The ten days of festivities at Harrogate Christmas Market are set to be bigger and better this year. A range of new stallholders will participate, along with the region’s most popular artisans and gourmet food makers.
In this guide, I list the confirmed dates for 2024, opening times and popular stalls.
Harrogate Christmas Market 2024
Dates – Confirmed
Harrogate Christmas Market dates: 29th November to 15th December 2024 (confirmed).
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Source: Dates are obtained directly from the event organiser’s website, available here.
Plan Your Visit
Location and Times
Location: Cambridge Street and Market Place
Opening times:
Monday to Saturday: 10am to 7pm.
Sunday: 10:30am to 4:30pm.
Christmas Day: Closed.
Travel and Accommodation
Public transport: Buses and trains are available.
Parking: Please take public transport to help limit congestion.
Where to stay: Prospect Crescent is a very nice, highly-rated apartment hotel.
Amenities and Attractions
Admission: Free, no tickets required.
Christmas lights: Yes, but no switch on date.
Santa: No.
Ice skating: Yes, at Crescent Gardens.
Reason to visit: The bright decorations in the high street.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian: Yes, plenty of options.
Vegan: Yes, some options.
Gluten-free: Limited. Ask individual vendors, but beware of cross-contamination.
Food specialities: Classic treats like bratwurst and mulled wine. Plus British pork pies.
Accessibility
Accessible: Yes.
Pet-friendly: Yes, but not recommended during busy periods.
Convenient Hotels
Harrogate is a small city with a town centre that can be easily explored on foot. If you’re arriving by train, Harrogate train station is only a few minutes from the event.
I recommend staying at Prospect Crescent, which is one street away from the markets. It’s a lovely apartment hotel with classic decor and great views of the park and the Cenotaph.
Plan your winter holiday with my UK Christmas Markets List.
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Christmas in Harrogate
Officially known as Harrogate Christmas Fayre, the hugely popular event is once again taking place in the pedestrian-only area of the town centre.
Christmas lights and decorations add a festive atmosphere to the cobblestone streets, with a huge tree taking its place in the very centre.
The white Christmas train is available to get you around if you need it, and live music will play during busy times.
Expected Stalls
- Yorkshire Pudding: Wraps are filled with roast meat and vegetables, all snugly tucked inside a Yorkshire pudding.
- Hot Mulled Wine: A staple of markets across the world.
- Vegetable Pies: Local bakeries have stalls selling a variety of pies, including plant-based and vegetarian options.
- Cheese: Local cheese producers have market stalls, selling favourites such as Wensleydale.
- Gingerbread: Traditional gingerbread is available.
- Tweed: A locally-produced fabric used to make items like clothing and home decor.
- Yorkshire Tea: A local favourite, tea from the region makes an ideal gift or stocking filler.
Sustainability Tips
- Book an Eco-friendly Hotel: A range of hotels in Harrogate are dedicated to environmental sustainability, with some using renewable energy sources.
- Reduce Food Waste: Consider portion sizes when ordering and share dishes if necessary to minimise waste.
- Ethical Consumption: The market has beautiful products, but before purchasing one, consider whether you truly need it and the materials used in its production.
- Sustainable Diets: The Fayre has plenty of vegetarian and plant-based options from local producers.
- Transport: Harrogate is a compact town, making exploring on foot or by bike easy. If you need to travel further, consider using public transport such as local buses and trains.
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Hello
I would like to apply to trade this year with my jewellery business, Junebug Jewellery.
Please could you let me know any information on how to apply?
thank you
Probably best to contact Visit Harrogate.
I would like to bring a coach party do I need to book in please ?
It’s best to speak to the council about that.
Sorry we’ve only just seen this. You can contact Destination Harrogate to book a place in a designated coach park after your guests have been dropped off in the town centre.
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