Newcastle Christmas Markets

Newcastle Christmas Market

 

Christmas Markets are BACK for 2025 and the good news is that there are plenty of markets to choose from in NewcastleGateshead this year. Do your Christmas shopping with independent businesses in Newcastle and enjoy a festive day out while you're at it.

 

What do you love most about a Christmas market? Is it the pervasive aroma of mulled wine or perhaps the festive music? Whether it is the draw of great food and indulgent drinks or a chance to browse stalls by local creators, makers and artisans - start your Christmas shopping in Newcastle at one of the region's top markets.

 

Newcastle is a great, Christmassy day out - and with a chance to explore the city as well as the local neighbourhoods, choose from a range of bustling markets and artisan fairs popping up in Jesmond, Ouseburn and along the Quayside. 

 

Discover where you can buy unique gifts, support local creatives and produces as well as tuck into tasty treats at Christmas markets in Newcastle... 

 

This year's festive celebrations promise something for everyone, with the addition of a brand-new Christmas village in Old Eldon Square, featuring family-friendly activities like Santa’s Stories tipi, an Elf Workshop, and the Rockin’ Reindeer stage. At Monument and Grey Street, the bustling market stalls are back, offering a brilliant range of unique gifts and seasonal treats. Look out for the iconic North Pole igloo pods perched above the market, where you can cosy up with food and drinks while taking in the stunning views of Grey Street. Don’t miss the return of the ever-popular Moosenwirt alpine bar, nestled in the heart of Grey Street, adding a warming touch to Newcastle’s food and drink scene.

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The majority of trips return from destination between 16:30 and 17:30. The driver will inform you of the exact time on the day, dependant on outward travel times. Whilst we do not guarantee a W/C on board most of our excursion fleet do have toilet facilities. For your comfort we allocate seating at time of booking, however reserve the right to alter or amend your seat allocation for utilisation purposes.

 

Our Pick-ups are as follows:

 

• Rotherham Interchange - Stands C2

• Barnsley Interchange – Stands 23/24