Burnley Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Burnley and surrounding areas
Burnley embraces Christmas 2025 with twinkling lights and lively holiday activities that bring the town to life around Turf Moor and the Weavers’ triangle. From family festive markets to seasonal tours, there are plenty of things to do for every age. Don’t miss Bier Keller Night at Turf Moor, the Burnley Believes...And So Do We! Light Switch-On and the Winter Wonderland at Burnley College for parades, live entertainment and cozy seasonal experiences.
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Christmas Parties
29 eventsLive music and dining with Boogie Street band
Christmas Markets
17 eventsImmersive Father Christmas farm headquarters experience
Christmas Shows
9 eventsAuthentic Queen tribute show with live energy
Christmas Lights
8 eventsSpectacular fire art installations and Christmas lights switch-on.
Other Christmas Activities
35 eventsMagical Santa encounter with immersive winter scenes
Editor's Picks (6)
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Ignite Fire Festival and Rochdale Christmas Lights Switch-on
(Rochdale)
Spectacular fire art installations and Christmas lights switch-on.
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East Lancashire Railway Santa Specials
(Bury)
Magical steam train journey with Santa Claus
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The Grotto at Trafford Centre
(Manchester)
Magical Santa encounter with immersive winter scenes
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Ribble Steam Railway Santa Specials 2025
(Preston)
Father Christmas visits each child on a steam train.
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Christmas at the Farm
(Blackburn)
Immersive Father Christmas farm headquarters experience
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Burnley Believes...And So Do We! Light Switch-On
Community light switch-on with lantern parade and live local talent.
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Burnley Christmas FAQ
The Burnley Christmas lights switch-on and lantern parade are major highlights, along with festive markets and community celebrations in the town centre.
Burnley’s lantern parade and community-led light switch-on are special traditions, often featuring local performers and creative workshops.
The town centre is the main hub for festive lights, but many residential areas also decorate their streets with seasonal displays.
Christmas markets are usually held in the town centre, and local makers often appear at craft fairs or community events throughout Burnley.
The Christmas lights switch-on, lantern parade, and many local markets are free to enjoy, offering festive fun for all ages.
Families can enjoy the lights switch-on, lantern parade, festive markets, and activities like face painting and craft stalls during the holiday season.