Chorley Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Chorley and surrounding areas
Chorley invites locals and visitors to enjoy the Christmas season with festive events and things to do across the town, from the city center to heritage sites like Heskin Hall. Popular highlights include Christmas Markets and Santa's Grotto at Heskin Hall and the magical Santa's Magical Light Trail for families seeking lights, music and seasonal fun. With live performances, local markets and cozy food stalls, Chorley’s holiday activities and winter festivals deliver a welcoming seasonal atmosphere for everyone to enjoy.
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Christmas Parties
26 eventsMultiple venues with distinct New Year's Eve entertainment.
Christmas Lights
16 eventsSix miles of free, world-famous light displays.
Christmas Markets
15 eventsImmersive Father Christmas farm headquarters experience
Christmas Shows
10 eventsAuthentic Queen tribute show with live energy
Christmas Activities
31 eventsMagical Santa encounter with immersive winter scenes
Editor's Picks (6)
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Blackpool Illuminations 2025
(Blackpool)
Six miles of free, world-famous light displays.
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East Lancashire Railway Santa Specials
(Bury)
Magical steam train journey with Santa Claus
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Christmas By The Sea
(Blackpool)
Festive village on Tower Festival Headland
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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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Light Night Wigan
(Wigan)
Free festival of light artworks in Mesnes Park
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Chorley Christmas Events Map
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Chorley Christmas FAQ
The main events are the Christmas Lights Switch-On, the Winter Wonderland in the town centre, and the festive market stalls that run throughout December.
Chorley’s Reindeer Trail in Astley Park and the Winter Wonderland with its real ice rink are festive traditions that bring the community together each year.
The town centre and Astley Park are the top spots for holiday lights, with festive displays and walking trails that are popular with locals and visitors alike.
The main Christmas markets are in the town centre during Winter Wonderland, and local makers often appear at craft fairs and festive stalls throughout the season.
Free activities include the Christmas Lights Switch-On, the Reindeer Trail, and browsing the festive market stalls. The Winter Wonderland also offers free entry to many displays.
Families enjoy the Winter Wonderland, Santa’s Grotto at Astley Hall, the Reindeer Trail, and the festive market stalls with crafts and seasonal treats.