York Christmas Markets, with Lilly Likes Short Breaks

The City of York holds markets dating back farther than a large portion of other English cities. York has a Christmas Festival each year, running the market as part of this. Read on to learn the where, what, and when of the York Christmas Market.

About the City of York Christmas Markets

Everyone gets involved in the city of York Christmas Festival. Restaurants put on special deals, local coffee shops cook hot chocolate on a massive scale, and the city throws together bunting for all the best attractions, which often run their own (sometimes Viking related) Christmas events. If you are attending the Christmas Market here, or if you just spend a lot of time in York, the VisitYork Pass can get you discounts on local attractions… and there are many.

Where is the York Christmas Market held?

The market has been a Christmas staple in York since 1992 and always appears in the same streets. The Alpine style chalets are on Parliament Street, St Sampson’s Square, and is likely to spill out into the surrounding areas.

When is the York Christmas Market this year?

The York Christmas Market of 2023 will be held between the 16^th of November and the 22^nd of December. During that time, you can visit well over a hundred stalls.

Are there smaller markets?

Head to St Nicholas Fair if you want to ride the fairground attractions. You should always visit the Shambles in York at Christmas time for extra stalls.

Where should you book a break to York at Christmas time?

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