Christmas Fair North East 2026

Name: Christmas Fair North East 2026
Start: 2026-10-22T00:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-10-25T00:00:00+01:00

22nd – 25th October 2026
Newcastle Racecourse

All of your Christmas shopping under one roof

Join us for a jam-packed day. Our North East Christmas Fair will once again return to Newcastle Racecourse in 2026.

We’re thrilled to invite you to the biggest and best seasonal shopping event in the North East, with more than 250 carefully-selected stands, from artisan designer-makers, local food producers and fashion retailers to homewares, gifts and accessories, and of course special Christmas decorations.

Early Bird Discounted tickets are available to buy here now.

To register your interest to exhibit at this event apply here.

Image: The Cotswold Company

Living North's North East Christmas Fair 2026 - Early Bird Discounted Tickets - Available Now

Whether you wish to sample delicious local food, pick up some tips from professionals at our chef demonstrations, find that perfect gift or simply treat yourself, we've got you covered at Living North’s Christmas Fair 2026.

Shopping Halls

Head to our Shopping Halls to pick up the latest trends and browse the best local brands and designers. Here you will find beautiful handmade gifts, homeware and beauty products you won't find on the high street – a perfect place to shop and support small businesses this Christmas.

Food Glorious Food

The way to anyone's heart is through their stomach and our fantastic food producers will not disappoint with a range of artisan treats, from sweets to local meats, fish and cheeses. Living North's Food Halls are the biggest in the region and are constantly growing as a result of the continued support of the North East's artisan food producers.

Chef Demonstrations

The line up for the 2026 Chef demonstrations will follow shortly.

Further Information

VISITING

Newcastle Racecourse is accessible from the A189, just off the A1, and from the B1318.

AMPLE FREE PARKING is available in the main racecourse car parks following the Living North Car Park signs.

Newcastle Racecourse, High Gosforth Park, Newcastle upon Tyne NE3 5HP

Google Map link here.

OPENING TIMES

Thursday 22nd October • 10am - 4pm

Friday 23rd October • 10am - 4pm

Saturday 24th October • 10am - 5pm

Sunday 25th October • 10am - 4pm

Supported Charity

We are delighted to be supporting St Oswald's Hospice at our Christmas Fair in the North East this year.

St Oswald's Hospice, Gosforth, is a charitable hospice rooted in the North East. For four decades, they have provided outstanding, specialist and expert care, free of charge, to adults and children with life-limiting conditions. They strive to provide quality time for everyone.

With your support, they can continue to be there for those who need them, ensuring that nobody has to face their most difficult times alone.

Click here to find out more.

FAQs

Early Bird Discounted tickets are available to buy here now.

Tickets are non-refundable and non-returnable.

Re-admittance is not permitted with your ticket – there is so much going on at our fair you won't want to leave!

FREE parking is available at the event by following the Living North Car Park signs.

Of course they can, and under 12s go free! However, we must remind you that children remain the responsibility of their parents and guardians, and there are no specifically-curated children’s areas.

If you are over 60 then yes!

Sadly not, with the exception of Assistance Dogs.

The venue is fully accessible to wheelchair users and there is a useful site map available at reception. Male and female wheelchair accessible toilets are provided throughout the venue, please ask a member of staff if you are unable to locate these.

We strongly advise against bringing prams wherever possible.

There are plenty of bars and restaurants for when you are feeling a little peckish.

If you would like to apply to exhibit at this event, fill in the online application form here or contact our events team via fair@livingnorth.com

Please email fair@livingnorth.com or call our office on 0191 261 8944.