Find the best holiday events in Rushden with our comprehensive guide. Whether you're rediscovering Rushden or seeing it for the first time, this guide maximizes your holiday enjoyment.
One highlight of the festive season is the Rushden Christmas Lights Switch On, which illuminates the town with enchanting displays and a warm community spirit. Additionally, Christmas at Wicksteed Park boasts beautifully decorated rides and festive attractions, creating a magical experience for visitors of all ages. And the Christmas at Wicksteed Park is something you definitely don’t want to miss for its family-friendly activities and cheerful atmosphere. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Rushden
- Rushden Christmas Lights Switch On
- Christmas at Wicksteed Park (Kettering)
- Christmas at Wicksteed Park (Kettering)
- Christmas Arts & Crafts Fair at Rushden Lakes
- Christmas Arts & Crafts Fair at Rushden Lakes
- Victorian Christmas at Rockingham Castle (Rockingham)
- Victorian Christmas at Rockingham Castle (Rockingham)
- Beer & Music Festival
- Halloween Afternoon Tea
- Christmas Dinners and Buffets
See these and even more events listed below!
Rushden Holiday Light Displays
Rushden Christmas Lights Switch On
What to Expect:
Interactive Santa's Grotto and live performances by the World-Famous Titan the Robot.
Description:
Join Rushden Town Council for a festive evening filled with entertainment, food stalls, and a special guest performance by the World-Famous Titan the Robot. Meet Santa at the Santa's Grotto and enjoy delicious treats from local traders.
Where: Rushden | More Info: Rushden Christmas Lights Switch On
Rushden Holiday Markets and Shopping
Christmas Arts & Crafts Fair at Rushden Lakes
What to Expect:
Showcase of local artisans and handmade crafts.
Description:
Meet local exhibitors in Northamptonshire and browse a variety of handmade artwork and crafts at the Christmas Arts & Crafts Fair at Rushden Lakes. The event offers low-cost activities for children to keep them entertained.
Where: Rushden | More Info: Christmas Arts & Crafts Fair at Rushden Lakes
Christmas Arts & Crafts Fair at Rushden Lakes
What to Expect:
Unique handmade and local artwork on display.
Description:
Meet local exhibitors from Northamptonshire at the Christmas Arts & Crafts Fair at Rushden Lakes. Browse the retail offer and local artwork, and enjoy low-cost crafts for the little ones.
Where: Rushden | More Info: Christmas Arts & Crafts Fair at Rushden Lakes
Rushden Other Holiday Activities
Christmas at Wicksteed Park
What to Expect:
Seasonal festivities with festive lights and decorations.
Description:
Wicksteed Park transforms into a vibrant holiday destination with festive lights, decorations, and seasonal activities, offering a delightful experience for all ages.
Where: Kettering | More Info: Christmas at Wicksteed Park
Victorian Christmas at Rockingham Castle
What to Expect:
Immersive Victorian-era Christmas celebration with period costumes and candlelit trees.
Description:
Step back in time to Christmas Eve 1849 at Rockingham Castle, where candlelit trees, roaring fires, and period costumes create a warm and charming atmosphere. Guided tours led by knowledgeable guides dressed as Housekeepers, Butlers, Governesses, or Footmen offer fascinating insights into Victorian-era Christmas preparations.
Where: Rockingham | More Info: Victorian Christmas at Rockingham Castle
Halloween Afternoon Tea
What to Expect:
Ghoulish afternoon tea in a vintage buffet carriage.
Description:
Treat yourself to a ghoulish Afternoon Tea in our stationary 1930s Gresley Buffet Carriage. Enjoy a delightful spread while surrounded by the eerie atmosphere of Halloween. Please remember to mention any dietary requirements when booking.
Where: Rushden | More Info: Halloween Afternoon Tea
Beer & Music Festival
What to Expect:
Live music and a variety of beers on the historic station platform.
Description:
The Beer & Music Festival at Rushden Historical Transport Society features a great selection of beers and live music on the station platform.
Where: Rushden | More Info: Beer & Music Festival
Model Weekend
What to Expect:
Interactive model railway exhibits with live train rides and reptile displays.
Description:
Join us at Rushden Railway Station and Goods Shed for our annual Model Weekend, featuring a selection of models including running model railways, Lego displays, boats, and cars. Lawries Mechanical Marvels will showcase their mechanical marvels, and ARIA Northampton will bring a variety of reptiles for a free visit. The Buffet Carriage will be open with sandwiches, cakes, tea, and coffee. Limited site parking is available, and we recommend using town centre car parks.
Where: Rushden | More Info: Model Weekend
Cream Tea on Pacer Train
What to Expect:
Unique train ride experience with traditional cream tea.
Description:
Take a ride on a diesel pacer train and indulge in a delicious handmade scone with jam and cream, accompanied by a cup of tea or coffee.
Where: Rushden | More Info: Cream Tea on Pacer Train
Christmas at Wicksteed Park
What to Expect:
Seasonal festivities with rides and entertainment.
Description:
Wicksteed Park offers a festive atmosphere with various activities and attractions, including rides, entertainment, and seasonal events.
Where: Kettering | More Info: Christmas at Wicksteed Park
Victorian Christmas at Rockingham Castle
What to Expect:
Immersive Victorian-era Christmas celebration with period costumes and guided tours.
Description:
Step back in time to Christmas Eve 1849 at Rockingham Castle, where candlelit trees, roaring fires, and period costumes create a warm and charming atmosphere. Guided tours led by knowledgeable guides dressed as Housekeepers, Butlers, Governesses, or Footmen offer fascinating insights into Victorian Christmas preparations.
Where: Rockingham | More Info: Victorian Christmas at Rockingham Castle
Christmas Dinners and Buffets
What to Expect:
Traditional British Christmas fare in a vintage railway carriage.
Description:
Savor a delightful Christmas Afternoon Tea in the historic Gresley Buffet Carriage, featuring fresh seasonal sandwiches, homemade scones, festive cakes, and savory treats.
Where: Rushden | More Info: Christmas Dinners and Buffets
Armistice Day
What to Expect:
Tribute to fallen soldiers with a parade and service.
Description:
Armistice Day is a solemn event honoring the end of World War I, commemorating the sacrifices of soldiers and civilians.
Where: Rushden | More Info: Armistice Day
Festive Fun in Nearby Cities!
Discover Holiday events in hundreds of cities worldwide. Check out these nearby locations for more festive fun!
- Wellingborough (4 miles)
- Kettering (9 miles)
- Bedford (12 miles)
- Northampton (12 miles)
- Corby (15 miles)
- Saint Neots (15 miles)
- Huntingdon (18 miles)
- Milton Keynes (18 miles)
- Ampthill (19 miles)
- Market Harborough (19 miles)
- Bletchley (21 miles)
- Daventry (24 miles)
- Peterborough (25 miles)
- Stamford (25 miles)
- Leighton Buzzard (26 miles)
- Letchworth Garden City (27 miles)
- Hitchin (27 miles)
- Dunstable (28 miles)
- Rugby (29 miles)
- Wigston Magna (29 miles)
- Luton (29 miles)
- Oadby (30 miles)
- Cambridge (31 miles)
- Stevenage (32 miles)
- Leicester (33 miles)
- Aylesbury (34 miles)
- March (34 miles)
- Harpenden (34 miles)
- Melton Mowbray (35 miles)
- Banbury (35 miles)
- Bicester (36 miles)
- Berkhamsted (37 miles)
- Hinckley (37 miles)
- Hemel Hempstead (38 miles)
- Welwyn Garden City (38 miles)
- Royal Leamington Spa (39 miles)
- Bedworth (39 miles)
- St Albans (39 miles)
- Spalding (39 miles)
- Coventry (39 miles)
- Hatfield (40 miles)
- Nuneaton (40 miles)
- Hertford (41 miles)
- Chesham (41 miles)
- Wisbech (41 miles)
- Loughborough (41 miles)
- Warwick (41 miles)
- Kenilworth (42 miles)
- Newmarket (43 miles)
- Amersham (43 miles)
- Grantham (43 miles)
- Bishops Stortford (43 miles)
- Coalville (44 miles)
- Hoddesdon (44 miles)
- Watford (45 miles)
- Potters Bar (45 miles)