Details of one of Cornwall’s flagship festive events have been revealed, as Truro looks to build on its growing reputation as a top Christmas market destination.
Previously known as The BIG Christmas Market, the month-long indie shopping opportunity and uniquely Cornish festive experience has been renamed Truro Christmas Market from 2024 onwards. Kicking off on 22nd November to coincide with the Christmas Lights Switch On, and wrapping up on Christmas Eve, the 33 day-long market on Lemon Quay will once again see alpine-style cabins, street food, a festive bar, and a varied entertainment programme, bringing sparkle to the city throughout the festive season.
Abi Steel from Visit Cornwall said: “We can’t wait for the return of this incredible Christmas market showcasing Cornwall’s top food and drink producers and indie traders. It’s an event full to the brim with genuine heart and festive joy, which is loved by locals and visitors of all ages.”
Organised by Truro Farmers Market and Cornwall Event Cabins, a revolving selection of around 70 traders will be taking part in the daily Lemon Quay market, presenting a curated selection of unique gifts as well as all the food and drink you could possibly need for the festive season.
Organiser Stewart Girvan said: “Our artisan traders are working hard to prepare their handmade, small batch products – from cheeses to chocolates, candles to ceramics – and to kit out their cabins with all the festive feels. There’ll be a cosy bar and a cocktail van, steaming cups of mulled wine and cider, and luxurious hot chocolates to keep the extremities warm.” He continued: “Meanwhile our street food supremos are all set to bake perfect mince pies, get those chestnuts roasting, and pile bowls high with spicy curries and sweet crumbles. It really is the most wonderful time of the year – especially for food lovers!”
With a music stage and a daily performance schedule, a giant snow globe for family photo opportunities, and regular appearances by some of Cornwall’s top entertainers and groups, the seasonal magic from Hall For Cornwall’s “giant pantomime fairytale extravaganza”, Jack and the Beanstalk, will spill out onto the streets.
Another 40—50 traders will pop up on Boscawen Street every Wednesday and Saturday; The Boscawen Street Market is a collaboration between Truro Farmers Market and Cornwall Shop Small with the support of Truro BID, helping spread the ‘shop local, shop small’ ethos across the city in the run-up to Christmas.
For more details, follow Truro Christmas Market on Facebook or Instagram, or check out the website www.trurochristmas.co.uk
