Living North Christmas Fair Yorkshire
Thursday 19 November – Sunday 22 November 2026
York Racecourse, York, North Yorkshire(YO23 1EX)
Living North's Yorkshire Christmas Fair fills York Racecourse for four days of festive shopping, all of it indoors. More than 200 stands bring together designer-makers, fashion, homewares, gifts, accessories and Christmas decorations. The Food Halls are where Yorkshire's artisan producers sell sweets, local meats, fish and cheeses, and there are chef demonstrations too. There are bars and restaurants on site. Parking is free, under-12s go free, and this year the fair is supporting Yorkshire Children's Charity.
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What to expect
Date & times
Thursday 19 November – Sunday 22 November 2026
Getting there
York Racecourse, York, North Yorkshire (YO23 1EX for sat nav)
Dogs
Assistance dogs only
Accessibility
Available: Wheelchair accessible, Accessible toilets. Not confirmed: Step-free access, Accessible parking / blue badge parking, Accessible viewing areas.
Stalls
Stall list coming soon
Live schedule
Full timetable available when market goes live
Interactive map
Site map with GPS location available when market goes live
Live announcements
Real-time updates available when market goes live
Accessibility
Confirmed:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Accessible toilets
Not confirmed:
- Step-free access
- Accessible parking / blue badge parking
- Accessible viewing areas
Notes
The venue is fully accessible to wheelchair users, and a site map is available at reception. Male and female wheelchair-accessible toilets are provided throughout the venue. Prams are strongly discouraged. Step-free routes, accessible parking and accessible viewing have not been confirmed.
Frequently asked questions
When is the Living North Christmas Fair Yorkshire 2026?
Thursday 19 to Sunday 22 November 2026, four days.
What are the opening times?
Thursday 19 and Friday 20 November: 10am to 4pm. Saturday 21 November: 10am to 5pm. Sunday 22 November: 10am to 4pm.
Where is the fair?
At York Racecourse, York, YO23 1EX. The racecourse is reached from the A1036 Tadcaster Road at the Kanvesmire Road entrance.
How much are tickets, and how do I buy one?
Tickets for 2026 are £7 at the early-bird price, available until midnight on Wednesday 18 November, then £9 on the door. Over-60s can buy a concession ticket for £6. Under-12s go free. Tickets bought online carry a booking fee, and you buy them through the Tickets page of the fair's website. Tickets are non-refundable and non-returnable, and re-entry is not permitted.
What will I find there?
More than 200 stands, with artisan designer-makers, local food producers, fashion, homewares, gifts, accessories and Christmas decorations. There are Food Halls with artisan treats such as sweets, local meats, fish and cheeses, plus chef demonstrations; the 2026 line-up has not yet been announced.
Is there anywhere to eat and drink?
Yes. There are bars and restaurants at the fair, and the Food Halls sell sweets, local meats, fish and cheeses.
Where do I park, and does it cost anything?
Parking is free, on the road and directly beyond the main grandstand entrances. Follow the Living North Car Park signs.
Are dogs allowed?
No, with the exception of assistance dogs.
Is the fair accessible for wheelchair users?
Yes. The venue is fully accessible to wheelchair users, and a site map is available at reception. Male and female wheelchair-accessible toilets are provided throughout the venue; staff can help if you cannot find them.
Can I bring children and a pram?
Children are welcome, and under-12s go free. The fair strongly advises against bringing prams wherever possible.
How can I take a stand?
Apply through the Exhibit with us page of the fair's website.
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