A Guide To What's On This Festive Season
Camden Market Christmas 2026
A little frost, a lot of sparkle and plenty going on. This Christmas, the whole of Camden Market is getting into the spirit, with glowing trees and brass bands bringing Stables and North Yard to life at festive Night Markets every Thursday.
Over in Hawley Wharf, and back by popular demand, our grotto returns, with Mother and Father Christmas ready to welcome little ones into their glittering ice palace, complete with penguins, polar bears and a friendly snow leopard. Here, families can enjoy festive workshops, meet Mother and Father Christmas, and capture festive photos.
Then there’s the important stuff: mulled wine, street food, indulgent menus across the market, and plenty more to discover along the way. Have yourself a very Camden Christmas.
Mon 2 Nov
Our People, Our Spirit, Our Stories Exhibition
Black History Season 2026 | Honouring Our Community
Curated in association with Orphée Kashala, explore a visual exhibition that honours the people who have shaped Camden’s community and cultural legacy.
The exhibition will showcase archival imagery, artworks and photographs of creatives, artists, and pioneers who have a link to Camden.
Featured figures include :
Akala
Beryl Gilroy
Claudia Jones
Daniel Kaluuya
Horace Ové
Jazzie B
Little Simz
Normski Anderson
Una Marson
Vas Blackwood
And artworks by
MoSes Quiquine
Denzil Forrester
Caroline Chinakwe
Thu 8 Oct
Fans can shop limited edition merchandise created exclusively from UMusic Camden
Jay-Z 30 Pop-Up Experience to Open In UMusic, Camden Market
Starting on the 27th August 2026, an exclusive JAŸ-Z 30 pop-up experience is coming to Camden Market. Right here in Camden Market Stables, UMusic Shop Camden will be celebrating JAŸ-Z’s highly anticipated upcoming shows at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on 4th and 5th September.
The pop-up will be open daily from 11am. to 7 pm between 27th August and 2nd September, ahead of Jay-Z’s only U.K. performances of the year on 4th and 5th September. The Brooklyn-born rapper last toured the U.K. in 2018 as part of his On The Run II trek with Beyoncé, visiting stadiums in Cardiff, Manchester, Glasgow and London.
This pop-up offers fans an exclusive immersion into JAY-Z’s world. Visitors can access limited-edition London-specific merchandise, pieces from the wider 30th-anniversary collection, Armand de Brignac and copies of The Book of HOV: A Tribute to JAY-Z by Assouline.
Every evening from 5pm to 7pm, the retail experience will transform into an intimate live venue, featuring sets from premier London tastemakers and DJs including DJ Target, DJ Manny Norté, DJ Semtex and DJ Esi.
Wed 26 Aug
Follow our family summer trail and discover Camden Market
Family Summer Trail
Explore Camden Market, discover new spots, see some lovely artworks and keep little ones entertained with questions along the way.
Download the question sheet here or get a paper copy from our helpful event staff. While you’re there, grab a wristband to unlock deals at stalls across the market!
Wed 22 Jul
Sizzling Savings All Summer Long
Summer Discounts 2026 | Hot Deals 🔥
This summer, indulge in up to 20% off at participating Camden Market traders when you attend one of our fantastic summer events, valid until 31st August.
How It Works:
Come along to one of our summer events. Either book online or drop in, it’s free for everyone!
Find one of our friendly staff members (look out for their pink jackets!)
Ask for a discount wristband – pop it on your wrist!
Head into the market and choose what you fancy – whether that’s food, shopping or a drink
Show the staff at the stall your wristband and confirm if they’re offering a discount – they’ll take it from there!
Tue 30 Jun
Wimbledon Screenings, Live Music, Family Fun Days and SO. MUCH. MORE.
Summer in Camden 2026 • FREE EVENTS ALL SUMMER!
Summer in Camden is a melting pot of live music, family fun, DJ sets, spectacular parades and more.
Through July and August, we’ll have a special day dedicated to Amy Winehouse, Jazzie B’s Back II Life Café will return, with headliner David Rodigan and lots of guest DJs, mid-week family fun days, a vibrant South Asian Mela, and rising stars filling the market with music. It’s all free, open to all and you’re invited!
Click ‘book now’ below the listed events. If your event is showing as ‘sold out’ – please come along anyway and our team will fit you in.
Fri 12 Jun
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Camden Market Run Club
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Easter Weekender | 4-5th April 2026
Paint The Town Green
St Patrick's Day Festival | 21st March 2026
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