Free Food and Drink Samples at Tesco Christmas Markets 2026

Tesco’s touring Christmas Markets offer free entry, festive food and drink tastings, and ideas for seasonal celebrations. Check the official store locator for the event at your nearest participating supermarket. Listed December stops include Waltham Abbey on 1 December and Seaton on 18 December 2026. Advertised hours are 11.30am–7pm Monday to Saturday and 11.30am–4pm on Sundays, although Sunday hours can vary locally. This listing covers the sampling event, not the separate photo competition.

Only participating stores on their listed event dates. Check the official locator and local store before setting off. Samples and product selection are subject to availability; no particular brand, quantity or full-size product is guaranteed. Ask staff about ingredients and allergens. Age restrictions apply to alcoholic samples. Travel and any shopping are not included. The last verified listed event is Seaton on 18 December 2026, with advertised closing time 7pm.

Free Food and Drink Samples at Tesco Christmas Markets 2026 is due to end on 18th December 2026. Free samples can finish sooner if stock runs out, so it's best not to wait. If you find it has ended early, please leave a comment below so we can update the page for everyone else.

Click the Claim Freebie button and we'll take you straight to the offer, which opens in a new tab. Follow the instructions there; some freebies ask you to fill in a form or sign up first.

It's worth reading the terms before you claim, as they cover who is eligible, delivery, and anything else you need to know.