The fabulously festive Christmas markets in Oxford and across Oxfordshire
Ditch the department stores this year and wrap up all your Christmas shopping at Oxfordshire’s most magical festive markets and fairs for 2025. Christmas shopping has never been more delightful.
Every year, throughout November and December, Oxfordshire comes alive with fairy-light-lined stalls, seasonal street food sellers, local makers, crafters, and more.
Whether you’re searching for delicious festive treats, traditional decorations, unique arts and crafts, or that thoughtful last-minute gift, the county’s yuletide markets are brimming with charm and Christmas cheer.
After a challenging few years for independent businesses, there’s also no better way to show your support than by choosing handcrafted gifts from local makers and artisans. From ceramics to clothing, chocolates to jewellery, you’ll find treasures made with care and creativity.
And for the ultimate festive experience, a visit to the enchanting German-style chalet Christmas market at Blenheim Palace is a must. With its twinkling lights, holiday atmosphere, and array of artisan stalls, it’s the perfect place to soak up the spirit of the season.
We’ll be updating this page with more details on Oxfordshire’s Christmas markets for 2025 as they’re announced — so stay tuned. In the meantime, explore our guide to Christmas in Oxfordshire for even more festive inspiration.
Oxford Victorian Christmas Market 2025
Step back in time and experience the magic of the Victorian era at the beloved Oxford Victorian Christmas Market! Join us on Broad Street for a festive celebration like no other. Enjoy live music, browse through artisan traders, indulge in delicious festive food and drinks, and be captivated by exciting street entertainment.
Blenheim Palace Christmas Market 2025
Escape the bustle of the high street and soak up the festive atmosphere of the Christmas market set against the magnificent backdrop of Blenheim Palace. With many designer/maker craft traders housed within wooden chalets in the Great Court, the market is filled with a distinctive range of artisan ceramics, textiles, homewares, leather goods, jewellery, toys, stationery, bags, hats, and so much more.
by Beautiful Brands Oxford Christmas Shopping
by Beautiful Brands brings together a curated collection of the most inspiring independent brands and emerging designers under one roof at the stunning Examination Schools on the High Street.
Discover a treasure trove of beautiful gifts, stylish fashion, unique homewares, fine jewellery, and thoughtful stocking fillers – all carefully chosen to make your Christmas shopping truly special.
Oxford Etsy Christmas Market
The Oxford Etsy Team Christmas Market is back, once again, in the stunning setting of the Oxford University Examination Schools. With over 80 local makers and sellers, there will be a mix of handmade home accessories, jewellery, stationery, ceramics, clothes, artwork, prints, vintage items and accessories. There will also be a performance from a local choir.
Waddesdon Manor Christmas Fair
Experience an enchanting Christmas fair at Waddesdon Manor. Browse various hand-selected artisan stalls in charming wooden chalets. Immerse yourself in the sights, sounds, and scents of Christmas, and discover the perfect gifts and seasonal treasures for your loved ones.
Entry included with Christmas Grounds admission or Christmas House & Grounds admission
November Christmas Market at Waterperry
Get into the Christmas spirit at Waterperry Gardens with several Arts and Craft Stalls with gorgeous handmade gift ideas and festive food and drink all nestled in its new home under cover in the plant area with Christmas shopping from the Gallery, Gift Barn and Christmas Shop and festive events for the children.
Christmas in Oxford 2025 (previously Oxford Christmas Market)
This year’s Oxford Christmas Market, which will now be known as “Christmas in Oxford”, is set to take place in the heart of the city on beautiful and historic Broad Street with wooden stalls, a giant Christmas tree, and a live music stage. The Christmas market will run from 22 November through to 31 December.
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Banbury Winter Market
Banbury Winter Market will sparkle with festive cheer from Friday 28 to Sunday 30 November 2025 with over 80 Stalls, live entertainment, the big Light Switch-On, special appearances from the festive Gingerbread Man, Christmas Tree, and live performances from Hook Norton Brass Band, and music from Radio Horton.
Cogges Manor Farm Christmas Market
The Christmas Market at Cogges Manor Farm will return to the Cogges Barns with a carefully curated collection of local traders offering a selection of artisan arts and crafts, unique gifts and homewares, accessories and delicious treats. And you can select your own beautiful Christmas trees for sale in the festive forest.
Modern Makers Collective – Yattendon Winter Market
This year, the market features 24 exceptional artists, designers and craftspeople coming together to showcase their exceptional talent. You’ll find a diverse and vibrant selection of handmade treasures, including jewellery, ceramics, textiles, glass, printmaking and basket weaving. As well as some more unusual craft forms, including bookbinding and paper art.
Bicester Christmas Shopping Market & Light Switch-on
Sprinkled with extra Christmas magic this year, wander through Bicester’s Christmas Shopping Market for sweets, treats, and much more to begin your Christmas festivities, taking place on Saturday 29 November. Join in for a magical day packed with Christmas shopping, festive treats, live entertainment, and the sparkling moment when the town is lit up.
Indie Oxford Christmas Market
Join Indie Oxford at Tap Social’s taproom in Botley on Saturday 29 November from 11.00am to 5.00pm for an awesome Christmas Market jam-packed with delicious Tap Social pizza and drinks, fun kids’ activities, and raffle prizes up for grabs.
Oxford Botanic Garden Christmas Fair
The Oxford Botanic Garden Christmas Fair returns on 06 & 07 December for a festive market with food, music and specially selected retail shopping from local makers.
December Christmas Market at Waterperry
Get into the Christmas spirit at Waterperry Gardens with several Arts and Craft Stalls with gorgeous handmade gift ideas and festive food and drink all nestled in its new home under cover in the plant area with Christmas shopping from the Gallery, Gift Barn and Christmas Shop and festive events for the children.
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