Birmingham Christmas Market: Things to Do in Birmingham This Christmas
Christmas is getting closer, and Birmingham is preparing to come alive with festive lights, shopping, seasonal attractions and plenty of family fun.
If you’re searching for Christmas things to do in Birmingham, why not turn your visit to THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride at Birmingham Moor Street into a full festive day out?
From exploring the Birmingham Christmas Market to Christmas shopping and ice skating, there’s plenty to enjoy before or after your journey.
Visit Birmingham Christmas Market 2026
Birmingham’s Frankfurt Christmas Market returns from 5 November to 24 December 2026, bringing traditional stalls, festive food, gifts and Christmas atmosphere to Victoria Square and New Street.
A visit to the Birmingham Christmas Market is a great addition to your family day out, particularly if you’re already travelling into the city for THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride.
And while you’re exploring the market, keep an eye out for us, you may spot our adverts inside!
Experience THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride at Birmingham Moor Street
Make your Christmas day in Birmingham even more special by stepping aboard THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride.
With your Golden Ticket in hand, settle in and watch the much-loved Christmas story come to life around you.
Enjoy delicious hot chocolate and a chocolate cookie served on board, join in with the festive entertainment and meet familiar characters along the way, including a very special visit from Santa Claus himself.
For children, it’s the excitement of becoming part of a favourite Christmas story. For parents and grandparents, it’s a chance to enjoy those precious reactions and make memories together.
If you’re looking for family Christmas activities in Birmingham, make sure your Golden Tickets are booked.
More Christmas Things to Do in Birmingham
There are plenty of ways to make a full day of your visit.
Go Christmas shopping: Birmingham Moor Street is right beside the Bullring area, making it easy to tick a few presents off the list before your journey.
Go ice skating: Ice Skate Birmingham returns to Centenary Square for Christmas 2026, alongside Birmingham’s Big Wheel.
Explore Cathedral Square: Discover independent traders, gifts, food and drink in the festive surroundings of Birmingham Cathedral.
You could start with some Christmas shopping, step aboard THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride, then finish your day wandering through the Birmingham Christmas Market as the city lights up for the evening.
Make Birmingham Part of Your Christmas
Whether you’re planning a special day with the children, treating the grandchildren or bringing the whole family together, Birmingham has plenty to offer this festive season.
Combine the Birmingham Christmas Market, shopping and seasonal attractions with the magic of THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride at Birmingham Moor Street for a Christmas day out to remember.
Christmas is getting closer and some departure times are already selling out, so don’t leave your plans too late.
