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Leeds Christmas Markets

City Square, Millenium Square, Bond Court and Albion Place

Friday 21 November – Sunday 21 December

Explore more than 60 festive stalls selling unique gifts, crafts and delicious treats from all over the world!  There will also be two themed bars – the Windmill Bar and the Ranch – providing plenty of festive cheer.  Little Bird will also return with their artisan markets, featuring lots of local artists and makers on Bond Court, and ArtsMix Market will bring unique arts and crafts to Albion Place.

Learn more about Christmas Markets in Leeds.

Aladdin: The Rock ‘n’ Roll Panto

City Varieties Music Hall

Friday 28 November – Sunday 11 January

Building on the roaring success of past hits like Jack & the Beanstalk, Red Riding Hood and Dick Whittington, Leeds is offering another ‘Grade-A panto’ (according to the Yorkshire Times).  And this year it’s not your average Christmas pantomime – this is a Rock ‘n’ Roll Pantomime!  This take on the story of Aladdin is the perfect blend of laugh-out-loud audience participation, hilarious cheesy jokes, and a high-energy jukebox bursting with iconic rock anthems and chart-smashing hits.

Book tickets for The Rock ‘n’ Roll Panto.

Winter Wonderlands at Historic Houses

Lotherton Hall, Temple Newsam, Harewood House and more

Sunday 2 November – Sunday 4 January

Be transported to a winter wonderland with a visit to one of Leeds’ many magical historic houses, all decked out in their festive finest for you to enjoy.  At Lotherton’s Christmas Experience, explore the beautifully decorated hall with its enchanting grounds and gardens, and visit Father Christmas.  Over at Temple Newsam – where there are more than 50 uniquely decorated Christmas trees! – Santa and Mrs. Claus will both be waiting to greet you, and you can enjoy a hearty meal (or just a cuppa) at the tearooms before joining in with festive crafts, activities and even dress-up for the full Christmas experience.  And at Harewood House there’s more magic in the air, with a glittering invitation to Harewood’s Grand Ball!  Check dates and pricing for each individual event before you go, as each historic house has its own festive offering.

More information about historic houses, estates and parks in Leeds.

Northern Lights Leeds

Temple Newsam

Friday 21 November – Wednesday 31 December

Leeds is welcoming back an illuminating festive attraction this year: the immersive Northern Lights Leeds at Temple Newsam.  Held amongst the historic house’s heritage gardens and picturesque woodlands, this Northern Lights experience will take visitors on a jaw-dropping journey through a spectrum of illuminations peppered with unique musical compositions.  The full illuminated walk is about a mile long, and the trail includes up to 14 distinct zones featuring interactive elements and immersive soundtracks that combine to create an otherworldly sensory experience.  There will also be a magical Christmas village, serving a wide range of festive fare!

Book tickets for Northern Lights Leeds online.