Halifax Other Christmas Activities 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...

Visitors explore craft fairs, independent shops, and local food and drink offerings across the village. Festive entertainment includes choirs and brass bands, street performers, a nativity parade with live donkeys, and an evening torchlight procession. Guests can also experience church...

Families board a steam train for a journey from Clayton West Station to Shelley North Pole to meet Father Christmas one-on-one in his grotto. Every child receives an age-appropriate gift, and guests over twelve months receive an edible festive treat....

Families explore Father Christmas' Village to discover festive traditions from around the world alongside outdoor bushcraft adventures. Children can take part in fire lighting, storytelling, and crafting, as well as self-led activities like toasting marshmallows and reindeer hoopla. The experience...

Visitors ride in steam-heated carriages pulled by heritage steam trains traveling through the picturesque Worth Valley. Along the journey, passengers enjoy a complimentary mince pie and have unlimited travel to explore the railway's historic stations. Most services also convey a...

The experience begins at Oxenhope Station with festive letter writing, activities, and an interactive 20-minute Elf Show in the Exhibition Hall. Families then embark on a one-hour steam train ride brought to life by singing and dancing elves. During the...

Visitors board festive train rides at the historic Middleton Railway to celebrate the holiday season. Children up to ten years old can meet Santa and receive a special present. The experience provides a traditional Yorkshire Christmas outing for the whole...

Passengers take a festive steam train ride through the Worth Valley, stopping at Haworth, Ingrow, and Keighley for carol singing led by the Hall Royd Brass Band. The evening includes an opening address and concludes with a closing blessing alongside...

Families can take a seat in the Great Hall to enjoy festive stories told by Mrs Claus. Children can visit the letter-writing station in the Discovery Room to send their Christmas wishes to the North Pole. Guests can also explore...

Visitors can meet Santa alongside character appearances from Spidey and singing Princesses. The event includes a Christmas disco for young children as well as an individual meet-and-greet with Santa to receive a gift.

Visitors can celebrate the festive season gently with a SEND Sunday session featuring Victorian Christmas crafts and games. Attendees can wear their favorite festive jumpers or unwind on bean bags with sensory toys if the festivities feel overwhelming.

Visitors create their own Christmas wreath to take home for the holidays. The workshop is guided by Hayley from Get Up & Grow, a qualified Horticultural Therapist.

Participants learn how to apply quilting techniques to make a functional holiday decoration led by modern quilter Lucy Norton. The session covers selecting complimentary fabrics and patterns, cutting safely, and piecing quilt tops using sewing machines. Attendees also practice pressing...

This workshop covers the fundamental techniques of decorative paper cutting. Participants learn about the necessary tools, practice cutting skills, and construct a framed light-up papercut wreath from a selection of templates. All required tools, equipment, and materials are provided.

Led by glass fuser Claire Myers, participants create a 12cm fused glass tealight holder designed in the style of a Christmas fireplace. The process involves arranging crushed glass frit, shaped glass pieces, and murrine onto bullseye glass without any cutting...

Participants create a collection of up to five Christmas cards using collage and hand-stitch techniques. Embroidery artist Jessica Grady demonstrates how to layer materials and use simple embroidery and embellishment methods to add detail to designs. Finished pieces can be...

Local florist Julia leads participants through making a custom Christmas wreath with step-by-step guidance. Attendees learn how to assemble and personalize their own display piece using provided supplies and equipment. The session accommodates both complete beginners and those with previous...

Participants learn how to make a willow wreath from scratch at Bagshaw Museum. The crafting session utilizes natural materials to assemble the festive decoration.

Participants craft three fused glass Christmas hanging decorations under guided instruction. Attendees can choose from prepared festive design examples or create their own patterns, with optional upgrades available for items like tea light holders, lanterns, and wreaths. Complimentary prosecco, tea,...

Participants create three fused glass hanging decorations, choosing from dozens of pre-made design examples or creating their own custom patterns. Guided instruction is provided throughout the beginner-friendly session, with options to upgrade to items such as tea light holders, wreaths,...

This Christmas camp brings teenagers together for faith, activities, and friendship. Registration includes a camp t-shirt, daily lunch, and transportation back home.

Participants learn how to fold five-pointed stars from plain and patterned paper in various sizes. The finished stars can be assembled into a Christmas garland, used to embellish presents and cards, or displayed as home decorations. All materials and tools...

Participants paint three festive card designs featuring Christmas baubles, presents, and trees using watercolour techniques. All materials and equipment are provided, and no previous painting experience is required.

Multidisciplinary artist Gemma Barnett guides participants through hand embossing techniques to produce a series of tree decorations. Stencils and design examples are provided for figures including robins, owls, stars, bows, and holly wreaths. Finished ornaments are strung with a choice...

Participants craft custom holiday decorations by creating relief patterns and images using coloured clays on white clay slabs. Letter stamps are available to personalise each piece, with attendees able to follow provided sample designs or develop their own concepts. Finished...

Participants learn foundational hand embroidery techniques to design and stitch a personalized Christmas table runner, such as adding winter botanicals, seasonal phrases, or subtle sparkle. All materials are supplied for beginners, and attendees take home a complete embroidery kit that...

Participants paint bespoke mini postcards using wet-on-wet watercolour methods, soft colour washes, and fine brushwork. An instructor guides attendees step-by-step to paint designs like winter stags, holly berries, and rustic foliage, using provided templates or freehand drawing. All art materials...

Participants design and craft a hanging angel using the traditional Tiffany copper-foil technique. Working with a selection of coloured and textured glass, attendees learn how to cut, shape, foil, and solder individual pieces under guidance from tutor Kerry Burgoyne. The...

Participants learn knotting techniques to create at least three different handmade festive Christmas decorations to take home. Led by artist Hannah of Dear Prudence Macramé, the session provides full guidance suitable for absolute beginners as well as people with previous...

Participants build a custom wreath starting from a semi-pre-made base under the step-by-step guidance of florist Lisa. Materials include fresh seasonal greenery, cones, dried fruits, berries, ribbons, and decorative accents. Each attendee also receives a mini seasonal afternoon tea and...

Participants take part in a guided photo walk through Leeds focused on capturing illuminated shopfronts, seasonal decorations, and candid street scenes. The session begins with a short briefing covering practical techniques for winter and low-light photography. Attendees explore the city...

Participants practice floating meditation cocooned inside an aerial yoga hammock, paired with calming Pranayama breathing exercises. The session includes gentle supported movement, festive oils, and Koshi chimes before transitioning into a guided Winter Wonderland Yoga Nidra meditation. Attendees rest in...

Participants design and craft up to four jewellery pieces, choosing from earrings, necklaces, bracelets, or rings led by jeweller Gilly. The workshop covers conditioning, colour-blending, sculpting clay, and techniques like textured rollers, gold leaf sparkle, marbling, silk-screen printing, and acrylic...

Participants create three fused glass hanging decorations using studio tools and materials. Attendees can select from dozens of design examples or develop their own patterns, with guidance provided for beginners. Complimentary prosecco, tea, coffee, and soft drinks are served during...

Participants learn papercutting fundamentals, including knife safety and paper handling techniques. Attendees practice on Christmas- or nature-themed templates, or create their own custom designs. Each finished lantern is assembled with plain or coloured vellum and fitted with fairy lights to...

Participants in this hands-on workshop learn how to paint snowmen and Christmas puddings on festive greeting cards and gift tags. The session covers techniques such as detailed brushwork and painting curved lines. All necessary equipment is supplied, and attendees take...

Participants learn to craft at least three different festive Christmas macramé decorations to take home under the guidance of artist Hannah Sibai. Full instruction is provided, making the session suitable for absolute beginners as well as people with previous macramé...

Experience the magic of the Saltaire Living Advent Calendar, a beloved village tradition since 2006. Each day in December, a new, secret window design is revealed, creating a festive trail throughout Saltaire. Residents and businesses are invited to participate by...

Experience the heartwarming start to the holiday season at the Littleborough Christmas Lights Switch-On. This beloved community event marks the official beginning of Christmas festivities, filling the town with a magical glow and festive spirit. It's a wonderful opportunity for...

Experience the magic of Christmas with Santa's Grotto at various Yorkshire Garden Centres. Choose from immersive adventures like 'The Magical Pocket Watch' at Tong Garden Centre or classic Santa meet-and-greets at Tingley, York, and Pennine. Enjoy festive meals with Santa,...

Discover a season of festive cheer in Rochdale with a variety of holiday events. Experience the dazzling Ignite Fire Festival, enjoy a magical Christmas organ concert, and share a special breakfast with Santa Claus. These events promise joy and wonder...

Bring the little ones to meet Santa Claus for a magical breakfast experience. This festive event offers a delightful start to the holiday season, filled with cheer and seasonal fun for the whole family.

Discover the joy of crafting a beautiful Christmas wreath at East Riddlesden Hall. This workshop offers a hands-on experience where participants can learn to create their own festive decoration using natural materials. Immerse yourself in the historic atmosphere of the...

Get into the holiday spirit with Christmas wreath-dressing workshops at the enchanting Ilkley Manor House. Led by Lionne of Cosmos Flowers, these sessions offer a magical way to create your own festive decorations in a cozy, medieval setting. Learn creative...