Christmas markets and craft fairs in Stafford and nearby for 2026

With the festive season approaching, artisan makers, food producers, and local organisers across Stafford and surrounding areas are preparing for a busy winter of seasonal markets.

To help you plan your festive browsing, this running guide brings together Christmas fairs, farmers markets, and artisan shopping events taking place across Stafford, Stone, Penkridge, Eccleshall, Rugeley, and nearby villages. The list is updated throughout November and December as further venues confirm their dates.

Christmas markets and fairs across Stafford and nearby

Stafford Farmers and Artisans Market (Stafford)

• Location: Market Square, Stafford Town Centre, ST16 2JH
• Dates & Times: Saturday 14 November 2026
• Activities: Outdoor town centre stalls featuring local food producers, bakes, and artisan crafts
• Booking: Free outdoor market, drop in throughout the day.

Alternative Vintage Market by Dark Antiques (Stafford)

• Location: Oddfellows Hall, Greengate Street, Stafford Town Centre
• Dates & Times: Saturday 21 November 2026, 9:00am to 4:00pm (Stafford Christmas Lights Switch-On day)
• Activities: Indoor market stalls offering vintage items, alternative gifts, and curios
• Booking: Drop-in town centre event.

Christmas Craft Fair at The Mill at Worston (Great Bridgeford)

• Location: The Mill at Worston, Worston Lane, Great Bridgeford, Stafford, ST18 9QA
• Dates & Times: Saturday 21 November 2026
• Activities: Festive stalls selling handmade gifts, local crafts, and seasonal treats
• Booking: Free admission, drop-in event.

Stone Craft and Collectables Market (Stone)

• Location: High Street, Stone
• Dates & Times: Saturday 21 November 2026, 9:00am to 3:00pm
• Activities: Outdoor high street market stalls featuring handmade crafts, collectables, and local traders
• Booking: Free outdoor town market, no booking required.

Stone High Street Christmas Markets (Stone)

• Location: High Street, Stone
• Dates & Times: Saturday 28 November 2026 and Sunday 13 December 2026, 10:00am to 3:00pm
• Activities: Festive outdoor stalls lining the high street with seasonal gifts, artisan crafts, and festive treats
• Booking: Free outdoor market, drop in throughout the day.

Stone Christmas Farmers and Town Markets (Stone)

• Location: High Street, Stone
• Dates & Times: Saturday 5 December 2026 and Saturday 19 December 2026, 9:00am to 3:00pm
• Activities: Festive farmers and town market showcasing local food producers, fresh produce, bakes, and seasonal gifts
• Booking: Free outdoor high street event, no advance booking required.

Stafford Christmas Farmers’ and Artisans’ Market (Stafford)

• Location: Market Square, Stafford Town Centre, ST16 2JH
• Dates & Times: Saturday 12 December 2026
• Activities: Local traders offering bread, cakes, oatcakes, honey, jams, preserves, savoury scotch eggs, pies, pastries, wood crafts, jewellery, plants, handicrafts, 3D printed toys, paintings, and charity stalls
• Booking: Free outdoor market in Market Square.

The Craft and Makers Market: Festive Special (Stafford)

• Location: Beaconside Conference Centre, Weston Road, Stafford, ST18 0BF
• Dates & Times: Saturday 12 December 2026, 10:00am to 3:00pm
• Activities: Over 60 indoor stalls with handmade gifts, festive decorations, and local makers
• Booking: Free entry and free parking, no booking required.

Information for Event Organisers

Are you organising a Christmas craft fair, school winter market, or festive shopping event in Stafford, Stone, Penkridge, Rugeley, or Eccleshall? Basic directory listings for one-off community fixtures are free. To submit an event, please use our website submission form.

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