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Sugarplum Christmas Market 2026

Step into Sugarplum Christmas Market, a dreamy wonderland sweets, rich chocolates, fluffy cakes, and colorful candy crafted to spark joy in every bite and sweeten every celebration for sweet souls.

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Sugarplum Christmas Market 2026

Join us at the beautiful Derby Market Hall on Saturday 5th December 2026 from 10am – 5pm for the Sugarplum Christmas Sweet Treat Market — a magical celebration of all things sweet, indulgent, and handmade. Wander through a delicious collection of pop-up stalls filled with artisan chocolates, freshly baked cakes, gourmet brownies, colourful candy creations, cookies, fudge, pastries, sweet gifts, and irresistible desserts from talented local makers and bakers.

Whether you’re searching for luxury treats, unique gifts, family-friendly fun, or simply the perfect excuse to indulge your sweet tooth, Sugarplum Market promises a warm and welcoming atmosphere bursting with flavour, creativity, and charm. Discover handcrafted goodies, seasonal specials, dessert-inspired drinks, and beautifully presented confectionery while supporting independent businesses from across the region.

Throughout the day, enjoy themed entertainment designed to bring even more magic to the market experience. Expect live performances, interactive activities, music, photo opportunities, and sweet-inspired surprises for visitors of all ages, creating a fun-filled atmosphere from opening to close.

Perfect for families, food lovers, friends, and anyone with a passion for sweet treats, this one-day event brings together the very best in cakes, chocolate, sweets, and artisan baking under one historic roof. Come along, explore the stalls, meet the makers, and enjoy a day packed with sugar-coated magic in the heart of Derby.

ALL NECESSARY PAPERWORK FOR ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH, INCLUDING ALLERGEN INFORMATION, PUBLIC LIABILITY INSURANCE AND ANY NECESSARY FOOD HYGEINE CERTIFICATION MUST BE PRESENTED & BE AVAILABLE TO SHOW ON THE DAY OF THE EVENT.

Sugarplum Christmas Market 2026

Terms and Conditions

Timings:

Tuesday - Wednesday : Can arrive from 8:00 a.m. Finish at 3 pm, out by 4 pm.

Thursday - Saturday : Can arrive from 8:00a.m . Finish 5 pm / Optional training window after 5:00 p.m

Sunday - Can arrive from 10:00 a.m. Finish at 6 pm, out by 7 pm.

Overview:

  • You will have access to the free public Wi-Fi network in the Market Hall.
  • Permitted access to the loading dock (subject to allocated time windows provided, which will be organised in advance of day).
  • Photography, videography & audio recording may take place.
  • Trader will supply public liability insurance and/ or employer liability.
  • All products, displays, signage and promotional materials must be suitable for general audience.
  • Any explicit or sensitive content must be declared in advance and not openly displayed.
  • We have the right to restrict or remove any content deemed inappropriate; this includes political, religious, and sexual content.
  • Traders must comply with all instructions issued by Derby Market Hall.
  • Food hygiene certification if applicable, with a minimum grade rating of 3. This applies for any necessary alcohol licences.
  • No tenant may sell:
  • Drugs / Pharmaceuticals
  • Offensive weapons, for example flick knives
  • Self-defence sprays, for example pepper spray and CS gas
  • Live animals
  • Vapes and tobacco products
  • Indecent and obscene materials, such as books, magazines, films and DVDs.
  • You may not sell any food product unless:
  • You are a registered food business & permission by us has been granted
  • Adhere to the environmental health rules as per regulations.
  • No trader may wholly change their product offer without written permission from the Market Hall Team and a revised permitted uses letter.
  • Lockable storage on your unit will be supplied but left unattended at your own risk.
  • Bringing physical copies of certificates & insurances to your stall during trading hours.
  • On-Site Parking is not provided.
  • Smoking, vaping or consumption of your own alcohol is not permitted on site.
  • Trader is expected to comply with the prohibited items list provided before they arrive on site.
  • Permitted to use wastage facilities on site, but unit must be returned as found, clean & tidy.
  • No permanent fixtures & fittings may be applied to your unit without prior written consent by the Market Hall management.
  • Two chairs per unit will be provided, personal chairs are not permitted.
  • Should you require additional seating or resources, please email [email protected] ahead of your visit, subject to a first-come, first-served basis.
  • Stalls must always remain manned, failure to comply with this could result in closure of your unit.
  • Stallholders must be setup by the time of Market opening & remain trading until the agreed end of your trading day.
  • No personal music or sound systems are allowed at any time.
  • Haulage trollies for stock cannot be guaranteed.
  • It is not the duty of Market Hall team or other traders to assist you with the load in, setup or take down of your equipment.
  • Hand washing facilities are not provided.
  • Stall items must all be displayed upon your barrow, no flooring stands, items or signage may be placed around your stall.
  • Traders & their team will be expected to comply with all fire, safety & security information given to them by Market Hall staff.
  • Stallholders with multi-day rentals, must ensure their stock is locked away in their barrow each night, and is left at traders’ risk.
  • Timings set by the Market Hall for getting in with stock & packing down must be prompt. The Market Hall will be closed to all traders 1 hour after trading concludes.
  • Stalls are allocated by market hall staff ahead of time, you may not choose your own stall. If you have a preference on stall let us know ahead of time and we can do our best.
  • If locking your pop up barrow overnight, you must return keys the next day.
  • When making payment please use Market Hall as the reference with your business name.