The festive season is just around the corner, and the Island is ready to sparkle with Christmas cheer! From traditional craft fairs to magical winter wonderlands, Christmas Markets on the Isle of Wight offer something for everyone, families, friends and holiday visitors alike.
Explore local artisan gifts, indulge in seasonal treats, meet Santa and enjoy live music and festive activities across the Island. Whether you’re a local or visiting, our guide to the Isle of Wight Christmas markets 2025 will help you plan the perfect festive outings.
Northwood House Christmas Fair
29th & 30th November 2025
Kick off the festive season at Northwood House, one of the Isle of Wight’s busiest Christmas events! With up to 50 local artisans showcasing gifts, crafts and seasonal treats, it’s the perfect place to find unique presents for everyone on your list. The main fair runs 10am – 4:30pm on Saturday and Sunday, and entry is free!
Inside and outside the main house, enjoy festive shopping alongside live music in the Rotunda Courtyard, mulled cider, stollen and wood-fired pizzas. Children can meet Father Christmas in the snow cave, while furry friends get their own festive treat with Santa Paws for a £4 charitable donation.
Parking is available at Park Road and Cowes Enterprise College, with pedestrian access only to the Rotunda. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, Northwood House promises a magical start to the season!
Christmas Market Fundraiser at Monkey Haven
29th & 30th November 2025
Shop for a cause at Monkey Haven’s Christmas Market! From 10am – 3:30pm, explore local stalls, festive food, raffles and family fun while supporting the ‘Raise the Roof’ appeal to rebuild gibbon enclosures. Entry is a minimum £5 donation.
Meet rescued monkeys and owls, enjoy a festive atmosphere and know your visit is helping create a safer, more enriching home for these amazing animals.
Festive Fun at Osborne
29th November – 21st December 2025 (Weekends)
Celebrate Christmas Victorian-style at Osborne! Enjoy hands-on festive activities, explore historic grounds and experience the sights, sounds and scents of Christmas past.
Make your visit extra special with a Festive Afternoon Tea on Fridays and Saturdays, featuring sandwiches, cakes and canapés, creating a memorable seasonal outing by the sea.
Christmas Market at Briddlesford Farm
5th – 7th December 2025
Enjoy a festive weekend at Briddlesford Farm! From Friday to Sunday (9:30am – 4pm), browse a variety of stalls offering unique gifts, crafts and local produce. Warm up with mince pies, mulled wine, sausage rolls and cheese tastings, while live music fills the air.
It’s an ideal way to shop for presents, treat yourself and enjoy a family-friendly festive atmosphere. Bring your loved ones and dive into the holiday spirit!
I Love Wight Christmas Market at The Garlic Farm
6th & 7th December 2025
Step into a cosy Christmas weekend at The Garlic Farm! This market brings together local artisans, festive music and plenty of mulled wine to get you in the seasonal spirit. Browse unique gifts, enjoy handmade crafts and soak up the cheerful atmosphere.
Make a full day of it by booking a table at the on-site restaurant for a hearty breakfast or a festive lunch while enjoying the market buzz. And if you can’t make it for the weekend, the I Love Wight Christmas Pop-Up Shop runs daily from 8th November through 24th December, so there’s plenty of time to pick up gifts and decorations.
Whether you’re local or exploring the Island, this market is the perfect combination of Christmas cheer, artisan finds and seasonal flavours.
Christmas at Goddards Weekend
6th & 7th December 2025
Celebrate the festive season with a touch of Island charm at Goddards Brewery! Wander a cosy craft fair, sample seasonal food and drinks and enjoy live performances from The Christmas Bells on Saturday and Wight Harmony on Sunday.
Little ones can join the 12 Days of Christmas Hunt, a fun trail around the brewery with a small festive treat at the finish. Saturday runs 11am – 4pm, Sunday 12pm – 4pm, making it an easy weekend outing.
With local crafts, seasonal flavours and live entertainment, Goddards Brewery is a perfect place to soak up Christmas cheer with family and friends.
Christmas at Tapnell
6th – 23rd December 2025
Step into a magical winter wonderland at Tapnell Farm! Wander a festive woodland village filled with twinkling lights, snow-dusted trees and charming characters. Children can decorate treats, mix reindeer food and join elf-led workshops before meeting Santa himself.
Running from 6th – 23rd December, this immersive experience promises family fun, holiday crafts and magical moments perfect for creating festive memories. Wrap up warm and let Tapnell Farm bring the Christmas magic to life!
For more information, visit our Christmas at Tapnell Guide.
Santa’s Christmas Fayre at Arreton Barns
22nd December 2025
Need some last-minute Christmas shopping? Head to Arreton Barns on Monday, 22nd December, for their festive fayre. Packed with arts and crafts stalls, it’s the perfect spot to pick up unique gifts and seasonal treasures.
Alongside shopping, indulge in delicious festive food and drinks while enjoying live music throughout the day. It’s a relaxed, cheerful way to soak up the Christmas spirit and get your holiday preparations in order.
The Island is brimming with festive magic this Christmas. Whether you’re shopping for unique gifts, enjoying family-friendly activities or indulging in seasonal food and drink, these Isle of Wight Christmas Markets offer something for everyone.
Plan your visits early, mark your calendars and make the most of the Island’s enchanting holiday events in 2025.
