Leeds Christmas Markets return from 21st November 2025
From 21 November to 21 December, City Square will dazzle with festive charm when up to sixty beautifully decorated chalets take over the space as well as two bars – the Ranch Bar and The Windmill Bar – serving up seasonal cheer.
At Bond Court, local favourite Little Bird Markets will be hosting a local makers market from Thursday to Sunday from 20 November to 21 December. And at the heart of the city, on Millennium Square and Victoria Gardens, you’ll find festive market stalls alongside family-favourite Christmas rides including the Carousel, the Big Wheel and Ice Cube ice-skating, which is on from 21 November to 31 December.
See below for more details on this and other markets across the city.
LEEDS CHRISTMAS MARKET AT CITY SQUARE
(Leeds Christmas Market at City Square – c Christopher Heaney for Visit Leeds – Christmas 2024)
Whether you’re on the hunt for unique artisan gifts, indulging in a sizzling Bratwurst sausage, or warming up with a sweet cup of Glühwein, the market is brimming with handcrafted delights and festive foodie favourites. The Ranch Bar and The Windmill Bar are back to serve up seasonal cheer, with The Windmill Bar offering expanded seating, perfect for relaxing, soaking in the atmosphere, and enjoying a spot of people-watching amidst the twinkling lights.
Whether you’re searching for the perfect gift, indulging in festive treats, or simply soaking up the joyful atmosphere, the Leeds Christmas Market at City Square offers something for everyone.
The market opening hours are:
Friday 21st November to Sunday 21st December
Monday to Wednesday | 10:00 – 19:00 (Bars until 22:00)
Thursday to Saturday | 10:00 – 21:00 (Bars until 23:00)
Sunday | 11:00 – 18:00 (Bars until 19:00)
LITTLE BIRD ARTISAN MARKETS
(Little Bird Christmas Market – image courtesy of Little Bird Markets)
Step into a festive wonderland this holiday season as Little Bird Artisan Market brings its signature charm to Bond Court! From handcrafted gifts and delicious seasonal treats to twinkling lights and joyful music, you can even meet the local makers and creatives.
The market opening hours are:
Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sundays from 20th November to 21st December at Bond Court
11:00 – 17:00
Sunday 23rd November on Briggate
11:00 – 17:00
MILLENNIUM SQUARE CHRISTMAS
(Leeds Christmas Carousel – c Christopher Heaney for Visit Leeds – Christmas 2024)
Millennium Square, Victoria Gardens and Cookridge Street will once again be a Christmas destination this festive season. Not only will there be more festive stalls to explore, but you can also strap your skates on and enjoy the magic of outdoor ice skating at Ice Cube, enjoy the thrill of the funfair rides then warm up in the cosy Thor’s Tipi. Find out more here.
The market stall opening hours are:
Friday 21st November to Wednesday 31st December
Monday to Friday | 12:00 – 21:30 (22:00 on Fridays)
Saturday | 11:00 – 22:00
Sunday | 11:00 – 19:00
Leeds loves a Market at Christmas
You’ll find additional speciality markets and pop-ups taking place at various venues across Leeds in November and December.
Artsmix Market, Saturday 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd & 29th November, Saturday 6th, 13th & 20th December, Albion Place
Little Fox Charity Craft Fair, Friday 19th December, Saturday 20th & Sunday 21st December, Leeds Corn Exchange
The Springs Christmas Market, Saturday 22nd and Sunday 23rd November, The Springs Leeds
Sunny Bank Mills Christmas Market, Friday 28th to Sunday 30th, Sunny Bank Mills
Winter Market, Sunday 30th November, Weetwood Hall Estate
The Mindful Lock-In Night Market, Friday 5th December, 6pm-9pm, Leeds Corn Exchange
The Motorist Christmas Market, Saturday 6th & Sunday 7th December, The Motorist
Christmas LEAP Fair, Saturday 6th December, Merrion Centre
Krampus Market, Sunday 7th December, The Key Club
Otley Victorian Fayre, Sunday 7th December, Otley
Cosy Christmas Market, Saturday 13th December, The Electric Press
Garforth Market, Sunday 14th December, The Lord Gascoigne
Dickensian Christmas Market & Craft Fayre, Sunday 14th December, Wetherby
Left Bank Christmas Market, Sunday 14th December, Left Bank Leeds
Tilly & Primrose Artisan Markets, Sunday 30th November, Saturday 13th December, Sunday 14th December, Fearns Leeds Dock/ Sunday 7th December, Holy Trinity Church