Christmas Markets & Christmas Events in Pembrokeshire 2024
Christmas Markets, Fairs, Santa’s Grottos and other Christmas events in Pembrokeshire and Nearby in 2024
Home to some of the most beautiful coastal towns and the UK’s smallest city, Pembrokeshire is a magical place to visit during the Christmas season. Famed for it’s beaches and Coastal National Park, Pembrokeshire is also full of quaint and picturesque towns and villages full of independent shops and eateries that really come alive and offer a truly wonderful festive season through November and December. From large Christmas markets to village Christmas fairs and Victorian nights , there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Take a look at some of the Christmas events going on in and around Pembrokeshire in 2024.
Image - Small World Theatre Cardigan Giant Lantern Parade
Newport Pembrokeshire Christmas Market 2024
14th December 2024 - 3pm Start (Free)
Newport Pembs Christmas celebrations, including a lantern parade, Christmas market, late night shopping, street food and live music by DhogieBand, will be held on Saturday 14 December in Market Street from 3pm till 8pm. Lantern parade around 5.30pm.
Penrallt Garden Centre Christmas Market & Santa’s Grotto 2024 (Moylegrove)
30th Nov & 1st Dec 2024 - 10am to 4pm (Booking required for Santa)
Make this Christmas extra special for your children with a visit to Santa’s Grotto, plus Christmas arts and crafts, tree decorations and games. There will also be gift stalls and a great selection of festive food and drink on offer.
St Dogmaels Abbey Christmas Market 2024
TBC - Normally around the last weekend in November 11am to 4.30pm (Free)
Set in the grounds of St Dogmaels Abbey ruins, The Coach House hosts a Christmas event not to be missed. Typically includes a variety of gift stalls, mulled cider, mince pies, hot food, Welsh cakes, crafting activities and a visit from Santa. A landern parade is followed by the switching on of the Christmas lights at around 4.30pm
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Cardigan Castle Christmas Fair 2024
30th November 2024 - 10am to 4pm (£3 entry)
Enjoy a special day of local Christmas shopping and festive activities in the picturesque grounds of Cardigan Castle. Feast on local produce and drinks, try a new craft, browse the stalls and visit Santa.
Cardigan Giant Lantern Parade by Small World Theatre
6th December 2024 - 7pm (Free)
This is one not to be missed! Enjoy the carnival atmosphere and the display of a fantastic array of small, medium, large and gigantic lanterns being paraded through the streets of Cardigan, all lined with spectators cheering them along the way. Part of Cardigan’s Festival of Light, new for the 2024 Winter Season.
Cardigan Walden Arts Christmas Craft Market
30th November 2024 - 11am - 5pm (Free)
For all you Christmas shoppers wanting to avoid Amazon this year – fret not! The Walden Arts Christmas market is back on with more beautiful artisinal crafts from local artists and makers. From prints to pottery, woodwork to textiles and so much more. Support your local artistic community this year and grab yourself some beatiful handmade gifts!
St Davids Christmas Market - Oriel Y Parc
7th December 2024 - 10am to 3pm (Free)
Soak up the festive atmosphere and begin your Christmas shopping. With local craft and food stalls and festive food on offer in the café, it’s the perfect way to get into the Christmas spirit.
Llys Y Fran
7th & 8th December 2024 - 10am to 4pm (Free)
Llys-y-frân will once again transform the visitor centre into a festive hive of Christmas delights!
There’ll be stalls selling a variety of homemade items that will make perfect Christmas presents – authentic, artisan and handmade crafts, gifts, candles, jewellery, clothing, home décor, food and drink, Christmas decorations.
Queens Hall Narberth Christmas Market 2024
29th, 30th Nov & 1st December 2024 - 10am to 4pm (Till 5pm on Friday)
Enjoy three days of unique gifts, craft, food & drink for your Christmas shopping, all in one place. Plus the bar will be open, and mulled wine & mince pies will be on offer. Over 30 stalls of unique gifts, beautiful crafts and Xmas items plus more from local food producers. Plus Santa will be there on the Saturday.
Picton Castle Christmas Events 2024 (Rhos, Haverfordwest)
From 23rd Nov & through December 2024
Christmas Fair - 23th & 24h Nov - 10am to 4pm (Adult £8, Children up to 15yrs Free).
Mulled wine and browse the stalls located in and around the castle.
Christmas Carols - 7th December 1.30pm (Included in general admission)
Goodwick youth brass band playing in the Grand Hall
Father Christmas & Winter Wonderland - 14 & 15th, 21st, 22nd & 23rd December 2024 (£15)
Walk through the winter wonderland and discover elf doors, enjoy festive games, meet Mother Christmas and finally, meet Father Christmas.
Christmas Candlelight Tours - 17th & 19th December 6pm to 8pm (£14.50)
Candlelight after hours tour of the castle with mulled wine and festive treats.
Scolton Manor Magical Family Christmas 2024 (Bethlehem, Haverfordwest)
30th Nov to 23rd December 2024 - 10am to 4pm (Till 5pm on Friday)
Meet Santa, gifts for children, explore Santa’s Pembrokeshire Headquarters, meet the Elves and enjoy a Christmas puzzle hunt. 12 dates available with lots of time slots available each day. Book early to avoid disappointment.
Pembroke Castle Christmas Market 2024
29th, 30th Nov & 1st December 2024 - 10am to (8pm Fri, 6pm Sat & 4pm Fri) (Free)
With over 80 stalls selling gifts, toys, local produce, clothing and jewellery, Pembroke Castle Christmas Market attracts over 10,000 visitors over the 3 days. The castle will be beautifully illuminated and musical entertainment will be featured throughout the weekend. Santa will also be in his Grotto at various times each day, and a visit to see Santa is just £3.
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Christmas Holiday Cottages in Pembrokeshire - Christmas & New Year Breaks 2024
Unwind in one of our wonderful holiday cottages this Christmas. Whether you're looking for a relaxing seaside escape, a cosy cottage nestled in the countryside or a large family holiday home, our cottages offer the perfect base for exploring the many wonders of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, and for bringing everyone together. Treat your family and/or friends to an unforgettable Christmas in Pembrokeshire this Christmas.
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