Welcome to Newark Royal Market, the home to so many fantastic events and markets.
Events and Markets
A fabulous array of events are planned for 2026!
Sunday 23rd August - Band Performance - Newark Market Place
Shirebrook Miner’s Welfare Band
Another fabulous local brass band. Definitely worth the visit.
Saturday 29th August - Monday 31st August - Newark Festival - Newark Market Place
A fabulous array of local performers, bands and entertainment for three days, culminating in the Brass Explosion!
Newark Town Band, Newark and Sherwood Concert Band, Newstead Brass and Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue Concert Band join together to perform on Monday 31st August.
Saturday 29th - Monday 31st August - The Hustle
Monday 31st August - Newark Festival and Brass Explosion - Newark Market Place
Saturday 5th September - Tea Dance - Newark Town Hall Ballroom
The Mayor of Newark, Cllr Lynn Roulstone, invites you to her Afternoon Tea Dance. Join her for a sparkling afternoon of music, dancing, delicious food and bubbles!
All proceeds will be donated to the Mayor’s chosen charities. Tickets £25.
Sunday 13th September - Battle of Britain Event- Newark Market Place
Civic event
Saturday 3rd October - Artisan Plus Pop Up Market - In the Buttermarket
Our popular artisan, craft and makers markets returns.
Saturday 3rd October - Festival of Creativity - Newark Town Hall Museum
Creative activities
Saturday 10th October - AA Record Fairs- In the Buttermarket
For all things vinyl. The incredibly popular AA Records Fairs are visiting Newark with their collection of quality new and collectable records.
Saturday 10th October - World Mental Health Day - Newark Market Place
Activities to support good mental health
Friday 30th October - Saturday 31st October - Halloween Event - Newark Market Place
Activities organised by We are Newark
Saturday 7th November - Artisan Plus Pop Up Market - In the Buttermarket
Our popular artisan, craft and makers markets returns.
Sunday 8th November - Remembrance Parade - Newark Royal Market
Civic event
Saturday 28th November - Artisan Plus Pop Up Market - In the Buttermarket
Our popular artisan, craft and makers markets returns.
Sunday 29th November - Artisan Plus Pop Up Market - In the Buttermarket
Our popular artisan, craft and makers markets returns.
Sunday 29th November - Christmas Light Switch On - TBC
TBC
Saturday 12th December - AA Record Fairs- In the Buttermarket
For all things vinyl. The incredibly popular AA Records Fairs are visiting Newark with their collection of quality new and collectable records.
Newark Market
Newark has proudly held a market in the town market place since the 12th century and was the first town in England to hold a market on a Wednesday. The market place itself is one of the most attractive market places in the UK containing many historic and heritage rich buildings.
The weekly markets are held on:
- Monday (except Bank Holidays) – pre-loved and collectors market
- Wednesday – general retail market
- Thursday – pre-loved and collectors market
- Friday – general retail market
- Saturday – general retail market
Regular stall holders include fruit and vegetables, cut flowers and plants, clothes, leather goods, bread and cakes, fresh fish, pet foods, crafts, meat, fabrics, watches and watch batteries/repairs, books and carpets.
Normal trading times are from 09.00 until 15.00.
Special or seasonal markets are also held throughout the year.
If you are interested in trading please contact :
Anna Lawson – Deputy Town Clerk on 01636 684806
Email:
Or you can contact the team via the Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/newarkroyalmarket
If you would like to book a stall on our market, please see below for prices, details and forms.
Information and Forms
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