Christmas Markets in Lebanon
Holiday Shopping and Festive Cheer Across Coastal and Mountain Towns
Lebanon’s Christmas markets open in early December and most run until 6th January. The three most visited are Batroun Capitale de Noël on the northern coast, the market around the Byblos Christmas tree and Beirut’s downtown market in Martyrs’s Square.
When do Lebanon’s Christmas markets open in 2026?
Most Lebanon Christmas markets open in the first week of December. The renowned Batroun Capitale de Noël generally runs from 5 December through 6 January, operating Wednesday to Sunday. The spectacular Byblos Christmas tree traditionally opens with a grand lighting ceremony in the Roman Valley around 8 December, accompanied by a Christmas market that remains open through 6 January.
Which Christmas markets should I visit in Beirut?
For guests staying in the capital, the markets at the Beirut Souks and the Waterfront are essential visits. These vibrant hubs feature everything from high-end local fashion to international food courts and live entertainment, making them perfect for finding bespoke artisanal gifts.
What is Batroun Capitale de Noël?
Batroun Capitale de Noël is Lebanon’s best-known Christmas festival. The old town and the streets around its historic fishing port fill with lights, stalls selling handmade gifts and tastings from local wineries. The Batroun Christmas Village is celebrated for its local wines, handmade goods and vibrant street atmosphere around the historic fishing ports.
What’s special about Christmas in Byblos?
Each December, its giant Christmas tree becomes the centrepiece of a market in the old souks, a short walk from the Crusader castle. Byblos lies north of Beirut, just south of Batroun.
How do you get to the Batroun and Byblos Christmas markets?
Traffic during the festive season can be heavy. We highly recommend utilising our hotel transportation services. Our professional chauffeurs can drive you directly to the entrances of the Batroun and Byblos markets, wait while you shop and ensure a comfortable, stress-free return journey.
Where can you relax after a day at the Christmas markets?
A crisp winter evening of market-hopping calls for some relaxation. Upon your return, visit our Kempinski the Spa for a wellness retreat, with warming seasonal treatments to soothe your senses, or warm up with artisan hot beverages in our elegant lobby lounge.
Where should you stay for Christmas in Lebanon?
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