The Liverpool Christmas market 2026 runs from Saturday 21 November 2026 to Sunday 3 January 2027 on St George's Plateau, opposite Lime Street station, as part of Skate St George's, according to the organiser. It is open 10am to 10pm every day except Christmas Day, with shorter hours on Christmas Eve.
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Key takeaways
- Open from Saturday 21 November 2026 to Sunday 3 January 2027, closed on Christmas Day.
- Market open 10am to 10pm. Christmas Eve closes at 6pm, and Boxing Day and New Year's Day open at 12pm.
- On St George's Plateau, opposite Lime Street station, run by Underbelly.
- Ice skating from £10 plus a £3 transaction fee for 45 minutes.
- Most Merseyrail station car parks are free to park at, with trains into Lime Street.
When is the Liverpool Christmas Market 2026?
| What the organiser has published | Source | |
|---|---|---|
| Dates | Saturday 21 November 2026 to Sunday 3 January 2027 | Skate St George's |
| Closed | Christmas Day (25 December) | Skate St George's |
| Opening hours | Market 10am to 10pm. Skating sessions from 10.15am, last session 9.15pm | Skate St George's |
| Christmas Eve | Closes 6pm | Skate St George's |
| Boxing Day and New Year's Day | Opens 12pm, last skating session 9.15pm | Skate St George's |
| Location | St George's Plateau, outside St George's Hall, L1 1JJ | Skate St George's |
| Run by | Underbelly, chosen by Liverpool City Council | Liverpool Express (council news) |
What is different about the market in 2026?
In 2026 the market is part of Skate St George's, an ice rink, rides and market run by Underbelly on St George's Plateau, according to Underbelly. The council's own news service says Liverpool's Christmas markets attract more than 500,000 visitors each year, and that pop-up markets will also run on Basnett Street and at the Cunard Building, with dates to be announced (Liverpool Express). Many pages still show the 2025 dates and hours, which no longer apply.
What is at Skate St George's?
- Ice skating: 45-minute sessions from £10 plus a £3 transaction fee (Skate St George's tickets). Under 12s must skate with a responsible adult and under 3s are not allowed on the ice (Skate St George's).
- Rides: a big wheel, wave swinger, carousel, Santa train, helter skelter, reindeer ride and a Christmas maze. Ride prices are not published yet (Skate St George's rides).
- Market: stalls selling gifts and decorations, and a Bavarian swing grill (Skate St George's market).
- Paying: the box office takes cards only (Skate St George's).
The council also lists a separate Liverpool Christmas Wonderland at Pier Head, with a covered ice rink and rides, run by Icebox Live. Its dates and prices are not published yet (Liverpool Express).
Where is the Liverpool Christmas market?
On St George's Plateau, outside St George's Hall and opposite Lime Street station. The organiser says Lime Street is about a 5-minute walk, Liverpool Central about 10 minutes and Queen Square bus station about 5 minutes (Skate St George's).
Where can you park for the Liverpool Christmas market?
The organiser does not publish parking advice. These options come from the car park operators and our Liverpool parking guide:
| Option | What it costs | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Lime Street Short Stay, Skelhorne Street (21 spaces, 1.83m height limit) | Up to 20 minutes free, 1 hour £4.60, 2 hours £12.50, 3 hours £35. Pay by app only | APCOA |
| Council car parks, including Victoria Street and Mount Pleasant | Prices by car park on the council's page and in our parking guide | Liverpool City Council |
| Merseyrail Park and Ride | More than 40 station car parks, most free to park, with trains into Lime Street and Central. No overnight parking | Merseyrail |
The Lime Street short stay is built for drop-offs, so the price climbs steeply after the first hour. For a longer visit, the council car parks or Merseyrail are cheaper, and our Liverpool parking guide has the full prices and a map.
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Frequently asked questions
When does Liverpool Christmas Market 2026 open and close?
Saturday 21 November 2026 to Sunday 3 January 2027, closed on Christmas Day, according to Skate St George's.
What are the opening times on Christmas Eve, Boxing Day and New Year's Day?
Skate St George's says it closes at 6pm on Christmas Eve, and opens at 12pm on Boxing Day and New Year's Day.
What are the normal opening hours?
The market is open 10am to 10pm, with skating sessions from 10.15am and the last session at 9.15pm, according to Skate St George's.
Where is the Christmas market in Liverpool this year?
On St George's Plateau, outside St George's Hall and opposite Lime Street station. Pop-up markets also run on Basnett Street and at the Cunard Building on selected dates, according to the council's Liverpool Express.
How much is ice skating at St George's Hall?
From £10 for a 45-minute session plus a £3 transaction fee, according to Skate St George's.
Where is the best place to park?
The Lime Street short stay is close but costs £4.60 for an hour and £12.50 for two, according to APCOA. Most Merseyrail station car parks are free to park at, with trains into Lime Street and Central.
Related guides
Sources
- Skate St George's: FAQs
- Skate St George's: home page
- Skate St George's: ice skating tickets
- Skate St George's: rides and attractions
- Skate St George's: markets
- Underbelly: Skate St George's Liverpool
- Liverpool Express: Liverpool Christmas markets set for return, 31 July 2026
- APCOA: Liverpool Lime Street Station short stay
- Liverpool City Council: council car parks
- Merseyrail: getting to our stations by car
Dates, locations and prices come from the linked organiser, council and operator pages and can change. The organiser's page has the latest details.