Illustration of an indoor Christmas market hall with tables of candles, wreaths and ornaments under garlands (Magdalen Road Christmas Fair)

Magdalen Road Christmas Fair

Visitors can browse market stalls set up right in the middle of the street offering food, drinks, gifts, and Christmas trees. The fair features festive music and showcases the street's independent shops. After sundown, the entire area lights up with sparkly stalls.

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Plan Your Visit

When

Hours

2pm - 6pm.

Ages

All ages

Neighborhood

St Leonards

Food & Drink

The fair offers food and drink.

Going?

Location

Magdalen Road · Magdalen Road, Exeter Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ ⚪ (3/5)

Best For

Christmas shoppers and local community

Vibe

Festive and community-minded

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Bring a gift list and browse the stalls, as the fair promotes an afternoon of Christmas present shopping.
  • Stay until after sundown to see the sparkly stalls and the area light up.
  • Dress warmly for an outdoor December street fair so you can comfortably browse the stalls.
  • Wear comfortable shoes for browsing stalls and shops along the street, making it easier to spend time exploring.
  • If you hoped to have a stall, all spaces for the 2026 fair are filled; email the organizers to join the mailing list.

Special Events & Promotions

  • All stall spaces for the 2026 fair are filled; prospective stallholders can email to join the mailing list.

Links & Contact

Run by St. Leonards Neighbourhood Association (SLNA)

Christmas Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their contact page.

Frequently Asked Questions

What can I browse or buy at the fair?

The fair has stalls with gifts and presents, food and drink, and Christmas trees. Magdalen Road’s independent shops are also part of the street setting.

Will there be food and entertainment?

Food and drink are among the fair’s offerings, alongside merry music.

What changes after sundown?

The whole area lights up, with sparkly stalls.

Can I apply for a stall at the 2026 fair?

All stall spaces for the 2026 fair have been filled. You can email to be added to the mailing list.

Who organises the fair?

The St Leonards Neighbourhood Association runs it as a community event to publicise local shops.

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