Bath's Christmas Markets are some of the most famous in the country, known for attracting hundreds of thousands of visitors every single year. The city's streets come alive with seasonal stalls, and we've got the low-down on where to find them all for 2026.
That's not all though, as we've rounded up all the best smaller and independent markets across the city - perfect for discovering local vendors and enjoying a quieter browsing experience.
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Best Bath Christmas Markets 2026
1. Bath Christmas Market
The iconic Bath Christmas Market was founded in 2001, and has only grown more popular since then. There'll be 245 traders across the city centre, including Abbeygate Street, Bath Street, Milsom Street and New Bond Street. 61 of these stalls are coming to the market for the first time, and 80% come from the South West, giving you a real variety of local, independent goods to choose from.
You can find everything from jewellery to homeware, personalised gifts and a wide range of food and drink. There'll also be festive lights and live entertainment on some dates, and there's an indoor space with a bar on Stall Street if you fancy sitting down and warming up. With around 440,000 visitors each year, this one is likely to get busy, so come on a weekday morning if you'd like something a bit quieter.
- Location: across the city centre
- When: 26th November - 13th December 2026
- Price: free entry
- Opening hours: Monday to Wednesday: 10am - 7pm, Thursday to Saturday: 10am - 8pm, Sunday: 10am - 6pm
Bath's city centre Christmas markets see well over 400,000 visitors every year.
2. BRLSI Christmas Makers Market
The Bath Royal Literary and Scientific Institution host a Christmas Makers Market inside their grand building, showcasing all kinds of local and independent producers. The stallholders change every few days, so there's always something new to check out, and money raised supports BRLSI’s charitable aims.
Discover everything from ceramics to candles, textiles and jewellery, with items ranging in price from £5 to £200. They'll also be hosting workshops, where you can learn to make your own Christmas decorations.
- Location: 16 Queen Square, BA1 2HN
- When: 26th November - 13th December 2026
- Price: free entry
- Opening hours: Monday to Wednesday: 10am - 4.30pm, Thursday to Sunday: 10am - 5.30pm
Discover local goods at this market full of independent makers.
3. The Bath Independent Christmas Market
If you're looking for a smaller festive market in Bath, then check out the Bath Independent Christmas Market. This takes place in New Oriel Hall, featuring local artists, makers, traders and musicians all under one roof.
There'll also be a range of scrumptious food and drink on the cards, and there's even live music at midday.
- Location: New Oriel Hall, Brookleaze Buildings, BA1 6RA
- When: 8th November 2026
- Price: free entry (though tickets may be required)
- Opening hours: 10am - 3pm
Find independent local traders at this indoor Christmas market in Bath.
4. Widcombe Christmas Market
Searching for independent Christmas markets in Bath? Widcombe Christmas Market sells handmade gifts by local artisans, taking place over a weekend in November. It's celebrating its 20th year, with an array of producers bringing you all kinds of goods.
Peruse stalls of pottery, jewellery, award-winning candles, handcrafted cards and so much more, spread across two spaces - Widcombe Social Club and Natural Theatre Co. There'll also be seasonal refreshments available.
- Location: Widcombe Social Club and Natural Theatre Co, Lower Widcombe Hill, BA2 6AA
- When: 14th and 15th November 2026
- Price: free entry
- Opening hours: Saturday: 10.30am - 5pm, Sunday: 10.30am - 4pm
Get all your handmade goods at this local festive market.
5. Bear Flat Artists Christmas Market
Bear Flat Artists Christmas Market is a one-day-only event that brings you a plethora of local artists and makers under one roof. As the name suggests, this is a group of artists who all live in or around the area of Bear Flat in Bath, with more than 40 people making up the group.
Some of them will be selling their creations on this date, from ceramics to jewellery, photography and paintings. Of course, you'll find plenty of festive items as well.
- Location: Beechen Cliff Methodist Hall, Bruton Avenue, BA2 4QJ
- When: 21st November 2026
- Price: free entry
- Opening hours: 10am - 5pm
Support local artists at this unique Christmas market.
FAQs:
Are the Christmas markets in Bath free to enter?
Yes, entry to all of Bath's Christmas markets are free, though some may require tickets to enter.
Which Bath Christmas market is best for independent makers?
All the markets in this guide focus on local and independent makers, so the best choice depends on what you want to buy. The BRLSI Christmas Makers Market changes its stallholders every few days, which makes it worth a repeat visit. Bear Flat Artists Christmas Market is run by more than 40 local artists, so it is a good choice for original art and one-off pieces.
Are there indoor Christmas markets in Bath?
Yes, several are held indoors. The main Bath Christmas Market has an indoor space with a bar on Stall Street where you can warm up, and the BRLSI Christmas Makers Market takes place inside its building at 16 Queen Square. The Bath Independent Christmas Market is held indoors at New Oriel Hall, with local artists, makers and traders under one roof.
What is the quietest time to visit a Bath Christmas market?
Weekday mornings are the quietest option. The main Bath Christmas Market opens at 10am from Monday to Wednesday, so visiting early in the week makes a real difference to crowds.
Are there food and drink options at Bath Christmas markets?
Yes, the main Bath Christmas Market offers a wide range of food and drink, and the Bath Independent Christmas Market has food and drink on offer too. Widcombe Christmas Market also serves seasonal refreshments across its two spaces.
