Christmas 2026

Thursday 12th November | 10.00 - 19.00

Friday 13th November | 10.00 - 19.00

Saturday 14th November | 10.00 - 19.00

Sunday 15th November | 10.00 - 17.00

 We are pleased to announce that trader applications are now open for the Oxford Victorian Christmas Market 2026, taking place from:

· Thursday 12th – Sunday 15th November 2026

Positioned at the very start of the festive trading season, this event offers a unique and highly valuable opportunity for traders to capture early Christmas spend from organised shoppers looking to get ahead of the December rush.

Set on Broad Street, within the historic city of Oxford, the Victorian Christmas Market combines a premium location with a distinctive festive atmosphere. With its strong local catchment, affluent visitor profile, and high tourist footfall, Oxford provides an exceptional platform for both independent and established traders.

Why this event stands out:

Unlike later Christmas markets, this early-November timing attracts a highly motivated customer base, shoppers who are actively seeking gifts, planning ahead, and typically have higher intent to purchase rather than browse. This creates a strong commercial environment, particularly for quality, giftable products.

The Victorian theme enhances the overall experience, with traditional styling, festive ambience, and a curated trader mix that encourages dwell time and spend.

We are seeking a carefully selected range of traders, including:

· Artisan crafts and handmade gifts

· High-quality festive retail products

· Seasonal food and drink (hot and cold)

· Premium street food operators

· Unique and distinctive products suited to early Christmas gifting

All traders will benefit from:

· A prime city-centre Oxford location with strong natural footfall

· Access to early-season Christmas shoppers with high purchasing intent

· A professionally managed and well-marketed event

· A carefully curated trader mix to maximise trading potential

· The opportunity to generate both early revenue and repeat customers ahead of December

This event is particularly well suited to traders looking to:

· Build momentum early in the festive season

· Capture gift buyers before market saturation later in the calendar

· Increase brand exposure ahead of peak December trading

Due to the strong demand for Oxford and the very limited number of pitches available on Broad Street, we expect this event to fill quickly. Priority will be given to traders offering high-quality, unique products that align with the Victorian theme and premium positioning of the market.

If you are interested in trading across this four-day event, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible. 

We look forward to welcoming a high-quality selection of traders to Oxford for what promises to be a strong and commercially successful start to the 2026 festive season.

Event Address

Broad Street
Oxford
OX1 3AX

All traders must be an LSD Member to trade at any of our events or markets, please click the link below to find out more.

Saturday 28th November  | 10.00 - 17.00

We are excited to announce that trader applications are now open for the Stourbridge Lights Switch On 2026, taking place on Saturday 28th November 2026.

This much-loved annual event marks the start of the festive season in Stourbridge, drawing large crowds into the town centre for an evening of Christmas celebrations, live entertainment, and the official switching on of the town’s Christmas lights.

We are seeking a high-quality mix of festive traders, including:

• Hot food & drink (including seasonal offerings) 
• Artisan food products & festive treats 
• Christmas gifts, crafts & handmade items 
• Unique retail stalls suitable for a festive audience 

Our focus is on creating a vibrant, Christmassy atmosphere with a strong and varied trader line-up.

• Extremely high footfall driven by a well-established town centre event 
• Strong family audience and festive spend 
• Evening trading opportunity in a lively Christmas setting 
• Professionally managed with experienced on-site support 
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We look forward to working with you to deliver a magical and successful Stourbridge Lights Switch On 2026.

Event Address

Stourbridge Town Centre
Stourbridge
DY8 1AD

Please note that this location differs from the one shown on the map below.

All traders must be an LSD Member to trade at any of our events or markets, please click the link below to find out more.

Saturday 28th November | 10.00 - 19.00

Sunday 29th November | 10.00 - 17.00

Saturday 5th December | 10.00 - 19.00

Sunday 6th December | 10.00 - 17.00

  We are delighted to announce that trader applications are now open for the Stratford-upon-Avon Christmas Markets 2026, taking place across two key festive weekends:

· Saturday 28th & Sunday 29th November 2026

· Saturday 5th & Sunday 6th December 2026

Set in the heart of one of the UK’s most iconic historic towns, the Stratford-upon-Avon Christmas Markets provide a vibrant and atmospheric festive shopping experience, attracting strong visitor numbers from across the Midlands and beyond.

The 2025 event delivered exceptional footfall performance, with a total of 241,000 visitors across the four trading days, representing an uplift of 126,000 additional visits (+109.6%) compared to non-market weekends. Peak trading days saw footfall reach as high as 78,000 visitors in a single day, highlighting the scale of opportunity available to traders.

This level of footfall creates a powerful commercial environment, significantly increasing dwell time, customer engagement, and the likelihood of multi-spend visits across retail, food, and hospitality sectors.

These markets are designed to celebrate the very best in seasonal retail, artisan produce, street food, and festive gifting. With Stratford’s unique charm, high footfall, and strong tourist appeal, this event consistently delivers excellent trading opportunities for quality traders.

We are seeking a carefully curated mix of traders, including:

· Artisan crafts and handmade gifts

· Festive food and drink (both hot and cold)

· Unique retail and boutique products

· Street food operators offering high-quality, diverse cuisines

All traders will benefit from:

· High footfall locations within Stratford town centre

· Proven visitor numbers backed by independently evidenced data

· Strong seasonal demand in the run-up to Christmas

· Professional event management and marketing support

· A well-balanced and quality-controlled trader mix

The Christmas Markets have proven to act as a significant demand driver, generating increased spend and attracting both local visitors and national tourists into the town . This creates not only strong on-the-day trading but also valuable brand exposure and repeat customer opportunities.

Due to the popularity of this event and limited pitch availability, we encourage early applications. Priority will be given to traders offering unique, high-quality products that complement the overall festive offering.

If you are interested in trading at one or both weekends, please submit your application as soon as possible. 

We look forward to welcoming a fantastic selection of traders to Stratford-upon-Avon for what promises to be another busy and successful festive season.

Event Address

Waterside

Stratford-upon-Avon

CV37 6BA

All traders must be an LSD Member to trade at any of our events or markets, please click the link below to find out more.

Friday 11th December | 10.00 - 17.00

Saturday 12th December | 10.00 - 17.00

Sunday 13th December | 10.00 - 17.00  

Monday 14th December | 10.00 - 17.00

Tuesday 15th December | 10.00 - 17.00

Wednesday 16th December | 10.00 - 17.00

Thursday 17th December | 10.00 - 17.00

 We are pleased to announce that trader applications are now open for the Wolverhampton Christmas Shopping Market 2026, taking place:

· Friday 11th – Thursday 17th December 2026

Positioned in the crucial final run-up to Christmas, this event is designed with a clear purpose, to serve local shoppers completing their Christmas purchasing.

This is not a traditional Christmas market centred around entertainment or tourism. Instead, the focus is firmly on shopping, convenience, and value, providing traders with direct access to a consistent flow of local customers who are actively looking to buy.

Set within Wolverhampton city centre, the market benefits from strong daily footfall driven by residents, workers, and last-minute Christmas shoppers. At this stage in the festive calendar, customer behaviour shifts from browsing to intent-driven purchasing, creating a reliable trading environment for the right products.

Why this event works for traders:

· Takes place during the peak final shopping week before Christmas

· Attracts local, repeat, and convenience-led shoppers

· Customers are focused on completing purchases rather than browsing

· Lower emphasis on entertainment means greater focus on retail spend

We are looking for traders offering products that suit this late-season demand, including:

· Giftable items and stocking fillers

· Practical and affordable Christmas presents

· Seasonal food and drink for takeaway or gifting

· Everyday retail products with strong value appeal

This event is particularly well suited to traders who:

· Perform well in high-frequency, local markets

· Offer clear, price-conscious products

· Benefit from repeat custom across multiple days

· Can capitalise on last-minute purchasing behaviour

All traders will benefit from:

· A busy city centre locationwith consistent daily footfall

· A 7-day trading period, allowing for repeat visits and steady income

· A straightforward, retail-focused environment

· Professional event delivery and support

If you are interested in trading during this key pre-Christmas period, we encourage you to apply early. 

We look forward to delivering a strong, reliable trading week for Wolverhampton’s local community and supporting traders in maximising late-season Christmas sales.

Event Address

Dudley Street

Wolverhampton

WV1 3EY

All traders must be an LSD Member to trade at any of our events or markets, please click the link below to find out more.