It's holiday time, Leeds! Use our guide to find all the best seasonal activities. Whether you're deeply connected to Leeds or just making connections, our guide enhances your seasonal joy.
One of the highlights of the holiday season is The Christmas Experience at Lotherton, where enchanting festive displays await visitors in a beautiful rural setting. Ice Cube at Christmas adds a dash of excitement with its outdoor ice skating rink and winter attractions for all ages. And the Little Bird Christmas Artisan Market is something you definitely don’t want to miss, featuring unique handcrafted gifts and festive food. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Leeds
- The Christmas Experience - Lotherton
- Little Bird Christmas Artisan Market
- Ice Cube at Christmas
- Kirkgate Market Christmas
- Harewood House Artisan Winter Market
- Artsmix Market
- Christmas Gigs and Parties
- Festive Theatre - Northern Ballet’s A Christmas Carol
- Christmas Carols and Services at Leeds Minster
- Stockeld Park Christmas Adventure (Wetherby)
See these and even more events listed below!
Leeds Holiday Markets and Shopping
Little Bird Christmas Artisan Market
What to Expect:
Unique gifts from local makers in a stunning outdoor setting.
Description:
Explore over 130 local makers, crafters, and producers showcasing unique gifts and seasonal items in Harewood's beautifully decorated grounds.
Where: Leeds | More Info: Little Bird Christmas Artisan Market
Kirkgate Market Christmas
What to Expect:
Traditional market with a wide range of international cuisines and unique gifts.
Description:
Kirkgate Market Christmas offers a diverse array of fresh food, unique gifts, and seasonal items from local and international traders, creating a vibrant shopping and dining experience.
Where: Leeds | More Info: Kirkgate Market Christmas
Artsmix Market
What to Expect:
Original handmade goods by local artists and designers.
Description:
Artsmix Market in Leeds City Centre offers a unique shopping experience with over 20 stalls featuring original arts, crafts, produce, and creative food from local traders.
Where: Leeds | More Info: Artsmix Market
Harewood House Artisan Winter Market
What to Expect:
Unique gifts from local makers in a historic setting.
Description:
Over 130 local makers, crafters, and producers showcase their unique gifts and creations in Harewood House's North Park Walk, offering a perfect opportunity to find special items for the holiday season.
Where: Leeds | More Info: Harewood House Artisan Winter Market
Leeds Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Festive Theatre - Northern Ballet’s A Christmas Carol
What to Expect:
World-class ballet performance with elaborate sets and costumes.
Description:
Northern Ballet’s A Christmas Carol is a captivating dance performance that reimagines Dickens' timeless tale through dance, music, and storytelling, transporting audiences to Victorian England and leaving hearts aglow.
Where: Leeds | More Info: Festive Theatre - Northern Ballet’s A Christmas Carol
Christmas Carols and Services at Leeds Minster
What to Expect:
Annual family carol concerts with a charity appeal.
Description:
Celebrate Christmas with the annual family carol concerts at Leeds Minster, featuring the Rothwell Temperance Band and Leeds Philharmonic Chorus. The event includes a collection for the Lord Mayor's Charity Appeal.
Where: Leeds | More Info: Christmas Carols and Services at Leeds Minster
Stockeld Park Christmas Adventure
What to Expect:
Interactive Santa's Grotto with a magical dome experience.
Description:
Stockeld Park's Christmas Adventure offers a variety of activities including ice skating, Santa's Grotto, and Winter Illuminations. The event features an outdoor ice skating rink, a magical dome experience at Santa's Grotto, and a dazzling light show in the Enchanted Forest. The Snowflake Maze and Grinchilocks Christmas Panto add to the festive atmosphere.
Where: Wetherby | More Info: Stockeld Park Christmas Adventure
Leeds Other Holiday Activities
The Christmas Experience - Lotherton
What to Expect:
Interactive holiday activities and festive decorations.
Description:
Lotherton Hall transforms into a holiday destination with beautifully decorated halls, interactive installations, and festive traditions. Explore the grounds and gardens, visit Santa's North Pole, and engage in craft activities in the Elf Village. Meet Mrs. Claus and enjoy weekend magic shows.
Where: Leeds | More Info: The Christmas Experience - Lotherton
Ice Cube at Christmas
What to Expect:
Outdoor ice rink with accessible skating sessions.
Description:
Ice Cube at Christmas features an outdoor ice rink, Christmas market stalls, and a festive funfair with rides and attractions like the Starflyer and Golden Gallopers carousel.
Where: Leeds | More Info: Ice Cube at Christmas
Christmas Gigs and Parties
What to Expect:
Interactive festive activities with Santa and Mrs. Claus.
Description:
Explore Lotherton's beautifully decorated Hall and enchanting grounds, featuring twinkling light displays and interactive installations. Enhance your visit with crafts in the Elf Village, Mrs. Claus' tales, and weekend magic shows. Meet Santa and his elves for a memorable experience.
Where: Leeds | More Info: Christmas Gigs and Parties
The Santa Express
What to Expect:
Interactive Santa experience with a relaxed sensory option for children with special needs.
Description:
Embark on a festive journey aboard the Santa Express, featuring a return steam train ride to meet Father Christmas, a Christmas Elf show, and complimentary treats.
Where: Huddersfield | More Info: The Santa Express
Piglets Adventure Farm - Santa’s Woodland Village
What to Expect:
Interactive animal activities and seasonal events.
Description:
Piglets Adventure Farm offers a fun-filled family day out in the Yorkshire countryside with adventurous play, animal encounters, and special events like the Pumpkin Festival and Magical Sleigh Rides.
Where: Leeds | More Info: Piglets Adventure Farm - Santa’s Woodland Village
Festive Fun in Nearby Cities!
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- Pudsey (5 miles)
- Lofthouse (5 miles)
- Batley (7 miles)
- Yeadon (7 miles)
- Dewsbury (8 miles)
- Wakefield (8 miles)
- Ossett (8 miles)
- Bradford (8 miles)
- Cleckheaton (8 miles)
- Guiseley (9 miles)
- Castleford (9 miles)
- Shipley (9 miles)
- Brighouse (12 miles)
- Pontefract (12 miles)
- Bingley (12 miles)
- Harrogate (13 miles)
- Halifax (14 miles)
- Huddersfield (14 miles)
- Keighley (15 miles)
- Barnsley (17 miles)
- Selby (20 miles)
- York (22 miles)
- Chapeltown (23 miles)
- Bentley (24 miles)
- Doncaster (25 miles)
- Colne (26 miles)
- Rotherham (26 miles)
- Nelson (27 miles)
- Rochdale (28 miles)
- Burnley (28 miles)
- Burngreave (28 miles)
- Goole (28 miles)
- Royton (28 miles)
- Sheffield (29 miles)
- Oldham (29 miles)
- Glossop (29 miles)
- Stalybridge (30 miles)
- Rossendale (31 miles)
- Rawtenstall (31 miles)
- Heywood (31 miles)
- Ashton-under-Lyne (31 miles)
- Middleton (32 miles)
- High Peak (32 miles)
- Hyde (32 miles)
- Failsworth (32 miles)
- Droylsden (33 miles)
- Denton (33 miles)
- Accrington (33 miles)
- Bury (34 miles)
- Dronfield (34 miles)
- Prestwich (35 miles)
- Whitefield (35 miles)
- Manchester (36 miles)
- Radcliffe (36 miles)
- Stockport (37 miles)
- Salford (37 miles)
- Staveley (37 miles)
- Darwen (38 miles)
- Chesterfield (38 miles)
- Blackburn (38 miles)
- Worksop (38 miles)
- Eccles (39 miles)
- Farnworth (39 miles)
- Bolton (39 miles)
- Cheadle Hulme (39 miles)
- Bramhall (39 miles)
- Scunthorpe (40 miles)
- Stretford (40 miles)
- Walkden (40 miles)
- Buxton (40 miles)
- Urmston (41 miles)
- Sale (41 miles)
- Retford (41 miles)
- Tyldesley (42 miles)
- Wilmslow (43 miles)
- Gainsborough (43 miles)
- Atherton (43 miles)
- Altrincham (43 miles)
- Westhoughton (43 miles)
- Macclesfield (44 miles)
- Chorley (45 miles)
- Leigh (45 miles)