Christmas Markets (Fayres) 2024-2025 in Wales

Christmas markets or fayres pop up across the main squares of Welsh cities and towns from mid-November to Christmas Eve. Visitors can choose between typical Christmas markets with lights & foods and medieval fairs with traditional knights and handicrafts, or stock shows and agricultural competitions.

Cardiff Christmas Market (November 14–December 23, 2024) & Cardiff Winter Wonderland (November 14, 2024– January 5, 2025)

Pedestrian streets of Cardiff host about 100 Christmas market stalls and 200 exhibitors that, together with Cardiff's Winter Wonderland, turn the center of the capital into a magic Christmas area. You can find all sorts of Christmas-themed stalls selling arts, handicrafts, candles, food, clothing, jewelry, and so on. The market is open from 10 am to 6 pm, Monday to Saturday, and from 10 am to 5 pm on Sundays.

Caerphilly Winter Food & Craft Fair (November 30, 2024)

Caerphilly town and castle are filled with sounds, smells, and sights of all things Christmassy. Enjoy delicious local food, mulled wine, street theatre performances, and over 100 stalls selling gifts and foods. The fair features the magical River of Light Lantern Parade at 5 pm and ends with a spectacular fireworks display at 5:45 pm. The public can also attend the River of Light Lantern-Making Workshops and make a special lantern for the parade. The fair runs from 10 am to 6 pm. Caerphilly is just 10 miles from Cardiff, so you can spend a day away from the capital's buzz and fuss.

Royal Welsh Winter Fair at Royal Welsh Showground (November 25–26, 2024)

Royal Welsh Winter Fair is set at the Royal Welsh Showground in-between Llanelwedd and Builth Wells. It exhibits the best of British farming and poultry alongside with hounds and farriery demonstrations. Visitors can stroll through 300 stalls and meet Santa in his grotto. Dozens of competitions take place in such categories as Livestock & Equine, The Hound Show, Butchery, Floral Art & Horticulture, and Homecrafts. Fayre guests can also experience the vibes of live auctions, see livestock on display, and participate in classes and competitions.

Winter Fair at Aberglasney (November 29–December 1, 2024)

Plenty of winter magic awaits at the Aberglasney Winter Fayre as well. Two huge pavilions are set up in its gardens where one can buy Christmas gifts, try the tasty food and Welsh cuisine, or drink a glass of mulled wine. The unique shopping experience features dozens of artists, makers, crafters, designers, and other exhibitors. The food marquee provides visitors the opportunity to stock up on festive treats, such as artisan cheeses, decadent chocolate, festive spirits, Welsh cakes, and chutneys. One of Wales’ biggest fairs runs from 10 am to 4:30 pm each day.

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