Don’t Miss…Christmas At The Turner
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Get Ready for Markets, Music & Making by the Sea
Margate’s iconic gallery is getting festive and it’s not just about the art.
This December, Turner transforms into a winter hub of creativity, community and sparkle.
From wreath-making workshops and shimmering jewellery fairs to live jazz nights and design markets packed with local talent, it’s the perfect place to soak up the Christmas season.
Whether you’re hunting for unique handmade gifts, learning a new craft, or simply fancy a glass of fizz by the sea, here’s everything happening at the Turner this Christmas and New Year.
What’s on this Christmas at The Turner Gallery
🌿 Christmas Wreath Workshop
Sun 23 Nov, 12.30pm - 2.30pm / Turner
Get hands-on and festive making your own winter wreath with seasonal foliage and creative flair. A lovely way to ease into the season.
🎟️ £60 / Book here
Every home needs a wreath at Christmas - learn how to make yours
🏺 Margate Ceramics Market
Sat 29 - Sun 30 Nov, 10am–4pm / Turner
Browse and buy from over 40 local ceramicists, from Wild Clay Designs to Throw to Fire and Hoy Pottery. Discover unique handmade gifts and beautiful pieces for the home, and yes for Christmas gifts!
🎟️ Free
🛍️ Brighter Days Market
Sat 6 - Sun 7 Dec, 10am–4pm / Turner
A heartwarming festive edition of the regular craft market from Brighter Days with handmade design, art and craft, shop ceramics, textiles, jewellery and gifts from local makers including The Design Dealership, Bohemia & Flower, Mat Pringle and Shoreline Ceramics.
🎟️ Free
🎀 Christmas Wreath Making Evening
Wed 10 Dec, 6pm – 8pm / Turner
Create your own show-stopping wreath with Polly from What a Lovely Bunch. Craft with handwoven willow, local foliage and luxe velvet ribbons all while enjoying fizz and mince pies in a festive, hands-on workshop.
🎟️ £60 / Book here
🎷 Jazz by the Sea – Turner x Olby’s
Fri 12 Dec, 7–9.30pm / Turner
An intimate night of live jazz after hours, featuring acclaimed vocalist Christine Tobin with Liam Noble and Dave Whitford (Chlida). Expect soulful originals and fresh takes on Tom Waits and Duke Ellington. See Turner as you’ve never seen it before with the ceiling adorned with disco balls,. Preorder grazing cups and wine to be delivered to your tables and request to be seated with pals.
🎟️ From £22.50 / Book here
Don’t miss these new jazz nights at the Turner
🎨 Margate Jewellery Fair
Sat 13 Dec, 10am - 4pm / Turner
A glittering showcase of contemporary jewellery from independent makers, the perfect place to find a one-of-a-kind Christmas gift (or treat yourself).
🎟️ Free
🥂 Fermentation Workshop with Barney Pau
Sat 13 Dec, 1 pm –4pm / Turner
Join food artist Barney Pau to craft your own wild-fermented champagne and edible sculptures in this hands-on, creative fermentation workshop — part art, part alchemy, all fizz.
🎟️ £65 / Book here
Join a festive workshop this Christmas in Margate
🌰 Gilded Walnut Workshop
Sun 14 Dec, 11.30am & 2.30pm / Turner
Learn the Victorian art of gilding and create your own shimmering walnut decoration to take home in its own gift box. Enjoy fizz as you craft with gold leaf, glue and velvet ribbon — part of the Margate Jewellery Showcase weekend.
🎟️ £17 / Book here
🎆 New Year’s Eve at Louie on Sea
Wed 31 Dec, 8pm–2am / Louie on Sea
Dance into 2026 with summer Terraza vibes with DJ Leon from East Coast Entertains, Hot Wood Pizza and drinks by Ocho Tequila and INtune CBD. Get four tickets, a reserved table and a bottle of prosecco for £90.
🎟️ £15 / Book here
Book your crew into the Louie on Sea party at Turner this New Year’s Eve
From shimmering markets to festive making, Turner has plenty to keep Margate merry this season.
Pop by for a workshop, stay for a drink overlooking the sea, and pick up some gifts that feel good and do good by supporting local makers.
👉 Plan your visit to Turner and make a day of it (check out some of our favourite bars to watch the sunset).
👉 The gallery’s winter programme runs right through December, bringing creativity, community and a little extra sparkle to Margate’s coast.
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