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Christmas Events
Every day throughout November and December you will find great Christmas events taking place to really get you in the festive spirit.
From the traditional to the contemporary, classical to modern, there is so much going on.
The festivities start with the switch on of the Christmas lights in towns across the district during November.
However, for many The Messiah signals the true start of Christmas, and Handel’s masterpiece can be enjoyed in the atmospheric setting of The Royal Hall in Harrogate, as well as the other towns across the area.
With Christmas tree festivals, late night shopping and candlelit carol cervices in spectacular surroundings both ancient and modern to enjoy, the excitement and anticipation continues to grow.
Traditional family fun can be always be had with Harrogate Theatre’s annual Christmas pantomime, a guaranteed crowdpleaser jam packed with jokes and of course all the usual audience participation – ‘oh yes there will!’.
Alternatively you can enjoy something completely different with an entertaining and informative look at what life was like at Christmas for the less fortunate in the Victorian Workhouse at Ripon.
There are a number of ‘hands on’ arts and crafts workshops where you can make your own garlands, decorations, and floral displays - and if you want to shake the cobwebs away and enjoy the crisp December air there are pilgrimages, enchanted forests and winter trails to explore, Tug of War across the River Nidd, or the opportunity to show off your ice skating skills at Stockeld Park.
The Christmas events around Harrogate offer the perfect way to get in the festive spirit and make the preparations for Christmas enjoyable for all the family.
The festivities draw to a close with traditional gatherings in market squares across the region to see in another year, and the Knaresborough Duck Race on New Year’s Day.
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Stockeld Park: Christmas Adventure
Type
Christmas
Wetherby
Stockeld Park - where magic is made & adventures begin.... Nestled within ancient woodland, Stockeld Park hosts its Adventure Seasons from Halloween through to Christmas. We have a real outdoor ice skating rink, an Enchanted Forest filled with interactive sculptures and playgrounds, a huge…
Venue
Dates
- From:
- 1 Nov 2019 To 7 Jan 2020
Harrogate Christmas Market
Type
Fete / Fair
Harrogate
Putting a distinctly Yorkshire stamp on the traditional Christmas market experience the Harrogate Christmas Market has a strong focus on regionally made products, bringing the best of home-made and fairly traded Christmas goods to the heart of Harrogate for 4 days of festive cheer, absolutely free…
Dates
- From:
- 14 Nov 2019 To 17 Nov 2019
Alice in Winterland
Type
Christmas
Ripon
Discover a fantastical new seasonal adventure at Lightwater Valley this Christmas with the enchanting Alice in Winterland.
Illuminated by the hundreds of magical lantern displays, this Christmas, Lightwater Valley will be home to Alice, the Mad Hatter, the Cheshire Cat, Tweedle Dee and Tweedle…
Dates
- From:
- 22 Nov 2019 To 30 Dec 2019
Christmas Gift and Food Fair
Type
Fete / Fair
Ripon
Saturday 23 November 2019
Save the date to join us for the best Christmas Fair in Yorkshire, in the fantastic setting of Ripon Cathedral. With over 100 stalls offering unique gifts and food, helping you find the perfect gift and support local, independent businesses at Christmas.
Still just £3…
Dates
- From:
- 23 Nov 2019 To 23 Nov 2019
Henshaws Handmade Christmas Workshops
Type
Christmas
Knaresborough
Join a Henshaws Handmade Christmas workshop and enjoy a few hours of relaxed crafting. This year we are offering a range of festive workshops including wreath making, wooden reindeer or tree decorations.
All workshops take place in the relaxed setting of our welcoming Arts & Crafts Centre in…
Dates
- From:
- 24 Nov 2019 To 24 Nov 2019
Storytime with Father Christmas - rewashed! at Beningbrough Hall
Type
Family Event
Boroughbridge
Father Christmas has been on many travels and he needs to do his washing so he's visiting the Victorian laundry at Beningbrough during weekends on the build up to Christmas. He's a very busy man getting ready for Christmas Eve but you're invited to book some time with him.
What to expect As a…
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Dates
- From:
- 30 Nov 2019 To 22 Dec 2019
Champion Day, Christmas for Children and Adults with Additional Needs
Type
Christmas
Knaresborough
Mother Shipton’s will be hosting a Champion Day on 30th November for children and adults who would prefer a quieter, more relaxed visit to Santa with no bright lights or loud noises.
Santa is flying here to see you! Let the twinkling lights draw you into the wonder of Mother Shipton’s magical…
Dates
- From:
- 30 Nov 2019 To 30 Nov 2019
Christmas at Mother Shipton's
Type
Christmas
Knaresborough
Santa is flying here to see you! Let the twinkling lights draw you into the wonder of Mother Shipton’s magical memory-making Christmas experience.
The excitement begins with Santa’s jolly elves giving each child their own festive activity pack. Adults can enjoy a complimentary glass of mulled…
Dates
- From:
- 1 Dec 2019 To 24 Dec 2019
Festive Lunch
Type
Christmas
Harrogate
Available throughout December why not get your friends, family or collegues together.
For bookings of 10 or more and for only £14pp this includes a 2 course luncheon, coffee & mini mince pies.
If you'd like to book or to find out more information then visit our…
Dates
- From:
- 1 Dec 2019 To 22 Dec 2019
Festive Dining at Rudding Park
Type
Christmas
Harrogate
Get together with friends, family and colleagues to celebrate the party season with a choice of Festive lunch and dinner at Clocktower, Festive Afternoon Tea in the conservatory or dinner and dancing at Rudding House. For full details visit https://www.ruddingpark.co.uk/christmas/the-run-up/
Dates
- From:
- 2 Dec 2019 To 23 Dec 2019
Party Nights at Rudding Park
Type
Christmas
Harrogate
Get together with friends, family and colleagues to celebrate the party season with dinner and dancing at Rudding House.
Dates
- From:
- 4 Dec 2019 To 5 Dec 2019
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- 18 Dec 2019 To 19 Dec 2019
Christmas wreath making at Brimham Rocks
Type
Traditional
Pateley Bridge
Join us on 6, 7 & 8 December to use natural evergreens and seasonal foliage to create a wonderful wreath for your front door.
Guidance and help is on hand to help you create your own stunning Christmas wreath using natural materials and seasonal foliage. This also includes creating your own…
Venue
Dates
- From:
- 6 Dec 2019 To 8 Dec 2019
- From:
- 6 Dec 2019 To 8 Dec 2019
Black Tie Ball at Rudding House
Type
Christmas
Harrogate
A glamorous evening at Rudding House with dinner and dancing to Chris Hilton's Little Big Band.
For full details visit https://www.ruddingpark.co.uk/media/7307/black-tie-ball.pdfDates
- From:
- 7 Dec 2019 To 8 Dec 2019
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- 20 Dec 2019 To 21 Dec 2019
Knaresborough Christmas Market
Type
Christmas
Knaresborough
Knaresborough market square and the surrounding streets and courtyards overflow with festive delights and christmas cheer for the first weekend in December.
Visit our traditional Yorkshire Christmas Market for a feast to greet the senses, Fine local food and drink stalls, lovely handmade…
Dates
- From:
- 7 Dec 2019 To 8 Dec 2019
On the hoof
Type
Traditional
Ripon
Trot along to St Mary's Church to watch the wild deer munching through their winter feed. Can you spot the difference between the Red, Sika and Fallow deer? Our deer ranger will give you some pointers and you'll learn about their job managing the wild herd. Meet outside St Mary’s Church in the deer…
Dates
- From:
- 7 Dec 2019 To 7 Dec 2019
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- 8 Dec 2019 To 8 Dec 2019
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- 14 Dec 2019 To 14 Dec 2019
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- 15 Dec 2019 To 15 Dec 2019
Carols by Candlelight
Type
Traditional
Ripon
As Christmas fast approaches it’s time for our annual family carol service. Pick up a candle on your way in and see the flickering glow of nearly 1,000 candles light up the abbey cellarium. Grab a mulled wine or a hot chocolate and have a sing-a-long to all your favourite traditional carols. It's…
Dates
- From:
- 8 Dec 2019 To 8 Dec 2019
- From:
- 15 Dec 2019 To 15 Dec 2019
Festive Food & Flicks
Type
Christmas
Harrogate
The perfect way to celebrate with a three course dinner at Clocktower followed by a film screening in the 14 seat private cinema. For full details and film schedule visit https://www.ruddingpark.co.uk/media/7313/festive-food-flicks.pdf
Dates
- From:
- 9 Dec 2019 To 19 Dec 2019
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Henshaws Carols by Candlelight
Type
Charity
Harrogate
Henshaws annual carol concert is coming to St Wilfrid's Church in Harrogate on Wednesday 11th December, with a number of fantastic performers including Henshaws Arts & Crafts Centre band "The Hotspots", Soprano Elizabeth Frankland, New York Brass Band and more. There will be mince pies, mulled wine…
Dates
- From:
- 11 Dec 2019 To 11 Dec 2019
Christmas Late Night Shopping in Pateley Bridge
Type
Christmas
Pateley Bridge
Late night shopping in Pateley Bridge will have a vibrant Christmas spirit with Carol Singing and refreshements along the High Street and Beyond.
Dates
- From:
- 14 Dec 2019 To 14 Dec 2019
Family Festive Lunch at Rudding House
Type
Christmas
Harrogate
A relaxed family buffet lunch at Rudding House with Christmas activities to entertain the children. For full details visit https://www.ruddingpark.co.uk/media/7310/family-festive-buffet-lunch.pdf
Dates
- From:
- 15 Dec 2019 To 15 Dec 2019
- From:
- 22 Dec 2019 To 22 Dec 2019
Christmas Eve at Rudding Park
Type
Christmas
Harrogate
Relax the evening before Christmas with a three course dinner at Clocktower followed by a traditional carol service at Rudding Park chapel or enjoy contemporary fine dining at Horto Restaurant or a formal evening at Rudding House with jazz on arrival. For details visit https://www.ruddingpark.co…
Dates
- From:
- 24 Dec 2019 To 24 Dec 2019
Boxing Day Pilgrimage
Type
Traditional
Ripon
The service begins in Ripon Cathedral at 9.30am and the pilgrimage makes its way to the abbey where the service continues from approx. 12 noon.
On a cold day in 1132, thirteen monks walked from Ripon to a completely deserted valley by the River Skell. There they started their own community…
Dates
- From:
- 26 Dec 2019 To 26 Dec 2019
Midwinter storytelling at Brimham Rocks
Type
Traditional
Pateley Bridge
Looking for something a bit different this Christmas? Create a new tradition at Brimham Rocks and experience a midwinter storytelling event celebrating myths and folklore inspired by the season and the magical landscape of the rocks. Join storyteller Noel Watkins on 28 & 29 December for 40 minutes…
Venue
Dates
- From:
- 28 Dec 2019 To 29 Dec 2019
- From:
- 28 Dec 2019 To 29 Dec 2019
Knaresborough Duck Race
Type
Competition / Game
Knaresborough
Around 5000 plastic ducks will be dropped from High Bridge in Knaresborough, and then make their way downstream to the finish line outside Marigold's Cafe. The first duck to the finishing line wins £100! Tickets are on sale now for £1. Also there is a corporate ticket option, £25 per ticket with…
Dates
- From:
- 1 Jan 2020 To 1 Jan 2020
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