Heanor Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Heanor and surrounding areas
This holiday season Heanor offers Christmas markets, Christmas lights and winter festivals centered on the market square and local halls, creating a lively community atmosphere. Seasonal dining and New Year's Eve events at Eastwood Hall, along with shared Christmas Party Nights, provide festive events and family activities for all ages. Enjoy carol evenings, craft stalls and warm beverages as Heanor’s town centre fills with cheerful lights and holiday attractions during Christmas 2025.
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Christmas Markets
25 eventsEuropean-style Christmas market with artisan traders
Christmas Parties
24 eventsAdults-only Gala Dinner and Family New Year's Eve events.
Christmas Lights
19 eventsCross-cultural light festival with lantern parade
Christmas Shows
5 eventsFamily pantomime with indoor rides and attractions
Christmas Activities
27 eventsMagical breakfast with Santa and gift from his workshop.
Editor's Picks (6)
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Nottingham Winter Wonderland
(Nottingham)
European-style Christmas market with artisan traders
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Christmas at Chatsworth
(Bakewell)
Historic estate transformed for Christmas with house, garden light trail, and market.
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Sheffield Christmas Markets
(Sheffield)
Over 60 log cabins with local traders and Alpine Bars
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Chatsworth Christmas Market
(Bakewell)
Over 100 themed stalls in a festive market.
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New Year's Eve Events at Eastwood Hall
(Eastwood)
Adults-only Gala Dinner and Family New Year's Eve events.
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Nordic Bar in the Festive Tipis
(Derby)
Festive tipis with firepits and drinks
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Heanor Christmas Events Map
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Heanor Christmas FAQ
The Heanor Christmas Lights Switch-On in Market Place is the largest annual event, featuring festive entertainment, a Christmas market, and Santa’s grotto.
Heanor’s tradition centers around the Market Place switch-on, with local bands, fair rides, and community stalls making it a special local celebration.
Market Place and the surrounding streets, including Wilmot Street and Godfrey Street, are known for their festive light displays and community spirit.
Christmas markets and local makers are typically found in Market Place and Godfrey Street, with additional stalls at venues like The Old Fire Station.
The Christmas lights switch-on, free market stalls, and community events in Market Place offer festive fun without a cost. Many local churches also host free seasonal activities.
Santa’s grotto at The Old Fire Station, fair rides in Market Place, and children’s storytelling at local churches are great options for families with kids.