Cardiff Christmas Market 2026 – Dates & Opening Times

About this car boot sale

A Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday car boot sale in Cardiff, Wales, with its dates, times, prices and facilities below.

Cardiff Christmas Market is an open-air market of independent artists, makers, craftspeople and food producers spread along St John Street, Working Street, Trinity Street and Hills Street in the city centre, around St John's Church and close to the Central Market and The Hayes. Run by Craft*folk, it concentrates on handmade gifts and crafts, with a stall line-up that changes through the season. In 2026 it runs every day from Thursday 12 November to Wednesday 23 December.

The market is open from 10am to 6pm Monday to Saturday and from 10am to 5pm on Sundays. New this year, it stays open until 7pm every Thursday through December. Entry is free. Cardiff Central and Queen Street stations are both a short walk away. Details confirmed on the organiser's website, October 2026.

Opening season & schedule

Open on Saturdays, Sundays, Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, from November to December, buyers from 10am.

Open on: Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
Next date: Thursday 12 November 2026 (expected)
Saturdays: Buyers 10am · Closes 6pm
Sundays: Buyers 10am · Closes 5pm
Mondays: Buyers 10am · Closes 6pm
Tuesdays: Buyers 10am · Closes 6pm
Wednesdays: Buyers 10am · Closes 6pm
Thursdays: Buyers 10am · Closes 7pm
Fridays: Buyers 10am · Closes 6pm
Season: November to December
Frequency: Weekly
Bank holidays: No

Features & Amenities

Confirmed on site: refreshments.

Food & drink ☕
Outdoor venue

Only confirmed facilities are listed. Anything missing may still be there — tell us what to add.

Car boot sale pricing & entry fees

Entry is free for buyers; seller pitches trade stalls by application — contact the organiser.

Entry for buyers

Free entry

Gates open from 10am

Pitches for sellers

Trade stalls by application — contact the organiser

Prices are a guide from the latest listing details — please confirm with the organiser before travelling.

What to expect

A quick guide based on this sale's opening times, size and facilities; see the reviews below for first-hand accounts.

Best time to arrive: From 10am, when buyers are let in
Size & crowd: Varies by week

Variety of second-hand bargains
Good food & drink options
Family-friendly atmosphere
Busiest first thing on a Saturday morning
Parking can be limited — arrive early
Mostly outdoors — few covered areas
Bring cash — most sellers are cash only

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Cardiff Christmas Market: whether it is on this week, what time to arrive and what it costs.

Is Cardiff Christmas Market open today?

No — Cardiff Christmas Market is not on today (Thursday 1 October). The next sale is Thursday 12 November.

Is Cardiff Christmas Market on tomorrow?

No — Cardiff Christmas Market is not on tomorrow (Friday 2 October). The next sale is Thursday 12 November.

Is Cardiff Christmas Market open this Saturday or Sunday?

No — Cardiff Christmas Market is not on this weekend (3–4 October). The next sale is Thursday 12 November.

What time does Cardiff Christmas Market start?

Saturdays: buyers from 10am, closes around 6pm. Sundays: buyers from 10am, closes around 5pm. Mondays: buyers from 10am, closes around 6pm. Tuesdays: buyers from 10am, closes around 6pm. Wednesdays: buyers from 10am, closes around 6pm. Thursdays: buyers from 10am, closes around 7pm. Fridays: buyers from 10am, closes around 6pm.

What are the 2026 dates for Cardiff Christmas Market?

The next 2026 dates for Cardiff Christmas Market are Thu 12 Nov, Fri 13 Nov and Sat 14 Nov.

How much does Cardiff Christmas Market cost?

Buyer entry is free entry and a seller pitch costs trade stalls by application — contact the organiser.

When is the next Cardiff Christmas Market?

The next sale is expected on Thu 12 Nov, based on its regular schedule. It runs every Saturday (November to December), every Sunday (November to December), every Monday (November to December), every Tuesday (November to December), every Wednesday (November to December), every Thursday (December to December) and every Friday (November to December).

Is there parking at Cardiff Christmas Market?

Parking is limited — arrive early or use nearby parking.

Is Cardiff Christmas Market dog friendly?

Dogs are not listed for this sale — check with the organiser before travelling.

Does Cardiff Christmas Market run all year round?

No — Cardiff Christmas Market runs seasonally, from November to December.

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Cardiff Christmas Market