Cardiff's Christmas Market has officially opened for 2022 filling the Welsh capital with the sound of Christmas music, the smell of amazing Christmas treats and the general feel of Christmas. Cardiff is known for having a great festive market where shoppers are spoilt for choice.
However, the huge layout of the market may feel a little overwhelming for some and we have created this handy guide so you know exactly what's happening at Cardiff Christmas Market 2022. You can keep up to date with the latest What's On news by signing up to the newsletter here.
From the opening times, to where to grab food, to what stalls you can enjoy here is everything you need to know about Cardiff Christmas Market 2022.
When is the Cardiff Christmas Market 2022 open?
Cardiff Christmas Market is open every day until Friday, December 23. From Monday to Saturday the market is open from 10am to 6pm and on Sundays the market is open from 10am to 5pm.
Are there food stalls?
Yes! There are plenty of food stalls to enjoy at Cardiff Christmas Market, from delicious pancakes to German sausages to roast dinners.
For our full guide to eating out at Cardiff Christmas Market, click here, to find out all the food and drink stalls available and their prices.
What stalls are there?
Ackermando-Wooden children's toys together with hoodies and t-shirts using their own designs.
KelZo Jewellery-Handmade polymer clay jewellery
Reflective Images-Black and white prints of bygone towns and villages in Wales
CJB Art-Original pencil drawings of characters from film and tv, musicians and sports people, prints and cards
Angharad Banks-A wide range of textiles for the home, including cushions, table runners, placemats, aprons and tea cosies
Field Bar Wine-Fruit wines, flavoured rum and gins
Ye Green Men-Fused glass, decorations, jewellery and household items
Naomi Rae Designs- Sterling silver jewellery incorporating copper and enamel
Glasswork Design-Fused and stained glass. Leather bags and belts.
The Boozie Brownie Co-Delicious brownies, blondies and cupcakes
Bespoke Pet Portraits by Sarah-Original watercolours, pet portraits, cards, coasters, trinket boxes, key rings and magnets all decorated with her own artwork
Elena Conti Designs-A range of pure cashmere and lambswool hats and accessories made from rescued jumpers
NOA Jewellery-Jewellery made with ceramics, wood, silver, aluminium, brass and stainless steel
Claire's Hand-painted Glass- Hand-painted glasses, vases, tealights and photo frames
Jewel Personalities-Hand made jewellery and resin homeware11 to 20 Nov and 5 to 21 Dec
Jormae Pourri-Dried fruit decorations, wreaths, oils and candles
Sarah ButonChocolates- Delicious handmade chocolates and luxury fudge
Beacons Creative Wales- Scented candles, soaps and skincare
New Pastures Home-Scented candles and original artwork for the home
Welsh Connection-Welsh themed ceramics and homeware
Caws Cenarth Cheese-A wide selection of their own hand-made cheese
Tangled Web-Silver, copper and enamelled jewellery and unique ironwork
Hestia Scents-Melts and candles
Babi Bw Ltd-A range of organic baby wear
Cotswolds Drinks Co-Toffee vodka
Artisan Jewellery Designs-Sterling silver chainmaille jewellery, pendants, bookmarks, keyrings, beaded necklaces and gemstone bracelets
Beehive Candles-Handmade candles, diffusers and wax melts
Chapel View Crafts-Polymer clay jewellery, planner charms, sewing accessories and Christmas gifts
Cushions Galore and more-Textiles including cushions, aprons, peg bags, reversible and drawstring bags
Cambrian Design-Woollen blankets, scarves, ties, hats, purses, dog coats, socks and sheep-themed products
AR & ML Daniels-Vintage Welsh blankets and tapestries made into cushions, baby blankets and vintage teaware
Rhian Davie Illustration-Art prints, tote bags, notebooks, framed prints and cards
Crane Jewellery-Hand made eco silver and recycled brass jewellery
Purple Shoots- A rolling programme of artists and craftspeople
Nutty But Nice-Hot roasted nuts
Tiny Shop of Stitches-Scrunchies, keychains, headbands, dog bandanas and baby bibs
Sian Davies-Ceramics, textiles with ceramic elements, ceramic jewellery, coasters, picture tiles and button badges
etoeto-Bags, pouches and purses made from upcycled materials inc bike innertubes
Joon Silver-Silver jewellery
Barafundle-Personalised stories for children on a multi-adaptor USB stick
Jane Beebe Glass-Quirky glass and wire Christmas decorations and mirrors
Ivys Melts-Wax melts, candles, reed diffusers, car diffusers and room sprays
Clash Art-Artwork, prints, artwork on skateboards and glass chopping boards
Il Giardino D'Indiprete-Handmade products for the home and garden including metalwork
Craft Maker-Upcycled denim jackets and notebooks
A Little Cup of Scent-Vintage teacup candles
Kittiwake Enamels-Enamel jewellery and enamel artwork framed with Welsh slate
Celtic Seren-Pewter work: lovespoons, clocks and figurines and lots more
Gossain Blurs-Abstract acrylic art together with some jewellery using her artwork
Rachel Hannah Art-Canvas acrylic artwork, prints and calendars
Gray Glass-Handmade fused glass panels, curved glass and Christmas decorations
Jesse Alexander-Handmade jewellery using resin and flowers. Hand-finished electroplated leaves in copper
Wick + Wonder-Candles, wax melts and reed diffusers
The Unique Cushion Co-Scatter cushions, knitwear, aprons, bunting, bags and dog bandanas
Draigenwaith Pottery Studio-Ceramics - thrown and sculptural
The Crafty Badgers-Unique badge based framed art collages
The Great British Cheese Co-Cheese, also in hampers and jute bags
Dillygoggs-Handmade personalised items engraved in wood with some slate
Wild Shack-Bird boxes, tables, feeders and hedgehog houses
Mary Howard-George Pottery-Handthrown porcelain tableware
Seaforth Designs-Cushions and tableware with own designs
SJ Designs-Original artwork, prints, cards and labels
Just Clayin'-Polymer clay jewellery, coasters, bookmarks, framed clay and sterling silver jewellery
Gweni-Soy candles, reed diffusers and wax melts
Fun & Funky Stuff-Wooden boxes, pencil boxes, coasters, signs, Christmas trees, wooden bunting and Christmas crates
David Jenkins Woodturner-A wide selection of wood-turned work
Louise Jones Art-Original artwork and prints
Snowdonia Natural Slate Products-A wide selection of slate products
Bees Delight- Natural products, moisturising cream, lip balm, lotion bars, tattoo revival balm, pet paw balm
Bee Welsh Honey Company-Welsh honey and bees wax products
Landscape Photography-Landscape photography, pictures, canvases and calendars
Jenny Lambert Art-Original artwork and prints
Mark Lewis Photography-Mounted landscapes and wildlife photographic prints
Pure Soy Meltables-Handmade candles, wax melts and reed diffusers
Leri May-Embroidered gifts for babies, weddings and special occasions
Llanmead Crafts-Wooden fretwork and wood-turned gifts
The Melted Cheese Company-Raclette cheese with new potatoes, baguettes, garlic bread and cheese nachos
Lisas Luxury Cheesecakes-Cheesecakes, brownies, cookies and cupcakes
Crefft Annwn-Laser cutting, wood carving, resin and vinyl work and needle felting
Woodlark-Bug hotels, bird feeders and bee fairy lodges
Eleri Haf Designs-Cards, prints, notepads, tote bags, coasters, wrapping paper and calendars
Welsh Coast Pebble Craft-Pebble art with driftwood. Photography and pocket mirrors
Minot Crepes-French crepes and savoury galettes
Karma Glow by Ela-Hand poured candles and wax melts
Tea by the Sea-Handcrafted fruit and herbal tea blends. Loose leaf blends.
Ewemoo-All things animal from footrests to bunting and much much more
Uneek Workshop-Original wooden products; bowls, vases, candle sticks, picture frames, signs and wooden hearts
Christmas Time-Knitted, sewn and beaded Christmas decorations, novelties and gifts
Milltir Sgwar Cyf-Hand poured candles and wax melts
Malcolm Murphy Artist-Original artwork, prints and cards
Condessa Welsh Liqueurs-A wide selection of liqueurs, poteen and aged Celtic whiskey
Dan Paints Cardiff-Original artwork, prints, cards, postcards and calendars
Afal-Y-Graig Cider & Perry-Cider, perry and applesecco
Jalimali Events-Hats, bags, scarves, clothing and knitwear are all made by hand by their co-operative in Nepal
Lesley Jane Jewellery-Enamel, copper and silver jewellery
Reloved Designs by Dawn-Upcycled dungarees, pinafores, jackets and trousers
My Little Pests-Children's jewellery and hair accessories
Danzii Jewellery-A selection of jewellery
Cai Priestley Photography-Photographic prints, calendars and canvases
Tamlyn Ceramics-Ceramic Pendants, earrings, coasters and Christmas decorations
Liquorice-Felted soap, brooches, bags, glasses/phone cases. Framed felted dolls and ewes
Caru Spirts Ltd-Ginger brandy liqueur
Y Felin Cyf-Welsh bookshop supporting local Welsh writers and Welsh cards
Tigerclub Prints-Nursery and children's prints and cards. Printed cushion covers and wooden magnetic hanger frames
Severn Cider-Ciders, Perry, mulled cider and chilli apple jelly
Chock Shop-Mouth watering chocolate brownies smothered in hot chocolate sauce
Hot Welshcakes by Mum and Me-Delicious hot welshcakes and Welsh buttered Bara Brith
Celtic Country Wines-Fruit wines and liqueurs and gift hampers. Mulled wine by the glass - it is delicious!
Made by Mad Cows-Welsh slate coasters, crochet work, metal plaques and glassware with images
From the Olive Tree-Handmade olive wood carvings
Fruits of the Forage-Jams, chutneys, marmalades, pickles, sauces, cordials and fruit liqueurs
Vision 21 Cyfle Cymru-Handmade wooden Christmas Trees, reindeer, planters, ceramics, fused glass and cards
Feathered Oak-Concrete homeware and candles
Bluebell Peak Designs-Wooden fretwork, lamps, mats, coasters and jewellery using the wooden offcuts
Richkins Woodcraft & Richkins Handmade-Wooden work and textiles
Lightboxing-Handmade sequinned baubles
Sole Trader-Artwork, pottery, cards and ceramic jewellery
Neon Pink Squid Ink-Digital artwork, cards, notebooks. Hoodies and t-shirts with artwork
Herbs on the Hill-A wide range of soaps, incense, massage oils and creams
Tycwrdd Crafts-Freehand pyrography, hand-painted fairy doors, laser cut hearts
The Crafty Piglet-Crochet work. Blankets, throws, hats, scarves. Framed lino prints, wooden Christmas decorations
Nook Candles-Candles and cards
Coinwear- Old British and foreign coins made in a variety of gifts including cuff links, pendants and earrings
Woodland Trust Working4Wildlife-Charity information and membership
Designer Florist-Handmade flowers, flower candles, clay ornaments and spa soap
Castell Apothecary-Candles, reed diffusers and handmade scented fire starters. A selection of bath gift sets
Meltz-Wax melts, bars, carpet and cash fresheners
Roccos-Dog collars, tags, luggage straps, woolly hats and scarves. Doggie knits and chokers.
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