Looking for Christmas gifts that are truly unique? East London is overflowing with fantastic festive markets this year!
We’ve gathered all the essential details, from the huge market at Old Spitalfields to neighbourhood craft fairs, so you can find everything from handmade homewares and local honey to the perfect Christmas tree.
Read on for the ultimate guide to East London’s Christmas markets!
Old Spitalfields Christmas Market
Dates: Tuesday, 12 November – Wednesday 24 December
Address: 16 Horner Square, Spitalfields, E1 6EW
What to Expect: Wooden chalets, artisan makers, festive food, live music and Christmas-themed shopping
Hackney Wickmas – Christmas Trees & Wreaths
Dates: Saturday 22nd November – Saturday 20th December
Address: Hackney Bridge, 187 Wick Road, Hackney Wick, E9 5EN
What to Expect: Christmas trees, hand-decorated wreaths, and a delivery service is available
Winter Late at William Morris Gallery
Dates: Thursday 27th November
Address: William Morris Gallery, Lloyd Park, Forest Road, Walthamstow, E17 4PP
What to Expect: Tree lighting ceremony, choirs, crafts, and a pop-up festive market
Christmas Tree Market
Dates: From Friday 28th November – Christmas Eve
Address: Barge East Gardens, Wallis Road, Hackney Wick, E9 5LN
What to Expect: Sustainably sourced Christmas trees (3–8ft), mulled wine, festive atmosphere
Leytonstone Winter Trail
Dates: Friday 28th November – Tuesday 23rd December
Address: Leytonstone town centre, E11 (Various shop windows)
What to Expect: Clue trail in shop windows, prizes, and various Christmas displays
Museum of the Home Winter Market
Dates: Saturday 29th November
Address: Museum of the Home, 136 Kingsland Road, E2 8EA
What to Expect: Independent makers, homewares, and festive gifts
St Mary’s Christmas Festival & Market
Dates: Saturday 29th November
Address: St Mary’s Church, Church End, Walthamstow, E17 9RJ
What to Expect: Artisan crafts, choirs, Santa, wreath-making, and food & drink
Urban Makers Christmas Market
Dates: Saturday 29th – Sunday 30th November and Saturday 13th – Sunday 14th December
Address: Ecology Pavilion, Mile End Park, E3 4JY
What to Expect: 50+ designers, eco-friendly gifts, prints, homewares, and art
Young V&A Winter Market
Dates: Saturday 29th – Sunday 30th November
Address: Young V&A, Cambridge Heath Road, Bethnal Green, E2 9PA
What to Expect: Design-led children’s gifts, prints, and clothing
Revel Puck Circus Winter Festival & Festive Market
Dates: Thursday 4 December 2025 – Sunday 4 January 2026
Address: Walthamstow Town Square, Church Road, Walthamstow, E17 9RD
What to Expect: Circus shows, a heated garden, a festive market, and street food
Local Makers Market
Dates: Saturday 6 December
Address: Christchurch Park, 19 Spratt Hall Road, Wanstead, E11 2RQ
What to Expect: Ceramics, prints, homewares, and small-batch makers
Poplar Union & Cotall Street Christmas Market
Dates: Saturday 6 December
Address: Poplar Union, 2 Cotall Street, Poplar, E14 0JW
What to Expect: Indoor/outdoor stalls, a choir, festive food, and workshops
Yokimono Japanese Christmas Market
Dates: Saturday 6 – Sunday 7 December
Address: The Factory, 21-31 Shacklewell Lane, London E8 2DA
What to Expect: Japanese food, sweets, artisan gifts, live performances, and hands-on workshops.
Christmas Makers’ Market at Hackney Bridge
Dates: Saturday 6 – Sunday 7, Saturday 13 – Sunday 14, Saturday 20 – Sunday 21 December
Address: Hackney Bridge, 187 Wick Road, Hackney Wick, E9 5EN
What to Expect: Independent designers and makers, artisan gifts, mulled drinks, street food
Wick Wonderland – Barge East Gardens
Dates: Saturday 6 – Sunday 7, Saturday 13 – Sunday 14, Saturday 20 – Sunday 21 December
Address: Barge East Gardens, Wallis Road, Hackney Wick, E9 5LN
What to Expect: Riverside market, local makers, mulled wine, and Christmas trees
Artisan East – Christmas Craft Fair
Date: Sunday 7th December
Address: Orford House, 73 Orford Road, E17 9QR
What to Expect: A range of traders selling handcrafted items such as ceramics, jewellery, knitwear, candles, cards, prints, artwork, menswear, children’s wear, Xmas baubles and brownies
Go East Vintage Festive Flea Market
Date: Sunday 7th December
Address: 61–63 Tower Hamlets Road, Walthamstow, E17 4RQ
What to Expect: Vintage clothing, vinyl, and homeware, with DJs playing music
Alternative Christmas Market
Dates: Sunday, 7 December
Address: Unit 15, Blackhorse Lane, Walthamstow, E17 5QJ
What to Expect: Alternative/punky handmade goods, LGBTQ+ friendly, and indie makers
Netil Market Conscious Christmas Market
Dates: Sundays, 7th, 14th, and 21st December
Address: Netil Market, 9 Westgate Street, Hackney, E8 3RL
Ethical gifts, eco-friendly makers, live music, and street food
Festive Fayre – Fellowship Square
Dates: Sunday 14th December
Address: Fellowship Square, Waltham Forest Town Hall, Walthamstow, E17 4JF
What to Expect: Local traders, mulled wine, and seasonal stalls
Leytonstone Library Winter Markets
Dates: Wednesday 17th December
Address: Leytonstone Library and BIPC Centre 6 Church Lane, E11 1HG
What to Expect: Waltham Forest businesses will be selling and showcasing goods focused on artisans galore, choosing local, and Christmas gifts. The event will feature beautiful festivities, décor, music, and food.
Angel Foundation Christmas Craft Fair
Dates: Saturday 20th December
Address: Walthamstow Library, 4 Church Hill, E17 9RZ
What to Expect: Christmas crafts and gifts
ThriftMas
Dates: Saturday 20th – Sunday 21st December
Address: Abney Public Hall, 73 Stoke Newington Church Street, N16 0AS
What to Expect: Upcycled goods, vintage items, eco-friendly traders, ceramics, and jewellery