Our Festive Markets Round Up 2025

It’s that time of year when markets and charity fayres start to pop up all around the island, giving us the opportunity to support local makers and small businesses. It’s a great way to meet some of the many local artisans here in Guernsey while you make a start on your Christmas shopping… and it's also an excuse to treat yourself!

 

 

Are there more markets taking place? Get in touch and we'll add them to the list!

Bumper Christmas Sale

Saturday 8th November at the Vale Douzaine Room, 1.00pm - 4.00pm

Browse a range of Christmas presents and decorations and a selection of toys, at this charity event. New and quality pre-loved goods for sale. Raising money to support 'The House of Hope' Orphanage in Mombasa, Kenya. Details here.

 

Winter Fayre

Sunday 9th November at The Peninsula Hotel, 11.00am - 5.00pm

The winter fayre at the Peninsula is back and once again a wide variety of local small businesses will be sharing lots of gift ideas for the festive season. The restaurant and bar will be open throughout the event. Details here.

 

Christmas Market

Sunday 9th November at Les Cotils, 11.00am - 4.00pm

This annual market promises to deliver a great selection of local artisans & small businesses bringing you stalls filled with Christmas Cheer. Details here.

 

The Victorian Christmas Shop

From Friday 14th November at 26 Cornet Street, open Mon-Sat 11.00am to 5.00pm 

Step through the historic green doors where you’ll find glowing grates in the fireplace, an overflowing sweet counter and festive tables stocked with vintage gift ideas. In December, the shop is open on Thursdays until 8pm, with mince pies and mulled wine. Details here.

 

Festive Courtyard Market

Saturday 15th November at Oatlands,  1.00pm - 5.00pm 

Pop along to the Courtyard Christmas market at Oatlands. Set in the beautiful outdoor courtyard, you’ll find local stallholders plus the regular courtyard businesses will be open, including The Kiln for lunch and Oaty and Joey’s playbarn. Details here.

 

Les Caches Christmas Market

Sunday 16th November at Les Caches Farm, 11.00am to 4.00pm 

Pop along to the first festive market at this beautiful National Trust of Guernsey venue. Alongside stall holders offering all sorts of festive gifts, there will be children’s workshops and activities. Food and drink available too. Details here.

 

Round Table Christmas Fayre

Sunday 16th November at Beau Sejour, 10.00am - 4.00pm 

The annual Round Table Christmas Fayre supports local charities,with over 50 charity stalls selling a variety of gifts and baked goods, with fun and activities for kids of all ages, including Santa's Grotto.

 

Winter Market

Friday 21st November at St Sampsons High School, 6.00pm to 7.45pm 

With a great mix of different local stallholders, raffle prizes, music, food and drinks, the Baubingy Schools PTA has pulled out all the stops for this evening market event. Details here.

 

The Ultimate Christmas Fayre

Sunday 23 November at St Pierre Park Hotel, 11.00am to 5.00pm

Promising festive fun for the whole family, look forward to exploring over 100 local stalls selling gifts, decorations and more at one of the bigger Christmas fayres of the season. You’ll also find a selection of festive food and drinks to choose from. Details here.

 

Christmas Fair at The Bathing Pools

Friday 28th & Saturday 29th November at La Vallette, 9.00am - 4.00pm 

From gorgeous Christmas decorations to great gifts for family and friends, you'll find lots of inspiration in the Swallow Pavillion at The Bathing Pools. Don’t miss the opportunity to enjoy a coffee and light bite in the friendly cafe - and of course, you can always combine shopping with a swim! Details here.

 

North Community Christmas Markets

Friday 5th December, 10.00am - 1.00pm & Saturday 6th December 10.00am - 4.00pm at the Vale Douzaine Room.

The stallholders have been busy making Christmas gifts cards and decorations for this two day Christmas special. There will also be a selection of fresh produce, cakes and bakes alongside locally grown fruit and vegetables.

 

Christmas Market

Saturday 6th December at St Martins Parish Hall, from 9.00am to 1.00pm

For one morning only, pop along for Christmas shopping and refreshments. Browse antiques and small items of furniture, bric-a-brac, Christmas gifts and table decorations, jewellery and a variety of handmade items.

 

Christmas Courtyard Market

Monday 8th December at Saumarez Park, from 5.00pm to 8.00pm

The National Trust is hosting its annual Christmas market, set in the cobbled courtyard surrounded by heritage buildings in the park. It promises to be a festive evening, with Christmas carols, artisan stallholders and winter warming food. Details here.

 

Late Night Shopping in Town

Thursday evenings in December

Late night shopping will be back on Thursday evenings in December, with businesses staying open until 9pm so you can shop ‘til you drop - mulled wine and dinner with friends optional. 

 

Late Night Shopping out of Town

Wednesday evenings on 26th November and 3rd, 10th & 17th December with Lucy Rose Jewellery

Browse a range of spiritual gifts, crystals and jewellery at this gem of a shop in the Bakery Complex at L'Islet. The shop will be open straight through from 10.00am until 7.00pm.

 

Saturday Christmas Markets in Town

Saturdays in December

Market Square will be filled with stallholders on Saturdays in the lead up to Christmas, enhancing the 'shop local' experience in town throughout December. 

 

Seasonal Community Market

Every Saturday, Forest Methodist Church, 10.00am to 3.00pm

This weekly market has moved from Sausmarez Market to its winter home at the Forest Methodist Church (opposite the Deerhound). You’ll find fresh produce alongside quality, locally made gifts - pop along any Saturday up until 20th December. Details here.

 

Herm Christmas Shopping Trips

Various dates throughout November and December

Ok, so we know this isn't technically a market, but it is a bit of a Christmas tradition! Head over to Herm to browse the Herm gift shop, take in a walk and savour a mulled wine at the Mermaid. The Puffin post box will be open for letters to Santa. Details here.

 

Festive Alderney

Various late night shopping events

Spend an evening feeling festive in Alderney, browsing the boutique shops in Victoria Street and rounding off your night with a mulled wine or dinner in one of the island’s cosy pubs. There’s also a selection of festive events running throughout November and December. Details here. 

 

Are there more markets taking place? Get in touch and we'll add them to the list.