The Big Christmas Market

The Big Christmas Market 2024

The Truro Christmas Market 2024 is set to be a vibrant celebration of local crafts, food, and festive entertainment in Cornwall's capital. Here's what you need to know:

Main Market on Lemon Quay:

• Dates: Friday, November 22nd to Tuesday, December 24th, 2024.
• Location: Lemon Quay, Truro.
• Details: The market will feature charming wooden cabins showcasing a diverse range of local crafts, unique gifts, and seasonal treats. Visitors can enjoy street food, live music, and family-friendly entertainment, creating an immersive festive atmosphere. 

Boscawen Street Christmas Markets:

• Dates: Every Saturday and Wednesday from November 23rd to December 21st, 2024.
• Location: Boscawen Street, Truro.
• Details: In addition to the main market, Boscawen Street will host festive markets twice a week, featuring stalls from local and independent makers offering gifts, produce, and street food. These markets are a collaboration between Truro Farmers Market, Cornwall Shop Small, and Truro BID, aiming to enhance the city's festive experience. 

Special Events:

• Festive Friday and Christmas Lights Switch-On:
  • Date: Friday, November 22nd, 2024.
  • Details: The festivities will commence with the Christmas lights switch-on at 7 pm, followed by live music and entertainment from 5 pm, presented by local personalities.

• Father Christmas Parade:
  • Date: Wednesday, November 27th, 2024, at 6:30 pm.
  • Details: The parade will feature Father Christmas in his sleigh, accompanied by dancers, musicians, and circus performers, bringing festive cheer to the city streets.

• Late-Night Shopping:
  • Dates: Every Wednesday from November 27th to December 18th, 2024.
  • Details: Shops will extend their hours until 9 pm, allowing visitors to enjoy evening shopping amidst the festive lights and market stalls. Cornwall's Rewind Radio will be there too!

Additional Information:

• Market Opening Times:
  • Monday to Saturday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm.
  • Wednesdays (from November 27th): 9:00 am – 9:00 pm.
  • Sundays: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm.
  • Christmas Eve: Closes at 3:00 pm.

Accessibility: The market is accessible to people with mobility difficulties and has on-site parking and toilet facilities