CHRISTMAS - Artisan Markets Northwest

Christmas Artisan Markets Northwest

Do you love a trip to a Christmas market?

Well, come visit one of our fabulous locations in the Northwest and browse an abundance of stalls showcasing gifts and edible treats from a huge range of Artisans.

Prestbury Christmas Fair is a must visit to our Cheshire visitors. If brass bands, church choirs, twinky lights and mulled wine is your thing, then mark your calanders! This beautiful event showcases many award-winning food producers, crafters and local artists, promoting Cheshire’s best stallholders and providing a fun, festive atmosphere for the annual village event.

Warrington Christmas is one not to miss! With a weekend of family fun do not miss this Christmas Spectacle in Warrington Town Centre. Featuring over 70 stalls selling the very best local food, drink, artwork, craft and street food, with plenty of ideas for your festive gifts! Find something truly special for your friends and family at a local market this year.

A full list of Christmas Markets can be seen below.

Alderley Edge Light Switch On 2026

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November 21st
Times TBC

We are delighted to announce that we have been asked by Alderley Edge Parish Council to organise and manage the artisan stalls at this year’s Alderley Edge Christmas Lights Switch-On on 21st November.

This much-loved community event is one of the highlights of the festive season, bringing together residents, visitors, local businesses, and community groups for a magical evening of Christmas celebrations.

Visitors can enjoy a fantastic programme of entertainment throughout the event, including a live music stage featuring performances from local artists and bands, children’s entertainment, festive activities, and much more.

Our Christmas Market will offer a wonderful opportunity to shop local and discover unique gifts, handmade products, festive treats, and seasonal goodies in the run-up to Christmas.

Make sure to save the date and join us in Alderley Edge on 21st November for an evening of festive fun, entertainment, shopping, and of course, the spectacular Christmas lights switch-on.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Earlestown Light Switch On 2026

Earlestown Market, Market Street, Earlestown, Newton-le Willows WA12 9AQ - view map

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Saturday 28th November
Time: TBC

We’re thrilled to announce the launch of Earlestown Artisan Market, working in conjunction with St Helens Council and the newly renovated Earlestown Market.

We can’t wait to help breathe new life back into Earlestown and create a vibrant community event that showcases and celebrates local makers, producers, and small businesses.

Visitors can look forward to a fantastic selection of artisan stalls, live music throughout the day, and plenty of activities to keep the little ones entertained. Whether you’re shopping for unique handmade goods, enjoying delicious local food and drink, or simply soaking up the atmosphere, there will be something for everyone.

We’re excited to be part of this new chapter for Earlestown and look forward to welcoming traders, residents, and visitors to what promises to be a wonderful community market experience.

Frodsham Christmas Artisan Market 2026

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Saturday November 28th 10am – 8pm

Independent Street is delighted to have teamed up with the fabulous Christmas in Frodsham team to bring the artisan and food stalls to main street.

This wonderfully festive event sees thousands flock to Frodsham to get Christmas started in style!

As well as our artisan stalls there will be 2 main stages, a parade with road closure in place, community lantern making, Santa’s grotto, snow globe , school choirs, live music performances, and a few surprises along the way! This is a wonderfully busy Christmas event we hope you can join us!

Please note this event runs until 8pm and traders booking must have sufficient stock to trade into the evening.

Hyde Christmas Artisan Market

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Sunday November 22nd
11am – 3pm

Christmas is coming to Hyde Market Square!

Independent Street is delighted to be bringing a fabulous Christmas Artisan Market to the heart of Hyde, in collaboration with Tameside Council.

Join us for a wonderfully festive day packed with 50 incredible artisan stalls, showcasing independent makers, bakers, creators, foodies and small businesses — perfect for picking up unique Christmas gifts, festive treats and something a little different this Christmas.

WHAT TO EXPECT
🛍️ 50 Artisan Stalls
🎶 Live Music bringing plenty of festive cheer
🎨 FREE Children’s Christmas Art Workshop
🎨 FREE Face Painting
🎁 Christmas & Festive Surprises throughout the event!

Expect a festive atmosphere as Hyde Market Square comes alive with Christmas music, independent shopping, family entertainment and plenty of seasonal magic.

Supporting small businesses while enjoying a fantastic festive day out — what better way to start celebrating Christmas?

Southport Christmas Market Cabins 2026 (Individual Days)

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The Southport Christmas Markets which will take place across 3 extended weekends of festivities at Southport Market Hall in the heart of Southport.

Southport Market is incredibly busy at that time of year and is already booked out with party nights, children’s events, live entertainment, staff parties and more. There will also be Christmas Choirs, Walk Around Characters, Singers, Santas grotto and potentially a reindeer or 2 as well!

DECEMBER WEEKEND DATES:

4th, 5th, 6th

10th, 11th, 12th and 13th

17th, 18th, 19th and 20th

OPENING TIMES:

Thursdays – 12.00pm – 8.00pm

Fridays 12.00pm – 8.00pm

Saturdays 10.00am – 8.00pm

Sundays 11.00am – 5.00pm

Warrington Christmas Artisan Market 2026

Bridge Street / Warrington Town Centre, Bridge Street, WA1 1LY - view map

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Saturday November 14th 10am – 7pm
Sunday November 15th 11am – 5pm

We’re absolutely delighted to be returning to the heart of Warrington for our 5th year, proudly delivering the Warrington Christmas Markets alongside Warrington BID, Warrington Borough Council and Golden Square Shopping Centre.

Get ready for a magical festive weekend packed with Christmas cheer, thousands of visitors and an incredible programme of festive entertainment throughout the town centre.

Jingle those bells… can you smell the mulled wine already?

Prestbury Christmas Fair 2026

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Sunday December 6th
2pm – 6pm

Together with the Prestbury Parish Council we cannot wait to bring you the 2026 Prestbury Christmas Fair!

This stunning Christmas event is held in the centre of the village and sees the local businesses throw open their doors. A road closure will be in place and the high street will be bustling with artisan market stalls, community stalls, mulled wine stands, fire pits and church bells ringing and a street food arena. There will also be a funfair on bridge green, face painters, brass bands, samba bands, live music and entertainment galore! This beautifully festive day, held in the Golden Triangle of Cheshire is one not to miss!

Wigan Light Switch on at The Cotton Works 2026

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Saturday Nov 14th
3pm – 7pm

We are delighted to have been invited to bring 20 stalls to the Christmas Light Switch-On at The Cotton Works for a beautiful evening of festive shopping, brass bands, and choirs. It promises to be a magical night filled with Christmas cheer, merriment, and plenty of festive spirit!