This Christmas, in addition to our regular weekly markets, we are hosting a wonderful selection of special markets with unique gifts, crafts, artisan produce and delicious street food.
Christmas shopping? Ely Festive Gift & Food Markets open every Friday from 22 November to Friday 20 December. Our markets feature a wonderful selection of unique gifts, crafts and artisan food to meet your Christmas shopping wish list. Enjoy the array of delicious seasonal street food, coffee and sweet and savoury treats for all the family.
On Friday 29 November, we have a late-night special Food & Gift Market from 1200 to 8pm, with entertainment provided throughout the day by Ely Arts Festival.
Every Saturday in Ely, you’ll find the Craft, Food & Vintage Market. This bustling and vibrant market is the perfect place to browse for unique gifts from our local crafters, makers and bakers. Each week, you’ll find eclectic vintage items, collectables and exclusive craft products by local makers – plus fresh produce, bread and cakes. Make a day of it – enjoy a coffee and a tasty street food snack whilst you browse.
For a really laid-back shopping experience, head to Ely’s weekly Sunday Market. Here you’ll find an ever-changing mix of crafts, vintage and street food. There’s plenty of space to sit and relax, while you enjoy some delicious festive treats and tick off that Christmas gift list!
Every Thursday, visitors to Ely will find the historic Ely Charter Market. This traditional market boasts a great selection of fresh produce including fish, eggs, fruit and vegetables. Visitors can also expect to see clothes, shoes, handbags and a thriving craft pop-up with locally made gifts. As you’d expect, there’s also plenty of coffee, cakes and street food.
Ely Farmers’ Market takes place on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of every month all year round alongside our weekly Craft, Food & Vintage Market. Come along on 9 & 23 November and 14 December to stock up on the finest locally grown and sourced produce plus more exotic fare for your festive table.
There’s another chance to find your favourite Farmers’ Market traders at our Christmas Special Craft & Farmers’ Market on Monday 23 December. Finally, our Christmas Eve Craft, Gift & Food Market gives you another chance to pick up any last-minute gifts or just relax and enjoy the festive atmosphere.
FESTIVE FOOD & GIFT MARKETS
Friday 22 November, 10am-4pm
Friday 29 November, 12pm-8pm – late night special with entertainment from Ely Arts Festival.
Friday 6, 13 & 20 December, 10am-4pm
CHRISTMAS CRAFT, FOOD & VINTAGE MARKET, Saturday 21 December, 8.30am-3.30pm
CHRISTMAS SUNDAY MARKET, Sunday 22 December, 9am-3pm
CHRISTMAS CRAFT, GIFT & FARMERS MARKET – Monday 23 December, 8.30am-3.30pm
CHRISTMAS EVE CRAFT, GIFT & FOOD MARKET – Tuesday 24 December, 9.00am-3.00pm
CHARTER MARKET, every Thursday, 8.30am-3.30pm
SATURDAY CRAFT, FOOD & VINTAGE MARKET, every week, 8.30am-3.30pm
SUNDAY MARKET, weekly 9am-3pm
FARMERS’ MARKET, every 2nd and 4th Saturday, 8.30am-2pm
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