Edinburgh Christmas Markets 2025
There’s something truly magical about Edinburgh at Christmas. The city glows under twinkling lights, the scent of mulled wine drifts through cobbled streets, and the sound of laughter spills from every corner.
Whether you’re hunting for handmade gifts, a festive tipple, or just a reason to wrap up warm and wander, Edinburgh’s Christmas markets never disappoint.
Here’s our round-up of the best festive markets happening in and around the capital this year, from the famous Princes Street Gardens to creative corners filled with independent makers (and a few familiar faces from Summerhall Distillery!).
🎄 1. Edinburgh’s Christmas Market – East Princes Street Gardens
15 November – 4 January | East Princes Street Gardens
The beating heart of Edinburgh’s festive season. Wander through rows of wooden chalets selling crafts, street food and decorations, all beneath the glow of the Big Wheel and the castle skyline. It’s big, bright, and utterly Edinburgh.
🎁 2. West Princes Street Gardens Family Market
15 November – 4 January | West Princes Street
A slightly quieter corner for families, filled with funfair rides, sweet treats and seasonal stalls. Perfect for a daytime visit with little ones in tow.
⛸️ 3. George Street Ice Rink & Festive Market
15 November – 4 January | George Street
Glide (or stumble) your way around the open-air ice rink, then browse boutique stalls for artisan gifts and winter warmers.
🛠️ 4. Edinburgh Open Workshop Festive Makers Market
29 November, 10:00am – 4:00pm | 39–41 Assembly Street, Leith
Independent makers, designers and craftspeople take over this creative Leith workshop for a festive one-day market bursting with local talent. Expect handcrafted gifts, good tunes, and the odd tipple or two.
You’ll find us here! Pop by our Pickering’s Gin stall to stock up on Christmas Baubles and a little something to keep spirits bright.
🏛️ 5. Summerhall Christmas Market
13–14 December, 11:00am – 5:00pm | Summerhall, Edinburgh
Our home turf! A much-loved fixture of Edinburgh’s festive calendar, the Summerhall Christmas Market gathers independent artists, makers and food vendors under one roof.
Expect handmade gifts, mulled drinks, live music, and, of course, a full line-up of Pickering’s Gin treats to sample and shop.
🖼️ 6. Edinburgh Printmakers Christmas Market
29–30 November, 10:00am - 6:00pm | Castle Mills, Fountainbridge
Celebrate creativity with beautifully crafted prints, ceramics, textiles and more. A perfect stop for art lovers.
🎨 7. Winter Arts Market – Out of the Blue Drill Hall
5–7 December, 10:00am - 5:00pm | Leith
Over 100 artists and designers fill this iconic venue with original artwork, jewellery, ceramics and festive cheer. A great place to shop sustainably and locally.
🍷 8. Assembly Rooms Christmas Fair
6–7 December, 10:30am - 5:00pm | Assembly Rooms, George Street
Step inside one of Edinburgh’s most elegant venues for a truly festive shopping experience.
The Assembly Rooms Christmas Fair brings together over 100 exhibitors from across the UK, offering a diverse range of products, including luxury homeware, artisanal food, handcrafted jewellery, and seasonal gifts.
🌲 9. Jupiter Artland Christmas Fair
6–7 & 13–14 December, 10:00am - 5:00pm | Wilkieston
Head just outside the city for a festive day among sculptures and evergreens. Jupiter’s Christmas Fair offers craft stalls, hot food and plenty of festive magic.
🏰 10. Hopetoun House Christmas Shopping Fair
28–30 November, 10:00am - 4:30pm | South Queensferry
A grand day out! Over 50 exhibitors fill the halls of this stately home, offering gifts, food, drink and decorations in a beautifully historic setting.
✨ Make a Day (or Weekend) of It
From the sparkle of Princes Street Gardens to the creative buzz of Leith, Edinburgh is bursting with festive spirit this winter. And wherever you wander, you’re never far from a warm welcome and a glass of Pickering’s Gin.
Come find us at the Edinburgh Open Workshop Festive Market and Summerhall Christmas Market, we’ll be there with Baubles, bottles and a good dose of Christmas cheer.
