The famous Kirkcaldy Links Market will return for 2025 with thousands of people expected to visit.
Europe’s longest street fair, which dates back more than 700 years, opens on Wednesday – featuring a range of fairground rides and stalls.
With excitement building ahead of the event, run by the Scottish branch of the Showmen’s Guild, we have all you need to know to make the most of your visit.
Where is Kirkcaldy Links Market 2025 taking place?
The market stretches almost a mile along the Esplanade – running from the Nicol Street junction right up to Pratt Street adjacent to Morrisons supermarket.
What are the Kirkcaldy Links Market opening times?
The market runs from Wednesday April 16 until Monday April 21.
The opening hours are:
- Wednesday April 16: 2pm-10.30pm
- Thursday April 17: 1pm-10.30pm
- Friday April 18: 1pm-11pm
- Saturday April 19: 1pm-11pm
- Sunday April 20: 1pm-9pm
- Monday April 21: 1pm-10pm
How much does Kirkcaldy Links Market cost?
There is no entry fee for Kirkcaldy Links Market.
Rides and attractions are paid for individually.
What rides are at Kirkcaldy Links Market?
The event boasts more than 30 adult rides and more than 100 children’s rides and attractions.
One of the main attractions this year is Matrix – hailed as “Scotland’s ultimate thrill ride”.
Other big-ticket rides include Techno Power and Top Spin.
Also making its way to Kirkcaldy Links Market is the ghost train from McKays Funfairs.
Thrill seekers will also be spoilt for choice with no less than five waltzers, including Starchaser and Fairground Attraction.
There will also be plenty of stalls and a wide selection of food on sale.
What road closures are in place?
Kirkcaldy Esplanade, from Charlotte Street to Morrisons, will shut from 1pm on Saturday April 12 until 4pm on Wednesday April 23.
An alternative route is via Charlotte Street, Volunteers Green,
Nicol Street, Abbotshall Road, Pratt Street, and Bridge Street.
There will also be ‘no waiting at any time’ restrictions along Links Street daily between noon and 11.30pm from Wednesday April 16 until Monday April 21.
What parking is available at Kirkcaldy Links Market?
The multi-storey car park on the Esplanade offers ample parking, and there are several smaller car parks further along the Esplanade.
Drivers are being warned to be aware of parking restrictions applying across neighbouring streets, including Links Street, Gas Wynd, Hendry’s Wynd, Heggies Wynd, and Fergus Wynd.
A temporary extension to the taxi rank on High Street will also operate from Saturday April 12 until Wednesday April 23.
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