Festivals & markets in the UK

Times are UK time. Today is Wed 4 Nov.

5 events

Fri 6 Nov

Festivals & markets

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Manchester Christmas Markets

When: 6 Nov to Tue 22 Dec
Where: Various city centre sites incl. Albert Square and Cathedral Gardens, Manchester

Around 210 stalls across Manchester city centre. Stalls at Albert Square and Cathedral Gardens stay open until 3 January 2027.

Checked 3 NovSee listing

Thu 12 Nov

Festivals & markets

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Free

Cardiff's Winter Wonderland

When: 12 Nov 2026 to Sun 3 Jan 2027
Where: Cardiff Castle grounds and City Hall lawns

Ice rink, ice walk and funfair spread across Cardiff Castle and City Hall lawns. Skating must be booked online. Closed Christmas Day and Boxing Day.

Checked 3 NovOfficial page

Sat 14 Nov

Festivals & markets

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Free

Belfast Christmas Lights Switch-on

When: Sat 14 Nov, 18:30
Where: Belfast City Hall (Donegall Square North and Donegall Place)

Belfast City Council's lights switch-on, hosted by the Lord Mayor, with local performers. Everyone, including young children, needs a free ticket. Gates open 18:00.

Checked 3 NovOfficial page

Festivals & markets

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Edinburgh's Christmas

When: 14 Nov 2026 to Sun 3 Jan 2027
Where: East and West Princes Street Gardens, George Street, Edinburgh

Edinburgh's city-centre winter festival: traditional Christmas market, big wheel and Starflyer in East Princes Street Gardens, plus a family funfair in West Princes Street Gardens.

Checked 3 NovSee listing

Thu 19 Nov

Festivals & markets

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Hyde Park Winter Wonderland

When: 19 Nov 2026 to Sun 3 Jan 2027
Where: Hyde Park, London

Seasonal funfair, rides, attractions and Christmas market in Hyde Park. All visitors need a pre-booked timed entry ticket. Closed Christmas Day; opening times vary.

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