French Christmas market · 2026
Hendaye Christmas Market
Planning a festive trip to Hendaye? Find the dates, location and official information you need before you travel.
In brief
Two festive days bring together makers, seasonal treats, music, carriage rides, shows and children’s workshops, with Olentzero and Father Christmas.
2026 dates: 5 – 6 December 2026. Opening dates: 5 December 2026; 6 December 2026. Location: 1 rue des Halles, 64700 Hendaye, Pyrénées-Atlantiques, France. 5 December from 2 pm to 8 pm and 6 December 2026 from 10 am to 7 pm at Halles de Gaztelu.
Plan your visit
Plan your visit
2026
Useful travel tips
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Check the organiser’s website shortly before travelling to Hendaye, as opening hours and individual activities may change.
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For a weekend visit, compare rail access and parking before choosing accommodation in Nouvelle-Aquitaine.
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Allow extra time when the programme is spread across several squares or opening periods.
What we have checked
Confirmed dates are clearly marked. If the organiser has not released the 2026 programme yet, we say so rather than recycling last year’s dates.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
When is Hendaye Christmas Market in 2026?
The confirmed overall period is from 5 December to 6 December 2026. Any separate opening periods are shown on this page.
Where does the event take place?
The event is held in Hendaye, in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region of France. Use the official source for the latest access details.
Where can I check last-minute changes?
Use the official organiser or tourism link shown on this page before setting off.