taking place across the picturesque Lemon Quay each winter is the Truro Christmas Market. A wonderful celebration of Christmas, the event promises the finest local food, drink, arts and crafts – all with a special Christmas twist. With the event spanning a month, you’ll have plenty of time to dip in and out and soak up the magical atmosphere of this most festive time of year and pick out your favourite pieces to pop under the tree. The markets are open every day from 9am to 5pm, and from 9am to 9pm on Wednesdays.
Bedruthan Christmas Fayre
23rd - 24th November 2024
Commencing the start of Christmas festivities in Cornwall is Bedruthan Christmas Fayre. An annual celebration held at The Bedruthan overlooking the golden sands of Mawgan Porth, this unmissable event brims with festive energy and proposes a wealth of things to see and do. Head over to uncover the festive line up, including workshops, Christmas crafts, artisan stalls, children’s play areas, and views over endless Atlantic seas.
Charlestown Christmas Markets
23rd - 24th November 2024
Known for its olde-world charm and historic tall ships that grace its harbour, Charlestown boasts one of the most magical settings for Christmas festivities in Cornwall. This year, you can visit the Charlestown Christmas market to revel in the wide array of high quality food and drink, gifts and crafts from Cornish producers as Christmas choirs and bands chime out a soundtrack of old-time classics.
Cornwall Christmas Fair, the Eden Project
27th - 28th November 2024
See the iconic Eden biomes adopt a beautiful blue cloak in celebration of 2024’s Christmas festivities this year. Set across two days from 27th to 28th November, Cornwall Christmas Fair at the Eden Project will tempt revellers with an array of Christmas gifts, ethical fashion, jewellery, skincare, mouth-watering food and lots more. What’s more, 15% of all takings will be donated to the Cornwall Community Foundation.
Porthleven Christmas Market
29th November 2024
This year’s Porthleven Christmas Market will take place with a beautiful backdrop of the sea. Held inside the Shipyard Market and along the illuminated harbour, the market sees stallholders from all over the local area come together to share their Christmas wares, from Cornish candles to silver jewellery inspired by the sea. For the nippers, there will also be the chance to meet Santa, too.
Millbrook Christmas Market
1st December 2024
The annual Millbrook Christmas Market is returning once again for unmissable festive forays. Held in Millbrook’s village hall on the Rame Peninsula, this year’s market promises more than sixty stalls both inside and out, serving a range of gifts, art, crafts and more. Keeping Christmas shoppers fuelled along the way are an array of delicious food and drinks, including delectable favourites such as mulled wine and hot chocolates with a Baileys-infused twist.
Falmouth's Festive Weekend
7th - 8th December 2024
Think Falmouth’s Festive Weekend, think ice-skating, ice curling, land trains, festive stalls, mulled wine, live choirs and much, much more. One of the festive highlights of the county, this Christmas festival in Cornwall has something for everyone and promises ample to see and do. You can even look forward to snowy streets, thanks to the town’s snow machines and their brilliant water-based, eco-friendly snow!
Mount Edgcumbe Christmas Fayre, Torpoint
14th - 15th December 2024
Ready to imbue Christmas cheer, Mount Edgcumbe is set to host a fantastic Christmas fayre in their historic house by the sea. Featuring over seventy stalls selling all sorts of mouth-watering foodie goods and local artisan gifts, there will be something to see at every turn, perfect for both treating yourself and sharing with loved ones. Head over this Christmas for a full programme of festive frivolities, including live entertainment, family-friendly activities, stilt walkers and Santa’s Grotto.
Jubilee Wharf Christmas Fair
14th - 15th December 2024
Nestled at the head of the Penryn River, the picturesque Jubilee Wharf overlooks peaceful, tidal waterways fringed by trees. A creative hub, this waterside space in Penryn has been hosting a beloved Christmas market for over a decade and beckons with more festive fun this year. Visit Jubilee Wharf Christmas Fair this December to browse the array of indoor and outdoor stands filled with artisan goods handcrafted by local artists and makers, from bespoke sea glass jewellery to unique art pieces to luxury skincare products.
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