Illustration of a snowy holiday market stall with snowmen in knit hats and scarves, pine trees and glowing string lights (Christmas at Borough Market)

Christmas at Borough Market

Visitors can soak up the sights, sounds, and smells of the season under overhead festive decorations. Stalls offer winter vegetables, artisan cheeses, sweet treats, traditional bakes, and prime meats. Guests can also discover limited-edition drinks, jars, sauces, and street food specials in the Borough Market Kitchen.

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Plan Your Visit

Website / Tickets

boroughmarket.org.uk

When

Tickets

Entry to the Market is free.

Hours

Monday–Friday 10am–5pm; Saturday 9am–5pm; Sunday 10am–4pm. Wednesday 23 December 10am–6pm; Thursday 24 December 8am–3pm; Thursday 31 December 10am–3pm. Closed Friday 25–Sunday 27 December and Friday 1 January 2027.

Food & Drink

Traders offer winter vegetables, artisan cheeses, sweet treats, traditional bakes and seasonal meats, alongside limited-edition drinks, street food specials in the Borough Market Kitchen and festive menus at some Market restaurants.

Going?

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ ⚪ (3/5)

Best For

Food lovers and seasonal shoppers

Vibe

Festive and bustling

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Book ahead at the Market’s restaurants offering festive menus to secure a table during the Christmas season.
  • Look out for limited-edition seasonal drinks, jars and sauces if you want distinctive edible gifts.
  • Visit the Borough Market Kitchen for street food specials alongside stalls selling festive produce and treats.
  • Bring a reusable bag for winter vegetables, cheeses, bakes and giftable jars or sauces bought from the stalls.
  • Remember that entry to the Market is always free when planning a visit to browse the seasonal stalls.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Entry to the Market is free.
  • The Market has extended hours on December 23, December 24 and December 31; it is closed December 25–27.
  • Brand-new festive decorations launch this year.
  • Festive menus are available at some Market restaurants; book ahead.

Links & Contact

Website / Tickets

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 website.

Frequently Asked Questions

What festive food and produce can I find?

Traders offer winter vegetables, artisan cheeses, sweet treats, traditional bakes and seasonal meats.

Where can I find street food specials?

Street food specials are available in the Borough Market Kitchen.

Are there festive options at the restaurants?

Some Market restaurants offer festive menus, and booking ahead is recommended to secure a table.

What seasonal items are available for gifts?

Limited-edition seasonal drinks, jars and sauces are available, including items described as suitable for gifting.

What is new for Christmas this year?

The Market is launching brand-new festive decorations.

Always check the official website for the most current information.

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