The city's celebrations will be centred around Lemon Quay, hosting Truro Christmas Market daily from Saturday 21st November to Thursday 24th December. Visitors can explore traditional wooden cabins offering local crafts, seasonal food, and unique gifts from Cornish makers.
Boscawen Street Christmas Markets will also take place every Wednesday and Saturday between 21st November and 23rd December, featuring around 40 local traders, live music, street food, and seasonal treats under festoon lights.
New for 2026, a Grinch-themed City Centre Trail is planned for families. Details are expected soon. A highlight will be the Father Christmas Parade on Wednesday 2nd December, marking the start of Truro’s Late Night Shopping evenings, which will run every Wednesday until 23rd December, with many retailers open until 9pm.
Families can also enjoy a Christmas experience with Father Christmas at Cornwall Museum & Art Gallery from Saturday 12th December, featuring festive storytelling and a chance to meet Father Christmas.
The festive period will conclude with two free fireworks displays on New Year's Eve, Thursday 31st December, at 7:30pm and midnight, best viewed from Lemon Quay.
Free parking is available after 4pm daily in Edward Street and Moresk Car Parks. Travel to Truro is facilitated by GWR and two Park & Ride sites. Visit Truro, managed by Truro City Council, is leading the destination marketing for the Christmas events.
