Halifax Minster Christmas Tree Festival 2026
The festival fills Halifax Minster with over 40 illuminated Christmas trees, many mounted on top of the pews. Visitors can browse the displays, take part in activities, listen to live music, and enjoy refreshments. Following the festival, the trees stay on display inside the Minster through the New Year.
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Plan Your Visit
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When
Ages
All ages
Food & Drink
Refreshments are available during the festival, but no specific food or drink options are listed.
Going?
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Tips & Advice
- Choose your preferred 6ft or 9ft tree early; allocations are first-come, first-served on December 1 and 2, from 9am to 4pm.
- Plan to decorate your sponsored tree during allocation days, and remember that sponsors must remove decorations on January 3 or 4.
- Bring a payment card for adult entry, since card payment is preferred; children are admitted free.
- General visits do not require booking, but email admin@halifaxminster.org.uk in advance if you are coming with a larger group.
- If visiting on Sunday, arrive after 12pm; the festival opens later that day following the Minster’s morning service.
Special Events & Promotions
- Children have free entry.
- The festival opens later on Sunday, after the Morning Service.
- A Festival Launch Concert and Preview evening takes place on December 3, hosted by Andrew Edwards.
- Sponsors receive two complimentary tickets to the Launch Concert and Preview evening.
Links & Contact
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Frequently Asked Questions
What can visitors see and do during the festival?
Browse more than 40 Christmas trees, take part in activities, listen to live music, and enjoy refreshments.
Are children admitted free?
Yes, children have free entry.
Do visitors need to book ahead?
Booking is not necessary for individual visits. Larger groups should contact the Minster in advance.
What is different about Sunday visits?
The festival opens later on Sunday, after the Morning Service.
Can organisations or individuals take part by sponsoring a tree?
Yes. Sponsors can decorate a tree to promote an organisation or business, honour a loved one, or celebrate the season.
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