Following the success of last year’s inaugural event, the Sutton Coldfield Christmas Market returns to the town centre this December for two magical long weekends packed with festive stalls, family entertainment, and Victorian charm.
The Sutton Coldfield Christmas Market will take place across two four-day weekends from Thursday 11th to Sunday 14th December and Thursday 18th to Sunday 21st December. The market will be open on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturday 10am–8pm and Sundays: 10am–5pm
Last year’s Christmas market ran for 22 days, and feedback from visitors and traders has shaped this year’s refreshed format, reducing the event to eight days to maximise atmosphere and footfall. This year’s traders will operate from festive, illuminated gazebos along The Parade creating a vibrant, fully occupied artisan marketplace.
The event is a partnership between Visit Royal Sutton Coldfield Business Improvement District (BID) and LSD Promotions, the company behind Stratford-upon-Avon’s hugely popular Christmas Market. With more than 60 stallholders already booked for the first week in Sutton Coldfield, the market promises a bustling mix of unique gifts, seasonal food, crafts, and festive treats. Trader bookings remain open, and all enquiries should be directed to LSD Promotions.
Michelle Baker, BID Manager at Visit Royal Sutton Coldfield BID, said: “We are delighted to see the return of the Christmas Market for a second year and love the idea of this year’s theme, with all stallholders dressed in Victorian costume and the gazebos brightly lit. Much like our Food Festivals, we intend for the Christmas Market to become an annual fixture that gets better year after year. The whole idea of a Christmas Market is to give people another reason to visit Sutton Coldfield town centre and to boost footfall. A Christmas market is an attraction in itself, and as many people say that the Birmingham Christmas Market is too busy and often has the same stalls, we hope visitors will come to Sutton to support ours for something a little different. And while you’re here, please support local businesses.”
Jon Holliday, Business Development Manager at LSD Promotions said, “We’re thrilled to be bringing the Sutton Coldfield Victorian Christmas Market to the town. Last year’s event was a fantastic success, and we’ve listened closely to feedback from visitors and traders to create an experience that feels even more vibrant, atmospheric and community-focused. The new eight-day format allows us to pack the market with high-quality traders, festive entertainment and a truly immersive Victorian theme. We’re proud to work with Visit Royal Sutton Coldfield BID to deliver an event that not only celebrates the season but also supports local businesses and brings people together in the heart of the town.
The Christmas Market will be officially opened by MP Sir Andrew Mitchell on Thursday 11th December at 4pm on the Parade in Sutton Coldfield town centre. To support the new Victorian Market and boost weekend footfall in the run up to the big day, Visit Royal Sutton Coldfield BID has organised entertainment including stilt walkers, Father Christmas, Gingerbreads, Elves and a walk in snow globe. Gracechurch shopping centre will also be hosting Christmas events which are due to be announced shortly.
Visitors are further encouraged to enjoy the festivities thanks to a free parking initiative funded by Sutton Coldfield Town Council. All Birmingham City Council–owned car parks in the town centre will offer free parking after 4pm on Thursdays and Fridays and all day on Saturdays and Sundays. This initiative will make it even easier for families, shoppers and visitors to enjoy the Christmas Market and explore everything Sutton Coldfield town centre has to offer.
The confirmed market traders for week one 11th-14th December, include:
- The Cheese Boys, Steak and Raclette, Raclette & steak brioche
- Ryan Jepson Cheese, Cheese, biscuits & butter
- Field of Cheese, Mad Mikes Chilli Jam, Waxed cheddar truckles, chutneys, gift boxes
- Bogarts Cheeses, Artisan cheeses, chutneys & pickles
- Beckford’s, Flavoured rums & whiskies
- Joris Liqueurs, Chocolate & botanical liqueurs
- Twofold Spirits, Locally crafted Banana Rum and Thai Green Gin
- The Crafty Brewer Ltd, Draft craft beer, gin & cider
- Fingerprint Brewing Company, Craft beer, cider & mulled wine
- Richmond House Gin & Fizz Bar, Cocktails, wines, prosecco, beers, ciders, soft drinks & mulled wine
- Backyard Blooms, Fresh & dried flower bouquets
- The Kashmiri Guys, Asian snacks, samosas, bhajis, curries
- The Curry Man, Curries, kebabs, samosas, bhajis & more
- Trattoria da Michele, Pasta, pizza, sandwiches, cheeses & olives
- Farmhouse Food, Pork, beef, gammon, fries loaded with meat
- Feast Streat, Greek, loaded fries, hot dogs, mac & cheese
- The OC’s Flavour Town, Nacho chicken burgers, wraps, loaded fries & hot dogs
- Namaste Asian Kitchen, Nepalese street food: momo, chow mein, rice & curry
- BMK Wings & Fries, Fried chicken & fries
- Mediterranean BBQ Grill, Greek souvlaki/gyros
- Faraday Kitchen, Mexican street food: burritos, tacos, nachos
- Momo King, Dumplings, rice & curry, fried noodles
- Churros2ltd, Korean corn dogs
- The Roasting Bar, Barista coffee, loaded hot chocolates, teas & pastries
- The Sunrise Patisserie, Portuguese tarts
- Churros and Crepes, Fresh churros & crepes
- Crepe Expectations, Sweet & savoury crepes
- Puff Poffertjes, Mini Dutch pancakes
- Anca’s Sweet Bakery, Cinnamon rolls
- The Redditch Craft Bakery, Award-winning bread, donuts & cakes
- The Mad Batter Bakes, Brownies, blondies & cookie pies
- Bakes by Gee, Cakes & traybakes
- Sweets with Love, Chocolates, macarons, brownies, honey soufflé
- Cakeoholics, Cakes, brownies, cookies
- The Gooey Brownie Co, Chocolate brownies
- Amvali Crafts, Handmade crafts
- Carmatara Jewellery, Silver & costume jewellery
- The Parfum Club, Perfumes & aftershaves
- Totally Engraved, Laser-cut Christmas gifts
- The Jewellery Box, Costume & silver jewellery
- Globalsoul, Crystals & mindfulness accessories
- Surissa Jewellery, 18k gold plated jewellery
- Linked with Love, Permanent welded jewellery
- Simply the Best Bags, Personalised jute bags
- Adarah, Ladies clothing, flower jewellery
- Castle Accessories, Fashion accessories for men & women
- Wari Runa, Colourful bags, ponchos, dreamcatchers
- Christmas Memories, Hand-personalised Christmas ornaments
- Scaz Makes, Beautiful handcrafted original wooden gifts
- For the Love of Earth, Handmade skincare & candles
- Kiec Garden Product, Garden ornaments & flower pot people
- Staffordshire Outdoor Furniture, Handmade garden furniture
- Great Plants UK – Garden ornaments & novelty socks
- Sacred-Scents, Wax melts, room sprays, bath bombs & more
- Simply Canine Ltd, Natural dog treats
- Pure Pet Food, Healthy dog treats & supplements
- Untamed Cat Food Ltd, Natural cat food subscription
The Christmas entertainment schedule includes:
Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th December
- Walk-In Snow Globe: 11am–4pm
- Victorian Stilt Walker: 12pm–4pm
- Meet Father Christmas: 12pm–4pm
- Victorian Christmas Market: 10am–8pm
Sunday 14th December
- Walk-In Snow Globe: 11am–4pm
- Victorian Stilt Walker: 12pm–4pm
- Meet Father Christmas: 12pm–4pmsti
- Victorian Christmas Market: 10am–5pm
Saturday 20th December
- See The Gingerbreads: 12pm–3pm
- Victorian Stilt Walker: 12pm–4pm
- Meet Father Christmas: 12pm–4pm
- Victorian Christmas Market: 10am–8pm
Sunday 21st December
- See The Elves: 12pm–4pm
- Victorian Stilt Walker: 12pm–4pm
- Meet Father Christmas: 12pm–4pm
- Victorian Christmas Market: 10am–5pm
