Carlisle Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Carlisle and surrounding areas
Carlisle welcomes Winter 2025 with Holiday lights across the city centre and a range of holiday activities at the Castle and surrounding parks. Seasonal events include markets, parades and family attractions that celebrate local traditions and winter cheer. Enjoy Father Christmas on the Farm, Christmas Jumper Raceday and Kielder Winter Wonderland for festive events, parades and plenty of things to do during the season.
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Christmas Lights
11 eventsCommunity-driven Christmas lights switch-on with fireworks and Santa cruises.
Christmas Markets
10 eventsAnnual Christmas Fair with parade, markets, and lights switch-on.
Christmas Parties
6 eventsLake District's hottest New Year's Eve party destination.
Other Christmas Activities
15 eventsFestive Beatrix Potter-themed holiday events and activities.
Editor's Picks (6)
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BAHA Bowness New Year's Eve Party 2025
(Bowness on Windermere)
Lake District's hottest New Year's Eve party destination.
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Ambleside Community Christmas Lights & Fireworks
(Ambleside)
Community-driven Christmas lights switch-on with fireworks and Santa cruises.
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Kendal Christmas Light Switch On
(Kendal)
Kendal's official Christmas light switch-on ceremony.
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Lake District New Year Break at The Cumbria Grand Hotel
(Grange-over-Sands)
Luxury New Year's Eve gala dinner with live party band
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Kirkby Lonsdale Christmas Fair
(Kirkby Lonsdale)
Annual Christmas Fair with parade, markets, and lights switch-on.
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Father Christmas at Raby Castle
(Darlington)
Interactive Christmas performance with Father Christmas in a historic castle hall.
This Week / Coming Up (6)
Christmas Shows Near Carlisle
Christmas shows, theater performances, and holiday entertainment in Carlisle.
BAHA Bowness Live Music
Premier live music venue with three floors of entertainment.
Handel's Messiah - With A Modern Twist
Innovative dramatization of Handel's Messiah with theatrical elements
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Also Near Carlisle
Stanley
- Forest of Light at Beamish Hall Hotel
- Beamish Hall Christmas Fair
- South Causey Inn Christmas Wreath Workshop
Carlisle Christmas FAQ
Weekday evenings tend to be less crowded. Peak times are weekends in December, especially closer to Christmas.
Most events offer on-site parking. Check individual event pages for specific parking information and fees.
Most venues are accessible. Contact individual events for specific accessibility accommodations.