Consett Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Consett and surrounding areas
Consett lights up the Christmas season with Christmas lights across the town and a lineup of holiday activities near Victoria Park and market streets, inviting families to evening trails and festive gatherings. Popular events include The Santa Express, the Blanchland Artisan Christmas Market and the Father Christmas Has Lost His Presents Trail, offering winter attractions and seasonal entertainment for children and adults alike. Between market stalls and illuminated walks, Consett’s festive events create a warm local atmosphere for holiday celebrations.
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Christmas Markets
23 eventsMagical Christmas Village with Santa, Mrs. Claus, and festive cinema.
Christmas Parties
20 eventsNew Year's Eve Glitz & Glam Ball with five-course dinner and entertainment.
Christmas Lights
15 eventsEnchanted woodland illuminated with music and interactive props.
Christmas Shows
13 eventsThe Snowman film with live orchestra and Peter and the Wolf.
Christmas Activities
29 eventsMonumental 18th-century Neapolitan Nativity scene
Editor's Picks (6)
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Newcastle's Christmas Village at Old Eldon Square
(Newcastle)
Magical Christmas Village with Santa, Mrs. Claus, and festive cinema.
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Spanish City New Year's Eve Glitz & Glam Ball
(Whitley Bay)
New Year's Eve Glitz & Glam Ball with five-course dinner and entertainment.
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Forest of Light at Beamish Hall Hotel
(Beamish)
Enchanted woodland illuminated with music and interactive props.
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Beamish Hall Christmas Fair
(Beamish)
Historic manor house Christmas market with local artisans.
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Dakwala Bombay Canteen Christmas Feast
(Newcastle upon Tyne)
Modern Indian cuisine with neo-Indian cocktails
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Fenwick Newcastle Christmas Events 2025
(Newcastle upon Tyne)
Santa on the Roof winter wonderland experience
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Consett Christmas FAQ
The biggest annual events include the Christmas lights switch-on in the town centre and the Christmas Tree Festival at Christ Church. These events draw large crowds and feature live music, festive activities, and community celebrations.
Consett has a tradition of community-led events like the Christmas lights switch-on and the Christmas Tree Festival, which bring together local groups, schools, and families for festive fun.
The town centre is the main hub for Christmas lights, but many residential neighborhoods also decorate their streets with festive displays. Middle Street and the area around Christ Church are particularly popular.
Christmas markets and local makers can be found in the town centre and at community venues during the holiday season. Look out for craft fairs and vendor stalls at the main Christmas events.
Free activities include the Christmas lights switch-on, the Christmas Tree Festival, and community nativity events. Many markets and festive walks are also free to attend.
Families with kids enjoy the Christmas lights switch-on, the Elf Trail in town centre shops, and the Christmas Tree Festival. These events often feature live entertainment, costumed characters, and activities for children.