Welcome to the perfect holiday guide for Grantham! Find all the top festive events and attractions right here. From Grantham natives to holiday tourists, this guide is your key to the city's festive season.
One highlight during this magical time is the enchanting Christmas at Belton, where visitors can stroll through stunning gardens adorned with twinkling lights and experience seasonal festivities. In addition, Hardwick Hall Elizabethan Christmas offers a unique peek into history, with its grand decorations and historical activities that transport guests back in time. And the Twinlakes Park Magical Winter Wonderland is something you definitely don't want to miss, featuring thrilling rides and festive entertainment for the whole family. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Grantham
- Christmas at Belton
- Wheelgate Park Ride and Light Trail (Newark)
- Twinlakes Park Magical Winter Wonderland (Melton Mowbray)
- Hardwick Hall Elizabethan Christmas (Chesterfield)
- Movies and Memories: It's A Wonderful Life (Nottingham)
- Christmas Sparkle with NJO (Beeston, Nottingham)
- Santa's Grotto at Rufford Abbey (Ollerton)
- Rufford Abbey's Mini Christmas Market (Ollerton)
- Leicester Fireworks Festival (Whetstone)
- Idlewells Shopping Centre Christmas Market (Sutton in Ashfield)
See these and even more events listed below!
Grantham Holiday Light Displays
Christmas at Belton
What to Expect:
Illuminated trail with new lights and festive food vendors.
Description:
Christmas at Belton features an illuminated trail with new lights, colour-changing neon string flowers, and festive food vendors. Explore the estate under the stars with seasonal snacks and drinks.
Where: Grantham | More Info: Christmas at Belton
Wheelgate Park Ride and Light Trail
What to Expect:
Interactive light displays and themed rides in a festive setting.
Description:
At Wheelgate Park, immerse yourself in stunning light displays and themed rides that create a fairytale atmosphere with twinkling bulbs. Visit Santa's Grotto and explore the fun Toy Workshop for a complete winter adventure. Enjoy fabulous festive menus and drinks in cozy indoor areas and huge play zones.
Where: Newark | More Info: Wheelgate Park Ride and Light Trail
Grantham Holiday Markets and Shopping
Rufford Abbey's Mini Christmas Market
What to Expect:
Traditional market with local crafts and refreshments.
Description:
Rufford Abbey's Mini Christmas Market offers a delightful array of seasonal goods and treats, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere for all to enjoy.
Where: Ollerton | More Info: Rufford Abbey's Mini Christmas Market
Idlewells Shopping Centre Christmas Market
What to Expect:
Local school children selling handmade festive items.
Description:
At Idlewells Shopping Centre, join local schools Priestsic Primary and Dalestorth Primary for their Christmas Market. Members of each school's council, parents, and volunteers will sell festive items made by the children, including Christmas joke books, sweet bags, and handmade cards.
Where: Sutton in Ashfield | More Info: Idlewells Shopping Centre Christmas Market
Grantham Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Festive Afternoon Tea at Rufford Mill
What to Expect:
Elegant afternoon tea in a historic setting.
Description:
Indulge in a delightful afternoon tea experience at Rufford Mill, featuring an exquisite selection of teas and delectable treats in a charming setting.
Where: Ollerton | More Info: Festive Afternoon Tea at Rufford Mill
Christmas Concert at Bonington Theatre
What to Expect:
World-class orchestral performance with festive classics.
Description:
Celebrate the holiday season with André Rieu’s dazzling Christmas Concert, Gold and Silver, exclusively in cinemas. This event embodies the festive spirit of Christmas, bringing joy, warmth, and sparkle to the big screen. André Rieu will be joined on stage by his beloved Johann Strauss Orchestra, along with special guest artists and the young and talented Emma Kok.
Where: Arnold, Nottingham | More Info: Christmas Concert at Bonington Theatre
Christmas Sparkle with NJO
What to Expect:
Big band music with guest vocalist Jeanie Barton.
Description:
Join Jeanie Barton and the Nottingham Jazz Orchestra for a night of Christmas Sparkle at the Royal British Legion Beeston. Enjoy big band music and festive fun with guest vocalist Jeanie Barton.
Where: Beeston, Nottingham | More Info: Christmas Sparkle with NJO
Movies and Memories: It's A Wonderful Life
What to Expect:
Live radio broadcast adaptation of a classic Christmas film.
Description:
This theatrical adaptation of 'It's a Wonderful Life' brings the 1946 Christmas classic to life as a live radio broadcast, exploring the movie's journey from Hollywood failure to feel-good success.
Where: Nottingham | More Info: Movies and Memories: It's A Wonderful Life
Grantham Other Holiday Activities
Bonfire Night at The Italian Greyhound
What to Expect:
Vibrant fireworks display
Description:
Bonfire Night at The Italian Greyhound features a spectacular display of fireworks, adding a vibrant and dynamic element to the evening.
Where: Grantham | More Info: Bonfire Night at The Italian Greyhound
Santa's Grotto at Rufford Abbey
What to Expect:
Special gift for each child.
Description:
Visit Santa's Grotto at Rufford Abbey Country Park, where children can meet Santa and receive a special gift. Time slots are available between 9:15 AM and 4:00 PM on select dates in November and December. Two adults can accompany each child at no extra cost. Seating and warm refreshments, including sausage and bacon cobs, are available to enhance the experience.
Where: Ollerton | More Info: Santa's Grotto at Rufford Abbey
Hardwick Hall Elizabethan Christmas
What to Expect:
Lantern-lit tour of a 400-year-old mansion with interactive displays.
Description:
Explore the historic Hardwick Hall during the Elizabethan Christmas, featuring handmade decorations, lantern tours, and interactive displays. Enjoy mulled wine in the gardens and festive family fun with the mischievous Lord of Misrule.
Where: Chesterfield | More Info: Hardwick Hall Elizabethan Christmas
Twinlakes Park Magical Winter Wonderland
What to Expect:
Interactive holiday activities with Santa and real reindeer.
Description:
Twinlakes Park transforms into a vibrant holiday destination with gingerbread decorating, Christmas hunts, and real reindeer. Enjoy festive entertainment, workshops, and awe-inspiring light displays in a 125,000 sq ft heated indoor area featuring the UK's largest indoor play center. Meet Santa in his cozy log cabin and explore the park's twinkling lights and illuminated displays.
Where: Melton Mowbray | More Info: Twinlakes Park Magical Winter Wonderland
Leicester Fireworks Festival
What to Expect:
Dazzling fireworks display with live entertainment.
Description:
Join us at Whetstone Juniors Football Club for a spectacular night of dazzling lights and booming fireworks. Bring your family and friends for a memorable evening of fun and excitement.
Where: Whetstone | More Info: Leicester Fireworks Festival
Festive Fun in Nearby Cities!
Discover Holiday events in hundreds of cities worldwide. Check out these nearby locations for more festive fun!
- Newark on Trent (13 miles)
- Melton Mowbray (14 miles)
- Stamford (19 miles)
- West Bridgford (20 miles)
- Arnold (21 miles)
- Nottingham (21 miles)
- Spalding (22 miles)
- Lincoln (22 miles)
- Hucknall (25 miles)
- Loughborough (25 miles)
- Boston (26 miles)
- Long Eaton (26 miles)
- Mansfield (28 miles)
- Leicester (28 miles)
- Oadby (28 miles)
- Ilkeston (28 miles)
- Kirkby in Ashfield (28 miles)
- Peterborough (29 miles)
- Corby (29 miles)
- Wigston Magna (30 miles)
- Sutton in Ashfield (30 miles)
- Heanor (30 miles)
- Retford (31 miles)
- Market Harborough (32 miles)
- Ripley (33 miles)
- Gainsborough (33 miles)
- Coalville (33 miles)
- Alfreton (33 miles)
- Worksop (34 miles)
- Derby (35 miles)
- Kettering (36 miles)
- Belper (36 miles)
- Wisbech (38 miles)
- Staveley (38 miles)
- Swadlincote (39 miles)
- March (39 miles)
- Chesterfield (40 miles)
- Hinckley (40 miles)
- Wellingborough (42 miles)
- Burton upon Trent (42 miles)
- Rushden (43 miles)
- Nuneaton (44 miles)
- Skegness (44 miles)
- Dronfield (44 miles)
- Huntingdon (44 miles)
- King's Lynn (45 miles)