Christkindl Market Norwich
A Traditional German Christmas Market in the Heart of the City
Welcome to Norwich's new favourite festive tradition
Step into a world of twinkling lights, warming festive drinks, and roasting fire pits. Christkindl Market Norwich brings the magic of a traditional German Christkindlmarkt to the heart of the city, right in the beautiful surroundings of Chapelfield Gardens.
For ten days this December, Norwich's Chapelfield Gardens transforms into an alpine village market, complete with traditional wooden chalets, local artisan crafts, seasonal street food, and live festive entertainment. Whether you're hunting for that perfect handmade Christmas gift, warming up with a mulled wine, or simply soaking up the festive atmosphere with family and friends, Christkindl Market Norwich is your destination this Christmas.
Organised by Fine City Events Ltd, this is a Christmas market built with the community in mind: championing local and regional makers, keeping entry affordable, and creating an experience the whole family can enjoy.
📅 Dates: 11th December – 20th December 2026
📍 Location: Chapelfield Gardens, Norwich, NR2 1SB
🕙 Opening Hours: Daily, 10am – 9pm
Entry Prices:
• Free entry — Monday to Friday, 10am to 3pm
• £2 per adult — Monday to Friday, 3pm–9pm; Saturday & Sunday all day
• Children go free — all day, every day
With 10 full days of festive trading, there's plenty of opportunity to visit more than once and discover something new each time.
What to Expect at Christkindl Market Norwich
Inspired by the beloved Christmas markets of Germany and Austria, Christkindl Market Norwich is designed to immerse you in the full festive experience.
Browse the traditional wooden chalets and discover an carefully curated selection of:
• Handmade gifts, jewellery, and artisan crafts from skilled makers
• Seasonal food and drink, from speciality hot chocolate and mulled wine to sweet treats and international street food
• Unique Christmas decorations, homewares, and one-of-a-kind keepsakes
• Live festive entertainment and family-friendly activities throughout the event
We work closely with our traders to ensure every stall meets our high standards for quality, sustainability, and originality. This isn't a generic market, every product here has been chosen with care, so you can shop with confidence and find gifts you won't see anywhere else.
Free to enter during daytime hours, with a small £2 adult entry charge at peak afternoon / evening and weekend times to keep the experience comfortable and crowd-managed.
Christkindl Market Norwich offers a range of pitch options to suit different businesses, from independent makers to established brands. All pitch hire includes your structure (where applicable), full event management and support, extensive marketing and advertising across digital and physical channels, and 24-hour security throughout the event. The only additional charge is an electricity flat rate on a fair usage policy.
Available pitch types:
• 10-day traditional wooden chalet hire
• 10-day large community or group chalet hire
• 10-day Catering chalets
• Pitch-only catering options (sold out)
We are currently seeking vendors for:
• Sweets and confectionery
• Vineyard / wine / sparkling wine / champagne
• Unique seasonal gifts and crafts
• Christmas decorations and homewares
• Art and artisan products displayed to a high visual standard
• Specifically: a German Chocolate Kisses vendor
We prioritise traders who incorporate sustainable, ethical practices into their business, and we warmly welcome local traders and unique handmade products. Our market aims to be single-use plastic free and favours ecologically sustainable packaging.
Trader selection criteria includes: locality of business and materials, quality and originality of products, business ethics, product range, retail mix, customer profile, and price point. We place particular emphasis on businesses from Norfolk and the wider East Anglia region, though all criteria are considered equally.
Please note: trading at a previous Fine City Market does not automatically qualify you for this event.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Where is Christkindl Market Norwich?
A: Christkindl Market Norwich is held at Chapelfield Gardens, Norwich, NR2 1NY, right in the heart of the city centre, easily accessible by foot, bus, and with nearby multi-story car parks including Castle Quarter and Chantry Place.
Q: When is Christkindl Market Norwich 2026?
A: The market runs for 10 days from Friday 11th December to Sunday 20th December 2026, open daily from 10am to 9pm.
Q: Is Christkindl Market Norwich free to enter?
A: Entry is free Monday to Friday between 10am and 3pm. A £2 per adult charge applies Monday to Friday from 3pm–9pm, and all day Saturday and Sunday. Children go free every day.
Q: What is a Christkindl Market?
A: A Christkindlmarkt (also spelled Christkindl Market or Christkindlemarkt) is a traditional German-style Christmas market originating in the German and Austrian tradition. They are characterised by traditional wooden stalls, festive food and drink, handmade gifts, and a warm, communal atmosphere. Christkindl Market Norwich brings this beloved tradition to Norfolk for the first time at scale.
Q: What can I buy at Christkindl Market Norwich?
A: The market features a carefully curated mix of handmade gifts, artisan crafts, pet supplies, spirits and liqueurs, art, fashion & accessories for adults and babies, jewellery, seasonal decorations, homewares, and food and drink, including mulled wine, hot chocolate, sweet treats, and street food. Every vendor is selected for quality and originality.
Q: Is Christkindl Market Norwich suitable for families?
A: Absolutely. Children go free every day, and there are family-friendly activities from Tuesday - Thursday from 10am - 11:30am and entertainment at the bandstand throughout the 10-day event. It's one of the best things to do in Norwich this Christmas without weighing too heavy on your wallet! There are also some games like basketball shoot, tin can alley, milk bottle toss, darts, etc.
Q: How do I apply to trade at Christkindl Market Norwich?
A: You can apply via the trader application form on this page. We welcome applications from local / regional makers, craft sellers, and gift producers as well as unique businesses and re-sellers of high quality items. Spaces are limited and allocated based on quality, sustainability, and retail mix. We do no longer accept applications for hot food, spirits & liqueurs, baked goods or drinks.
Q: Who organises Christkindl Market Norwich?
A: Christkindl Market Norwich is organised by Fine City Events Ltd, a Norwich-based events company behind some of Norwich's popular markets, fairs, and seasonal events. Find out more at finecityevents.co.uk.
Q: Is there parking near Christkindl Market Norwich?
A: Yes. Chapelfield Gardens is within walking distance of several city centre car parks, including Chantry Place (also known as Chapelfield) Shopping Centre, Castle Quarter, The Forum and St Andrews. Norwich Bus Station is also a short walk away, and the central location of the market means it is great for Park & Ride if you don't want to park in the city centre.
Q: What are the best times to visit Christkindl Market Norwich?
A: Weekday mornings (10am–3pm) are the quietest and also free to enter, ideal if you prefer a relaxed browse. Weekend evenings offer the most vibrant atmosphere with entertainment and the market lit up in full festive style.