Christmas in Haworth
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 carol services, Santa's grotto, and heritage steam train rides.
What to Expect
Festive celebrations and processions along the historic cobbled streets of Haworth.
Event Details
Ages
All ages
Timed Entry
Yes
Organizer
Christmas in Haworth
Food & Drink
Visitors can shop, dine and drink in Haworth, with pubs, restaurants and cafes along the torchlight procession route.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families and visitors who enjoy festive parades and music
Vibe
Festive and traditional
Energy Level
High
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Location
Know Before You Go
- Parking: Charity car parking can be booked in advance for 5, 6 and 12 December.
Tips & Advice
- Buy an illuminated handcrafted willow wand to carry in the Torchlight Procession; you can order one online along with your tickets.
- Book a window table at a pub, restaurant or cafe on Main Street if you'd rather watch the Torchlight Procession from indoors.
- Follow the marshals' instructions at the Torchlight Procession, which draws large crowds and is safety marshalled.
- Dress warmly and wear sturdy shoes, because the procession climbs the cobbled streets of Haworth after dark.
- Check Christmas in Haworth's social media before you set off, because bad weather can lead to events being rescheduled, postponed or cancelled.
Special Events & Promotions
- Torchlight Procession on 5 and 6 December
- Music Weekend on 12 and 13 December
- Nativity Parade with live donkeys on 19 and 20 December
- Late Night Shopping Thursdays on 3 and 17 December
- Christmas Craft Fairs in the Old School Rooms on the weekends of 5/6, 12/13 and 19/20 December
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens at the Torchlight Procession?
Everyone gathers at the bottom of Main Street to sing carols under the Christmas tree. The procession then marches up the cobbled street behind flaming torches, stopping to sing along the way. You can join in, or watch from the side as it passes.
What's on during the Music Weekend?
Choirs, bands and ensembles play at three spots around the village throughout the day while you shop, eat and drink in Haworth.
What is the Nativity Parade?
Leaders of the village churches walk together with local children, live donkeys and a brass band in a festive parade.
Where can children meet Santa?
Haworth Central Park Bowling Club's Santa is in his grotto on 5 and 6 December, with homemade cakes and tea. Santa's Grotto slots on 12 December can also be booked online.
What happens if the weather is bad?
Bad weather can lead to events being rescheduled, postponed or cancelled. Notices go up on the Christmas in Haworth social media pages, so check each event's status before you set off.
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