# Cambria Christmas Market 2026

> Cambria Christmas Market in Cambria, California: Nov 27 to Dec 31, 2026. Hours, closed days, admission and where it is, checked against the organizer.

Source: https://bestchristmasmarketsusa.com/markets/cambria/

Cambria, [California](https://bestchristmasmarketsusa.com/states/california/)

Friday, November 27 to Thursday, December 31, 2026

| Dates | Friday, November 27 to Thursday, December 31, 2026 |
| --- | --- |
| Days Closed | Open days within these dates not yet published |
| Hours | Open nights: **5 pm to 9 pm** |
| Where | The grounds of Cambria Pines Lodge, on the hill above the village 2905 Burton Dr, Cambria, CA 93428 [Directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=35.5587,-121.0801) |
| Admission | Tickets are sold only through the market's own website; parking is paid at the venue or free at a shuttle lot |
| Parking | VIP parking at Cambria Pines Lodge ($65) or Cambria Nursery ($50), or a free shuttle lot. |
| Organizer | Cambria Christmas Market (Audience Media Group). [Official website](https://www.cambriachristmasmarket.com/) |

## Checked Against the Source

These dates and hours come from the organizer's own website, not from another guide.

- [Cambria Christmas Market](https://www.cambriachristmasmarket.com/), checked November 4, 2026

Outdoor markets can close early for weather. On the day, check the [official website](https://www.cambriachristmasmarket.com/). Something out of date? [Let us know](https://bestchristmasmarketsusa.com/contact/).

## Cambria Christmas Market: Quick Answers

### When does Cambria Christmas Market open in 2026?

Its 2026 run is November 27 to December 31, 2026, but the organizer has not said yet which days within it the market opens.

### What are Cambria Christmas Market's hours?

Open nights 5 pm to 9 pm.

### Where is Cambria Christmas Market?

The grounds of Cambria Pines Lodge, on the hill above the village, in Cambria, California. The address is 2905 Burton Dr, Cambria, CA 93428.

### Is Cambria Christmas Market free, or do you need a ticket?

You need a ticket. Tickets are sold only through the market's own website; parking is paid at the venue or free at a shuttle lot.

## About Cambria Christmas Market

An evening, ticketed Christmas event in the gardens of Cambria Pines Lodge on California's Central Coast, with about three million lights, a German-inspired artisan market, a train ride, fire pits and Santa. Hotel and ticket packages sell out early on peak nights.

## Where Is Cambria Christmas Market?

The grounds of Cambria Pines Lodge, on the hill above the village, 2905 Burton Dr, Cambria, CA 93428. The other dots are nearby markets.

## Getting There, Parking and More

### Parking

There is no general parking at the event: the lot at Cambria Pines Lodge is kept for hotel guests and paid VIP parking. Both VIP options must be bought online with your tickets and usually sell out. Everyone else parks free at a shuttle lot. Shuttle lots open at 4:30 pm, the first shuttle arrives at 4:45 pm, the last one to the event leaves the lots at 8:15 pm, and the last one back leaves the event at 9:15 pm. Strollers are allowed on the shuttles; pets are not.

| Parking | Address | Price |
| --- | --- | --- |
| VIP parking at Cambria Pines Lodge | 2905 Burton Dr, steps from the entrance | $65 (October 2026) |
| VIP parking at Cambria Nursery | A short walk from the event | $50 (October 2026) |
| Shuttle lot | East Village, 4005 Burton Dr | Free |
| Shuttle lot | Coast Union High School, 2950 Santa Rosa Creek Rd | Free |

Source: [Cambria Christmas Market](https://www.cambriachristmasmarket.com/parking), checked October 28, 2026.

### Accessibility

A limited number of ADA spaces are kept at Cambria Pines Lodge, first come, first served, and every parking location has ADA shuttles. The organizer calls the lodge VIP lot the best choice for people with limited mobility or small children. Strollers can go on the shuttles. Most of the light displays and market are outdoors and uncovered; the Biergarten and amphitheater are covered.

Source: [Cambria Christmas Market](https://www.cambriachristmasmarket.com/parking), [page 2](https://www.cambriachristmasmarket.com/faqs), checked October 28, 2026.

### Quiet Times to Visit

The organizer recommends a weeknight to avoid the crowds, and says rainy nights usually draw smaller crowds. The event runs rain or shine; it sells ponchos and suggests an umbrella.

Source: [Cambria Christmas Market](https://www.cambriachristmasmarket.com/faqs), checked October 28, 2026.

### Hotels Near Cambria Christmas Market

Cambria Pines Lodge sits on the hill above the village, and some overnight packages include event tickets and parking or a shuttle. The East Village, along Burton Drive and Main Street, is the closest part of town and holds one of the free shuttle lots. Moonstone Beach and the West Village are farther, so plan on the shuttle rather than the walk.

## Questions People Ask

**Can I buy Cambria Christmas Market tickets at the door?**

No. Tickets are sold only on the market's own website; if a date is not listed there it is sold out, and no tickets are sold at the door.

**Where do I park for the Cambria Christmas Market?**

Use one of the free shuttle lots, at 4005 Burton Dr in the East Village or at Coast Union High School, 2950 Santa Rosa Creek Rd. Shuttles start at 4:45 pm. VIP parking at the lodge ($65) or Cambria Nursery ($50) must be bought online with tickets (prices as of October 2026).

**Is the Cambria Christmas Market open in the rain?**

Yes, it is open rain or shine. Most of it is outdoors and uncovered, but the Biergarten and amphitheater are covered.

**Can I get a refund or change my date?**

No. The organizer says tickets are non-refundable and good only for the date printed on them.

**Can I bring my dog?**

Pets are not allowed on the shuttles from the parking lots.

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