# Event Details - **Event Name**: Knaresborough Christmas Market 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 05 Dec, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sun, 06 Dec, 2026 at 05:00 pm (+00:00) - **Event Description**: Join us on the weekend for a wonderful festive event in the picturesque North Yorkshire market town of Knaresborough, with quality stalls, independent shops, live musical entertainment, free park and ride and a spectacular firework finale at 4.30pm on the Sunday. Explore the High Street and busy shopping areas surrounding the market – full of independent shops offering speciality items and a warm Yorkshire welcome. Discover the delightful Castlegate area. Here you will find a wide range of independent shops and businesses and the wonderfully quirky Green Dragon Yard. Witness the famous viaduct river view from the historic castle ruins, visit the Courthouse Museum and Knaresborough Heritage Centre (opposite the bus station) or simply enjoy a stroll along Waterside. From the Market Place, follow Kirkgate or the High Street down to the train station and onwards to the stunning Christmas Tree Festival at St John’s Church, with over 70 beautifully decorated trees. The event is organised by Knaresborough Rotary, Knaresborough & District Chamber and Knaresborough Lions. πŸŽ„πŸŽ„πŸŽ„ MARKET TIMINGS Saturday 5 December 2026: 10am - 5pm Sunday 6 December 2026: 10am - 5pm Sunday 6 December 2026 4.30pm - Firework Finale πŸŽ„πŸŽ„πŸŽ„ ENTERTAINMENT Saturday 5th December Sunday 6th December πŸŽ„πŸŽ„πŸŽ„ GETTING THERE AND AWAY Located just a few miles from Harrogate in North Yorkshire, the historic market town of Knaresborough is easily accessible by road, rail or bus. The town is less than 5 miles from the A1 and is connected to national transport routes via regular trains from Leeds and York. πŸŽ„πŸŽ„πŸŽ„ PARKING A FREE Park and Ride service is available all weekend from the GSPK car park on Manse Lane (HG5 8LF) to the Chapel Street next to the Market Square Additional paid parking is available at Chapel Street, Fisher Street and York Place. Parking is limited close to the Market Square due to road closures. We therefore strongly advise using the Park and Ride if at all possible. This runs from 8am - 5.30pm on both days. There are 7KW EV charging points located in Chapel Street Short Stay car park. πŸŽ„πŸŽ„πŸŽ„ ACCESSIBILITY The Park and Ride buses are accessible for wheelchairs and pushchairs. πŸŽ„πŸŽ„πŸŽ„ PUBLIC TRANSPORT Knaresborough is served by regular buses to and from Harrogate. These leave from the bus station next to the Market Square. The number 36 then provides onward travel to Ripon and Leeds. There are regular train services to and from York and Leeds. Leeds trains run every 30 minutes and York trains run every hour. Find out more at www.northernrailway.co.uk. πŸŽ„πŸŽ„πŸŽ„ ATMS & CASH ACCESS There are two ATMs in Knaresborough; one at Sainsbury’s Local by the bus station and another one at Tesco Express on the High Street. Some stalls will accept cards, but you are advised to bring plenty of cash with you. πŸŽ„πŸŽ„πŸŽ„ FIREWORK FINALE (SUNDAY) There will be a firework display at 4.30pm on Sunday, which can be seen from any viewpoint which overlooks the river area. Pet owners please note that the display lasts for about 15 minutes. πŸŽ„πŸŽ„πŸŽ„ STALLHOLDERS If you are interested in having a stall at this years market, please visit our website for more information and complete a stall application form. Please note that hot food vendors will be by invitation only this year. πŸŽ„πŸŽ„πŸŽ„ SPONSORSHIP There are a range of sponsorship opportunities available for local businesses. Please email info@knaresboroughchristmasmarket.co.uk for more details. πŸŽ„πŸŽ„πŸŽ„ Find out more at: www.knaresboroughchristmasmarket.co.uk - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/harrogate/knaresborough-christmas-market-2026/200030503801313 - **Event Categories**: christmas, christmas-markets-and-fairs, festivals, live-music, shopping - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Harrogate - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: 18, Market Place, HG5 8AG β€Ž Knaresborough, United Kingdom - **lat**: 54.00838 - **long**: -1.46705 - **full address**: 18, Market Place, HG5 8AG β€Ž Knaresborough, United Kingdom, 35 High Street, Knaresborough, HG5 0ET, United Kingdom, Harrogate ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Knaresborough Christmas Market 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/35b4751821a828b314f50c9f39afd00e45e2594808dfc105b1f3fd4368ea1add-rimg-w1200-h847-dc180818-gmir?v=1787282533 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Knaresborough Christmas Market 2026 being held? - **A:** Knaresborough Christmas Market 2026 takes place on Sat, 05 Dec, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sun, 06 Dec, 2026 at 05:00 pm at 18, Market Place, HG5 8AG β€Ž Knaresborough, United Kingdom, 35 High Street, Knaresborough, HG5 0ET, United Kingdom, Harrogate. - **Q**: Who is organizing Knaresborough Christmas Market 2026? - **A:** Knaresborough Christmas Market 2026 is organized by Knaresborough Christmas Market. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Knaresborough Christmas Market 2026 is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Harrogate, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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