Christmas Markets in County Down 2026
7 Christmas markets for families in County Down for Christmas 2026. Each listing shows the dates, opening times and entry prices published by the organiser, and what’s on for kids, with a link to the organiser’s own website.
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Creative Peninsula Christmas Fayre
A Christmas fayre of makers and artists selling handmade gifts at Ards Arts Centre in Newtownards town centre. Friday 4 December (4pm to 8pm) and Saturday 5 December 2026 (10am to 4pm).
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The Christmas Market at Orange Tree House
A daytime Christmas market on the shores of Strangford Lough, with stalls from local makers, independent businesses and artisan producers selling handmade gifts, crafted goods and seasonal treats. Sunday 6 December 2026, 12pm to 5pm....
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Newry Christmas Markets
A Christmas market at Newry Variety Market that opens with the town's Christmas lights switch-on on Thursday 19 November. Santa's Christmas Workshop at the market is booked online, and every child gets a gift. Every Thursday to Sunday...
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Yuletide Market at Rowallane Garden
A Yuletide market of local traders in the Stableyard at Rowallane Garden, with choirs singing in the garden. Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 December 2026, 10am to 4pm. The market has no extra charge, but normal garden admission applies....
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Christmas Artisan Market at Castle Ward
An artisan Christmas market in Castle Ward's theatre space and Stableyard, with handcrafted gifts and food, and the chance to tour the Georgian mansion decorated for Christmas. Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 December 2026, 11am to 4pm. The...
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Christmas Market at Mount Stewart
Mount Stewart's Christmas market sells local gifts in the house's function room, with music, while the National Trust house is decorated for Christmas. Friday 27 November and Friday 18 and Saturday 19 December 2026, 1pm to 7.30pm. The...
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Royal Hillsborough Christmas Markets
Royal Hillsborough's Christmas markets set up on The Dark Walk in the village, with local traders and family-friendly entertainment. Friday 11 December 2026, 3pm to 9pm, and Saturday 12 December (times to be confirmed). Free admission;...
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Common questions
How many Christmas markets are there in County Down for Christmas 2026?
Kids Patch lists 7 Christmas markets in County Down for Christmas 2026. Each listing links straight through to the organiser’s own website — Kids Patch is free for parents to use and takes no booking fee or commission.
When do Christmas markets in County Down run?
7 of the 7 listings have published their dates. The earliest opens on 19 November and the latest runs until 20 December. The dates are the range each one runs within, often on selected days only, so check the organiser’s calendar before you travel.
Are there free Christmas markets in County Down?
Yes — 2 of the 7 listings are free to attend. Some free events still ask you to book a place, so check each listing.
Do I need tickets for Christmas markets in County Down?
2 of the 7 listings are free to walk in to, and every listing links to the organiser’s own website for opening times. Kids Patch does not take bookings or payment.