No where does Christmas quite like Birmingham! Over the festive period, Birmingham transforms into a winter wonderland filled with twinkling lights, mulled wine, and the aroma of roasted chestnuts. The city boasts a variety of Christmas markets, each offering unique gifts, delicious treats, and guaranteed festive cheer. Here’s your guide to the best Christmas markets you can visit in Birmingham this year.
Christmas in Cathedral Square Craft Market
A delightful hidden gem which we are so lucky to have right on our doorstep! Take a stroll across to Cathedral Square by Colmore Row, and you will happen upon the cosy, traditional Cathedral Square Christmas Market. A little more low-key than the famous Frankfurt Christmas Market, however each year this market is soaring more and more in popularity.
This market is brimming with 60+ independent businesses selling a diverse range of crafts, gifts, and ornaments, meaning you can spoil your loved ones with a one-of-a-kind gift this Christmas. There will also be an array of pop-up food and drink vendors too including Purecraft Bar and Kitchen, Vegabond Wines, and Hookways. Enjoy a ride on a helter-skelter, listen to live music from local artists, and don’t forget to have a festive tipple at the infamous Pigeon in the Park pub too! Enjoy from Friday 7th November – Wednesday 24th December 2025.
Frankfurt Christmas Market Birmingham
From Saturday 1st November to Wednesday 24th December 2025, Victoria Square will once again be home to the Birmingham Frankfurt Christmas Market, which is the largest authentic German Christmas market outside of Germany and Austria. Birmingham is renowned for its Christmas markets, and they are a must-visit during the holiday season.
Birmingham at Christmas is filled with the clinks of glasses of Glühwein classic Christmas songs ringing throughout the city, the scent of German Bratwurst and pretzels filling the air and the warmth of hot chocolates keeping your mittens toasty! Wander around wooden stalls adorned with twinkling lights and discover unique gifts, handmade crafts, and delicious seasonal treats.
Everything Digbeth Christmas Market
Saturday 22nd November 2025 is the return of the Everything Digbeth Christmas market. Head down to Digbeth to support your local independents this year for your Christmas shopping. Visit the Custard Factory in Digbeth where you will find one-of-a-kind gifts, bespoke artwork, and vintage treasures. Pair your shopping with street food and festive cocktails from the vibrant Digbeth area.
Book your Christmas city break in Birmingham at Park Regis
Situated at the head of Broad Street, we are situated perfectly as you are within close reach of all the best Christmas markets in Birmingham. We have a tram stop right on our door step (Five Ways), meaning navigating the city couldn’t be easier Did you know that when you book direct with us, you can unlock benefits that you wouldn’t get when you book through any other booking engine? Want 25% off car parking, complimentary breakfast, 10% off best available rate and more? Book direct via our Switch To Us today to save on your festive stay here in Birmingham.
