It’s ChristmaAAAAAs…

Discover the magic of Christmas in Margate with an array of festive events to enjoy this season. From creative wreath making workshops and craft-filled Christmas markets to cosy supper clubs and joyful gig, Margate offers something for everyone.

Whether you’re shopping for unique gifts, crafting seasonal decor, or embracing the holiday spirit with family and friends, Margate Christmas events promise a warm and memorable celebration. Explore the best events in Margate and make this festive season truly special.

Don’t miss these Christmas events in Margate, here are our favourite picks…

Christmas Markets In Margate

Margate Old Town Christmas Market
Sat 23 & Sat 30 Nov, 11am - 4pm / Old Town Market
Local makers, jewellers and vintage traders are bringing their best present game to town. Shop local, support local.
Free

Christmas in Margate
Sat 30 Nov, 11am - 5.30pm / Margate High Street & The Centre
Margate gets festive with a teenage founder market, the Christmas tree lights switch on, music, a free grotto with Mother Christmas (and a present for every kid) and more!
Free

Christmas Market
Sat 30 Nov, 11am - 4pm / George & Heart
Hit up the mulled wine and mingle round the stalls selling locally made crafts. Stay for the festive food and music.
Free

TKE Studios Xmas Bazaar
Sat 30 Nov, 2pm - 6pm / TKE Studios
Join us for the TKE Studios Xmas Bazaar, a day filled with artist stalls, unique entertainment, and festive food and drink provided by A Perfect Place to Grow. This was an amazing last year and this year includes artists: Tracey Emin, Lindsey Mendick, Gabriela Max, Mercedes Lucy, Vincent Hawkins, Elissa Cray, Jack Hirons, Ted Rogers, Laura Footes, Bianca Raffaella, Joline Kwakkenbos, Dom Watson, Layla Andrews, Darcy Brenna and Ziah Ziah.
Free / More info

Festive Fair
Sun 24 Nov, 10.30am - 3pm / RLNI Lifeboat Station
Support these absolute legends of the coast and support their festive stalls and family games.
Free

Margate WI Christmas Fayre
Sat 7 Dec, 11am - 4pm / Dreamland
The Roller Rink at Dreamland will be converted into a WI Winter Wonderland of stalls, with local makers and crafters for one day only.
Free

Makers’ Market
Thu 12 Dec, 3.30pm - 9pm / Tom Thumb
One of my must-do Christmass-y feeling events, this tiny cute market always comes up with good local gifts. And mulled wine.
Free

Christmas events In Margate

Wreath Workshop
Mon 2 Dec, 7pm - 9pm / The Potting Shop
Join Belladonna Florist to make gorgeous, natural and sustainable wreaths for your front door. A glass of fizz will help you get creative. Let’s get festive.
£60 / Book here

Wreath Making
Sat 30 Nov, 10am-12pm / Sete
Festoon your door with your foliage handiwork with florist Florance Jones. Plus mulled wine.
£45 / DM to book

Wreath Making
Thu 5 Dec, from 7pm / George & Heart
Make your own biodegradable, natural door wreath with local talented florist Joe and a glass of fizz to warm you up.
£45 / DM to book

Christmas Crafts
Sat 30 Nov, 10am - 12pm / Northdown Road Family Hub
Pop in for free festive sessions for families with kids from 2 - 11 years old where they can make Christmas crafts.
Free / Email here

Christmas Wreath & Yoga Afternoon
Sat 14 Dec, from 2pm / Margate Yoga Studio
Combine some gentle movement and pranayama, before building a Christmas wreaths with some calming tea and sweet snacks.
£15 - 25 / Book here

Some Voices Christmas Crackers
Thu 5 Dec / ARK
Get this party started with the Some Voices Christmas show featuring your favourite belters…All I want for Christmas is youuuuuuuuuuu etc.
£4 / Book now

Christmas Bookshare
Sun 8 Dec, from 2pm / Mill Place Cafe
Bring books to swap that bring some joy and if you can bring a wrapped up book for Secret Book Santa which will be gifted to anyone who comes to give everyone something to unwrap on Christmas Day.
Free / Reserve your place here.

Christmas Foodie Events in Margate

Christmas in Campania
Thu 5 Dec, from 7pm / La Cantina
Tuck into a Christmas feast with a difference, with five courses inspired by Campania and paired with Tutto Wines, which come from the restaurant’s home region.
£49.50 exc drinks / Book here

CAMP’s Queer Christmas Dinner
Wed 11 Dec, from 7pm / CAMP
Join your chosen family for a festive feast with a delicious dinner by Jeccia Leah Catering. Limited seats so book now!
£45 exc drinks / Book here

Winter Supper Club
Fri 6 Dec, TBC / CloudZen
Join CloudZen & Bulli's Kitchen for a wintery warming, locally sourced three course dinner with a 45 min gong bath thrown in too. Menu includes smoked salmon and beef or veggie Wellington! 10% goes to Thanet Food Bank.
£60 & BYO drinks / Book here

12 Cheeses of Christmas
8 Dec 2pm - 8pm, 9 Dec 5 - 9pm / Little Swift
Join Charlotte for a cheese feast with her chosen dozen party cheese. Give them a whirl and order your own for the big day.

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Happy Christmas everyone!