Malton Christmas Festival 2025

About

Malton’s two-day Christmas Festival returns to the town’s picturesque Market Place on Saturday 6 and Sunday 7 December, filling the streets with festive stalls, seasonal music and family entertainment. Known as the “food capital of Yorkshire”, Malton offers visitors the chance to combine Christmas shopping with a feast of street food, locally-made treats and unique gifts. With independent shops and cafés open throughout the weekend, it’s the perfect excuse to explore the town beyond the main market square.

Dates

Saturday 6 – Sunday 7 December 2025, 09:00 – 15:30

Why Visit?

This is more than just a market – it’s a full festive experience in the heart of one of Yorkshire’s most charming market towns. From seasonal produce to handmade crafts, the variety of stalls makes it easy to tick off your Christmas shopping list while enjoying the atmosphere of live brass bands and choirs.

Families can enjoy a festive land train, special Christmas shows in the Milton Rooms, and plenty of opportunities to pause, relax and soak up the sights, sounds and aromas of the season.

What To Expect

• Festive stalls selling Christmas food, drink, crafts and gifts
• Street food vendors offering seasonal favourites and hot drinks
• Live music from local brass bands and choirs
• Family entertainment, including Christmas shows in the Milton Rooms
• Festive land train rides around the Market Place
• Independent shops and cafés open throughout Malton

Entry

Free entry to all visitors. Food, drink and purchases from stalls or shops are paid for separately. Some family attractions may carry a small additional charge.

Plan Your Visit

Venue: Malton Market Place, Malton, North Yorkshire, YO17 7LX. The festival takes place across the Market Place and surrounding streets. Malton railway station is a short walk away, with regular services from York and Scarborough. Several local bus routes also serve the town centre. Car parking is available in nearby pay-and-display car parks, but spaces may be limited during peak times, so early arrival is advised. The event area is largely flat and accessible, with step-free routes suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs.