Colne Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Colne and surrounding areas
Colne celebrates the winter season around the historic Market Street and leisure center, where Christmas lights and local performers create a festive atmosphere. Holiday activities include seasonal markets, live entertainment and family-friendly holiday attractions that fill the town with cheer. Visitors can enjoy guided tours, craft fairs and cozy indoor events that make Colne a welcoming spot for festive events and winter merriment.
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Christmas Parties
29 eventsLive music and dining with Boogie Street band
Christmas Markets
14 eventsImmersive Father Christmas farm headquarters experience
Christmas Shows
11 eventsChristmas comedy specials with acclaimed comedians.
Christmas Lights
9 eventsSpectacular fire art installations and Christmas lights switch-on.
Christmas Activities
35 eventsHistoric cathedral hosting diverse Christmas services and musical performances.
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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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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Boogie Street Christmas Party Night
(Clitheroe)
Live music and dining with Boogie Street band
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The Whoville Afternoon Tea Experience
(Gisburn)
Whimsical Grinch-themed afternoon tea with character entertainment.
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Colne Christmas Events Map
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Colne Christmas FAQ
The Colne Christmas Light Switch On is the town’s flagship event, featuring a festive parade, market stalls, live entertainment, and the official illumination of the town centre. The Winter Bloom Light Parade in February also brings a unique winter celebration to Colne.
Colne’s holiday traditions include the annual Light Switch On with its parade and market, as well as the whimsical Window Walk showcasing art by local schoolchildren. The town also embraces its heritage with events that weave local folklore into the festivities.
The town centre is the focal point for Christmas lights, especially around the time of the Light Switch On. Neighborhood displays and window walks add festive charm throughout Colne, inviting exploration on foot.
The main Christmas market is held in Colne town centre during the Light Switch On, with additional craft fairs and artisan markets appearing at various venues. These are great places to find gifts from local makers and sample seasonal treats.
Enjoying the town centre’s light displays, window walks, and the Light Switch On event are all free. Family-friendly activities like face painting and craft areas are also available without charge during the main festivities.
Families will enjoy the Light Switch On’s entertainment, craft areas, and face painting, as well as the Window Walk featuring children’s art. The Colne Santa Run is another fun, community-focused event perfect for kids.