Christmas markets (Advent)
Nov 26 – Dec 22, 2026
Why demand moves
Markets open around the first Sunday of Advent: mulled wine, food stalls, crafts and gifts draw huge crowds and tourists.
What peaks
Businesses in the whole country listed on BYZXPO. Allow location to see how many are near you.
Plan for this season
See where there's room for you
Compare how many businesses of each busy type are near a place with the country as a whole: gaps, typical or crowded. Free accounts get one check a month; paid plans get more.
Sign in to use itBusiness ideas for this season
Market stall for crafts or food
Medium start-up costHandmade ornaments and candles
Low start-up costKey dates
Start getting ready
Sep 3 · 12 weeks before
Starts
Nov 26 · In 38 days
Ends
Dec 22
Get ready checklist
Apply for market pitches months ahead
Build stock over the autumn
Questions about Christmas markets (Advent) in the United Kingdom
When is Christmas markets (Advent) 2026 in the United Kingdom?
Christmas markets (Advent) 2026 in the United Kingdom runs from November 26, 2026 to December 22, 2026.
Which businesses are busiest during Christmas markets (Advent)?
gift shops, craft stores, bakeries, handmade goods and restaurants see the most demand. Markets open around the first Sunday of Advent: mulled wine, food stalls, crafts and gifts draw huge crowds and tourists.
When should businesses start preparing for Christmas markets (Advent)?
About 12 weeks before — from September 3, 2026 for Christmas markets (Advent) 2026. Apply for market pitches months ahead
What business can I start for Christmas markets (Advent)?
Ideas for Christmas markets (Advent): market stall for crafts or food (medium start-up cost) and handmade ornaments and candles (low start-up cost).