14 Amazing Christmas Markets to Get You into the Festive Season
We may be living on the eastern side of the world, but that does not mean we will miss out on Christmas. Sure, this year December 25th falls on a Tuesday, but there are plenty of Christmas marekts around town that will get you in the jolly mood for the holidays.
French Christmas Market
This is the Pearl’s 5th Year hosting a French Christmas market with a classy Parisian theme. The two-day event will see 40 vendors peddling unique or handmade products along with French Christmas specialties such as traditional hot wine, foie gras and delicious waffles. Live music and entertainers will perform all day long and the market will also provide activities for kids as well as have the opportunity to meet “le Père Noël” - Santa!
Address: The Pearl 471 Zhapu Lu, near Wujin Lu, 100m to Sichuan Bei Lu (Line 10, Exit 2)
Tel: 13764889962
Price: RMB20 (kids under 6 years old, free)
Commune Market
Commune Market brings a touch of Christmas festivities to Yong Ping Lane with their Christmas themed event. Expect original designer pieces, sweet gourmet foods, and in spirit of the season, you can treat yourself to some mulled wine.
Dates: November 24th and 25th
Address: Yong Ping Lane, 199 Hengshan Lu, near Wulumuqi Lu
Price: Free
Holiday Luxury Sale
Cuivre will be hosting a luxury holiday sale that will be filled with all types of goodies. From kids wear to luxury cashmere and silk. There will also be plenty of accessories and Christmas ornaments, handbags, and more.
Address: 1502 Huaihai Middle Lu (near Wulumuqi Lu)
Jing’an Christkindlmarkt
Traditional German Chriskindlmarkt is back for their third year in Shanghai and you can expect everything Christmas from handicraft gifts to delicious seasonal treats and Gluhwein to keep you toasty warm. There will also be activities for kids such as DIY Cinnamon houses.
Dates: 11/30-12/2 (weekends); 12/7-12/16 (weekday)
Address: 557 Haifang Lu, near Xikang Lu
Price: RMB 50 (weekends; weekdays free)
Dao Jiang Hu Christmas Pop Up
Dao Jiang Hu on Donghu Lu will host a pop-up market with some of the finest boutique designers and their creations for a one day shopping event. There will be an all-day brunch and happy hour to sweeten your holiday experience.
Date: December 2nd
Address: 20 Donghu Lu, near Huaihai Zhong Lu
Price: Free Entrance
Paulaner Christmas Market
BLN Christmas Market brings a touch of German Christmas atmosphere to Shanghai with delicacies and Gluhwein usually only found at the Christmas markets in Germany. Order Glühwein or other hot drinks and you can get a specially designed Christmas mug from Paulaner.
Dates: December 7th – December 9th (Friday, 3 pm to 10 pm; Saturday, 11am to 10pm; Sunday, 11am to 9pm)
Address: 555 Shibo Avenue, Pudong District
Tel: 2206 0555
Price: RMB 30 per person (Free of charge for children under 10 years old)
Un Caffe Bar Christmas Market
If the thought of chasing gifts at crowded shopping malls with their fancy holiday windows makes you shudder, spend your RMBs at a Christmas market instead! Un Caffè Bar takes your shopping experience to a new level with a great market pop up on December 15th, from 11am till 8pm.
This European-style winter market will boast more than 20 vendors hawking an impressive selection of handcrafted gifts, food and drinks. The Christmas market will include workshops for adults and kids too.
Dates: December 7th – December 9th (Friday, 3 pm to 10 pm; Saturday, 11am to 10pm; Sunday, 11am to 9pm)
Address: 555 Shibo Avenue, Pudong District
Tel: 2206 0555
Price: RMB 30 per person (Free of charge for children under 10 years old)
SAS Art of Giving
Shanghai American School will be hosting their 2018 Winter Bazaar with lots of activities, vendors and food. This will certainly be a delight to all.
Date: November 16th, 2pm to 7pm
Address: 258 Jinfeng Lu, Minhang District
Tel: +86 (21) 6221 1445
PSO Christmas Bazaar
Concordia’s Phoenix Common area will be transformed into a holiday shopping paradise with over 150 local and expat vendors.
Date: November 17th, 10am to 4pm
Address: 999 Mingyue Lu, by Yunshan Lu
Wellington Winter Wonderland
Wellington Winter Wonderland Christmas Bazaar is hosted by the Friends of Wellington and features over 100 vendors, arts and crafts, activities for all ages and a chance to have your photo taken with Mr. and Mrs. Claus. Entrance is free of charge, and everyone is welcome!
Date: November 23rd, 1pm to 7pm
Address: 100 Haiyang Xi Lu, Pudong
WISStival
Come and enjoy a fabulous family day at the festive winter market at WISS. Enjoy holiday food, an arts and crafts area, and homemade baked goods. You can even take a photo with Santa, visit Rudolph’s Warehouse and much more…
Date: November 24th, 11am to 2:30pm
Address: 55 Lianmin Lu, by Huqingping Highway
SCIS Winter Carnival
The second annual SCIS Winter Carnival will partner with Community Shanghai Center and their Christmas Bazaar to bring a fun day filled with activities for families, delicious food, shopping and entertainment.
Date: November 24th
Address: 100 Haiyang Xi Lu, Pudong
BISS Puxi Christmas Fair
This year BISS Puxi will hold their annual Christmas Fair on December 1st, with a lot of activities that will put you in the Christmas mood. From Christmas gifts to kid's games and activities, mocktail bar and an adult bar, it is sure to have a little something for everyone.
Dates: Saturday, December 1st; 11am to 3pm
Address: 111 Jinguang Lu, Huacao Town, Minhang
Price: RMB 30
Dulwich Winter Fair
With an array of fun and activities for the whole family, the Dulwich Winter Fair includes musical performances with carols, rock bands and dancing. There are also games, vendor stalls for shopping and food, and many activities for both young and old. This is a fundraising event for the school community with the funds going towards college services and supporting valuable Friends of Dulwich events and charity partners.
Dates: Saturday, December 1st; 10am to 4pm
Address: 266 Lan'an Lu, by Mingyue Lu
Price: Free Admission
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