Glasgow Christmas Markets 2024-2025 in Scotland

Being the most populous city in Scotland, Glasgow is also the national cultural hub of the country and home to a wide range of shopping centers, pubs, and bars. You'll find no shortage of things to do, no matter what season you visit this famous port city. But the holiday season, late November to late December, ensures a unique Christmas atmosphere throughout Glasgow city center, particularly at its two quaint Christmas markets, scattered on George Square and St. Enoch Square.

George Square Christmas Market (December 1, 2024–January 7, 2025)

The most famous gathering point over the winter holidays must be George Square tucked in the very heart of the city. In addition to dozens of traders, offering exclusive gifts and festive treats, the local Christmas market boasts a 50-foot (15-m) Christmas tree, a huge ice skating rink, a Victorian carousel, and amusement rides for kids. The hours of operation are usually 10 am to 10 pm.

St Enoch Square Christmas Market (November 18, 2024–January 5, 2025)

St Enoch Square hosts another great Christmas market, featuring over 50 cozy wooden chalets. Enjoy a beautifully ornated Christmas village while shopping with international traders. In addition to Christmas gifts, you'll find festive delicacies, such as traditional bratwurst, crepes, hog roast, and local favorite crispy duck rotisserie. St. Enoch Square Christmas Market is usually open from 9 am to 10 pm.

Glasgow Fort Christmas Market (November 22–December 29, 2024)

Christmas Market at Glasgow Fort welcomes guests with food, drink, craft gift stalls, rides at the funfair, and Capital Radio DJs. A traditional Christmas market also offers amazing shopping with over 100 stores.

Rags To Riches Christmas Market (mid-December 2024, on the selected dates)

On just two Saturdays during December, locals and visitors of the town can attend the Rags To Riches Christmas Market to support the small businesses, local artists, and crafters that will be displaying their work. A variety of decorations, hand-crafted jewelry, hot water bottles, and handmade soaps at The Deep End ensure a great shopping experience.

Riverside Museum Christmas Weekend (November 30– December 1, 2024)

The Riverside Museum Christmas Market is another event that lasts only for two days in early December. The Market features more than sixty stalls offering jewelry, soap, cakes, artwork, decorations, and much more. The whole family can enjoy free family craft activities, explore vintage fire engines, or take photos with characters from Star Wars. Entry to the museum and market is free for all ages.

Besides visiting Glasgow Christmas markets, you will like to explore the city's Victorian and art nouveau architecture against a beautiful backdrop of dazzling holiday lights.