Truro Christmas Market 2024

Experience the Magic of Truro Christmas Market 2024

Get ready to immerse yourself in the festive spirit at the enchanting Truro Christmas Market 2024. This beloved annual event transforms the heart of Cornwall’s only city into a winter wonderland, offering a delightful experience for visitors of all ages.

Dates and Times

The Truro Christmas Market 2024 is set to enchant visitors from Friday, 22nd November to Tuesday, 24th December 2024. This festive extravaganza will be open daily, providing ample opportunity for locals and tourists alike to immerse themselves in the holiday spirit. Whether you’re an early bird looking to kick off the season or a last-minute shopper seeking that perfect gift, the market’s extended run ensures you won’t miss out on the yuletide cheer.

Event Details

The Truro Christmas Market 2024 promises a magical experience with twinkling lights, festive decorations, and the melodious sounds of carolers echoing through Truro’s historic streets. This award-winning event, featuring the beloved Truro Farmers Market, will transform Lemon Quay into a bustling hub of holiday cheer. From November until Christmas Eve, visitors can explore charming Christmas cabins and savour an array of street food at the dedicated food court.

The market showcases Cornwall’s incredible talent and craftsmanship, offering a diverse selection of local food, drink, art, and crafts. With daily entertainment—including music, festive happenings, and family-friendly activities—this month-long market provides an immersive Christmas shopping experience. It has firmly placed Truro on the Christmas market map while supporting local producers.

Local Crafts, Gifts, and Festive Attractions

The Truro Christmas Market showcases a delightful array of locally-made gifts and crafts, from handcrafted jewellery to artisanal food products. While details for 2024 are yet to be confirmed, the 2023 market set a high standard with its charming features. Bespoke wooden cabins lined Lemon Quay, adorned with festive lights and styled by Cornwall’s finest artisan traders, creating a winter wonderland atmosphere.

The market expanded beyond Lemon Quay to Boscawen Street, featuring additional stalls with street food and fresh seasonal produce on Wednesdays and Saturdays. A dedicated street food and bar area enhanced the seasonal cheer. The centrepiece of the 2023 market was a towering 30-foot Christmas tree, accompanied by a giant snow globe, a first for Lemon Quay, where visitors could capture memorable photos.

These elements combined to create a magical shopping experience that not only supported local artisans but also fully embraced the festive spirit.

Delicious Treats

Indulge in a variety of seasonal delicacies. Warm up with a cup of mulled wine, savour traditional Cornish pasties, or treat yourself to freshly baked mince pies. The market is a food lover’s paradise, offering both local specialities and international flavours.

Tempting delicacies include an array of cheeses, fresh fish, quality meats, and artisanal condiments. Satisfy your sweet tooth with an assortment of treats, or quench your thirst with locally crafted ales, ciders, artisan spirits, and Cornish wines. Beyond edibles, you’ll find natural Christmas wreaths, unique jewellery, handmade children’s toys, and vintage clothes. Throughout December, the market also showcases sustainable, ethically made, and locally sourced products, perfect for the conscientious shopper.

Location and Transportation

The Truro Christmas Market is conveniently located in the heart of the city centre at Lemon Quay, Fairmantle Street, TR1 2EG. Visitors can take advantage of the Long Stay (Multi-Storey) Car Park available on-site, as well as the nearby Excel Car Parking facilities, ensuring easy access to this festive event.