Newcastle Christmas Market 2026 – Dates & Opening Times

About this car boot sale

A Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday car boot sale in Newcastle upon Tyne, the North East, with its dates, times, prices and facilities below.

Newcastle's Christmas Market, run by Newcastle City Council with the NE1 business improvement district, lines Grey Street, Grainger Street, the area around Grey's Monument and Nelson Street in the heart of Grainger Town. In 2026 it has more than 70 traders, over 86% of them based within 20 miles of the city centre, selling food, gifts and festive products. The Christmas Village on Old Eldon Square returns alongside it, with Santa Stories, a vintage carousel and a Ferris wheel.

The market runs every day from Thursday 19 November to Wednesday 23 December 2026, a week after the city's Christmas lights switch-on on 12 November; the Christmas Village stays open until 31 December. The 2026 daily opening hours had not been published when this listing was checked; the market has previously opened at 10am, so check the organiser's website for closing times before a late visit. There is no ticket to browse the street market, and Monument Metro station is right beside it. 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 19 November 2026 (expected)
Buyers from: 10am
Season: November to December
Frequency: Weekly
Bank holidays: No

Features & Amenities

Confirmed on site: refreshments.

Food & drink ☕
Outdoor venue
Around 70 stalls

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 (open-air street market, no tickets); seller pitches trade stalls by application — contact the organiser.

Entry for buyers

Free entry

Free (open-air street market, no tickets)

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

Around 70 stalls, busiest in the first hour. A quick guide based on the 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: Moderate (~70 stalls)

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 Newcastle's Christmas Market: whether it is on this week, what time to arrive and what it costs.

Is Newcastle's Christmas Market open today?

No — Newcastle's Christmas Market is not on today (Thursday 1 October). The next sale is Thursday 19 November.

Is Newcastle's Christmas Market on tomorrow?

No — Newcastle's Christmas Market is not on tomorrow (Friday 2 October). The next sale is Thursday 19 November.

Is Newcastle's Christmas Market open this Saturday or Sunday?

No — Newcastle's Christmas Market is not on this weekend (3–4 October). The next sale is Thursday 19 November.

What time does Newcastle's Christmas Market start?

Buyers can arrive from 10am.

What are the 2026 dates for Newcastle's Christmas Market?

The next 2026 dates for Newcastle's Christmas Market are Thu 19 Nov, Fri 20 Nov and Sat 21 Nov.

How much does Newcastle's Christmas Market cost?

Buyer entry is free (open-air street market, no tickets) and a seller pitch costs trade stalls by application — contact the organiser.

When is the next Newcastle's Christmas Market?

The next sale is expected on Thu 19 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 (November to December) and every Friday (November to December).

Is there parking at Newcastle's Christmas Market?

Parking is limited — arrive early or use nearby parking.

Is Newcastle's Christmas Market dog friendly?

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

Does Newcastle's Christmas Market run all year round?

No — Newcastle's Christmas Market runs seasonally, from November to December.

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Please contact the car boot organiser or check their official website to confirm it is running. Some car boot sales cancel due to poor weather if they do not have indoor facilities.

Newcastle's Christmas Market