Last updated: 11 November 2024
Welcome to the ultimate holiday guide for Hinckley! Find all the top festive events and activities here. Whether you're a familiar face or a fresh visitor, this guide unlocks the holiday charm of Hinckley.
Popular events include the Warwick Castle Christmas Event, where the historic site comes alive with twinkling lights and enchanting displays. Also, immerse yourself in the magic of Belvoir Castle’s 12 Days of Christmas, featuring unique festive activities for all the family. And the Bluebell Dairy Santa’s Enchanted Christmas is something you definitely don't want to miss, offering a delightful experience with Santa in a picturesque setting. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Hinckley Holiday Light Displays
Tin Hat Fair and Christmas Lights Switch On
- What to Expect
- Family-friendly event with live entertainment and festive food.
- Description
- The Tin Hat Fair and Christmas Lights Switch On in Hinckley town centre feature live entertainment, market stalls, and festive food vendors. The event includes a grand light switch-on at 6.30pm on Friday, accompanied by the Tin Hat Fair on Regent Street from 4pm to 10pm on Friday and 12pm to 10pm on Saturday.
- Where
- Hinckley | More Info : Tin Hat Fair and Christmas Lights Switch On
Market Harborough Christmas Lights Switch On
- What to Expect
- Community-driven event with local entertainment and shopping opportunities.
- Description
- Market Harborough's Christmas Lights Switch On features a festive atmosphere with a Christmas tree lighting, free street entertainment, and a Christmas Food and Drink Festival.
- Where
- Market Harborough | More Info : Market Harborough Christmas Lights Switch On
Warwick Castle Christmas Event
- What to Expect
- 45-minute illuminated light trail experience with sensory-friendly options.
- Description
- Explore Warwick Castle's illuminated light trail through historic grounds and gardens, featuring twinkling trees, projections, and festive food stalls.
- Where
- Warwick | More Info : Warwick Castle Christmas Event
Melton Mowbray Christmas Lights Switch On
- What to Expect
- Live music and festive entertainment with a 30ft Christmas tree.
- Description
- Melton Mowbray's Christmas Lights Switch On features live music, festive entertainment, and the illumination of the town centre with a 30ft Christmas tree. Local food, drink, and traditional gifts are available at the annual Christmas Market.
- Where
- Melton Mowbray | More Info : Melton Mowbray Christmas Lights Switch On
Hinckley Holiday Markets and Shopping
Festive Feast and Craft Market
- What to Expect
- Live Christmas music and festive food stalls.
- Description
- The Festive Feast and Crafts Market in Hinckley town centre offers a variety of street food stalls, warm mulled wine, and crafts stalls, all set against the backdrop of live Christmas music and entertainment in front of the town centre Christmas tree.
- Where
- Hinckley | More Info : Festive Feast and Craft Market
Bosworth Battlefield Winter Craft Fair
- What to Expect
- Unique blend of artisan crafts and festive entertainment.
- Description
- The Bosworth Battlefield Winter Craft Fair offers a variety of artisan and handmade craft stalls, boutique homeware, and gift items. Enjoy festive carols by the Market Bosworth School Choir amidst a range of seasonal activities.
- Where
- Market Bosworth | More Info : Bosworth Battlefield Winter Craft Fair
Hinckley Holiday Shows and Entertainment
1620s House Christmas Events
- What to Expect
- Historical reenactment of 17th-century Christmas celebrations.
- Description
- The 1620s House & Garden is beautifully dressed in Jacobean style décor, showcasing how Christmas was celebrated in times gone by. Join festive carols and a mummers play, talk to costumed volunteers about food and feasting, and explore Christmas customs and traditions.
- Where
- Donington le Heath | More Info : 1620s House Christmas Events
Lutterworth Victorian Christmas
- What to Expect
- Live music tributes to legendary artists in a luxurious setting.
- Description
- This Christmas at Kilworth House features two spectacular shows: A Diamond Christmas, a tribute to Neil Diamond, and The Rat Pack at Christmas, celebrating the music of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Sammy Davis Jr. The events include a three-course dinner and live performances in the beautifully decorated Orangery.
- Where
- Lutterworth | More Info : Lutterworth Victorian Christmas
Wicksteed Park Christmas Experience
- What to Expect
- Private family meet and greet with Santa Claus.
- Description
- At Wicksteed Park, families can enjoy a variety of festive activities, including meeting Santa Claus, visiting his reindeer, and participating in the Elfs Workshop. The event also features rides like the Wicksteed Railway and attractions such as the astroslide and carousel. Children can say hello to their favorite farm animals and leave their Christmas wishes on the wishing tree.
- Where
- Kettering | More Info : Wicksteed Park Christmas Experience
Hinckley Other Holiday Activities
Belvoir Castle 12 Days of Christmas
- What to Expect
- Twinkling lights and family-friendly activities.
- Description
- Celebrate the festive season at Belvoir Castle with a family fun day out, featuring twinkling lights and activities designed for children and families.
- Where
- Grantham | More Info : Belvoir Castle 12 Days of Christmas
Twinlakes Winter Wonderland
- What to Expect
- Heated indoor zones with real reindeer and festive activities.
- Description
- Twinlakes Winter Wonderland offers a variety of activities including gingerbread decorating, Christmas hunts, and real reindeer, set amidst 125,000 sq ft of heated indoor zones and the UK's largest indoor play center. The event features awe-inspiring light displays and twinkling decorations, creating a memorable atmosphere for families.
- Where
- Melton Mowbray | More Info : Twinlakes Winter Wonderland
Manor Farm Christmas Woodland Wonderland
- What to Expect
- Interactive holiday activities with Santa and his reindeer.
- Description
- Visit Santa and his reindeer in a festive setting at Manor Farm, featuring activities like gingerbread decorating, scavenger hunts, and animal petting.
- Where
- Loughborough | More Info : Manor Farm Christmas Woodland Wonderland
Bluebell Dairy Santa’s Enchanted Christmas
- What to Expect
- Interactive holiday activities with real reindeer and Santa.
- Description
- Bluebell Dairy's Santa’s Enchanted Christmas offers a delightful holiday experience with real reindeer, a build-your-own-bear workshop, and festive activities. Children can meet Santa, feed the reindeer, and participate in various creative tasks and games. The event includes a seated session with Father Christmas and refreshments.
- Where
- Derby | More Info : Bluebell Dairy Santa’s Enchanted Christmas
Carols around the tree
- What to Expect
- Community carol singing event around a town centre Christmas tree.
- Description
- Join Churches Together and Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council for a free event where you can sing well-known carols around the town centre Christmas tree. All are welcome to attend.
- Where
- Hinckley | More Info : Carols around the tree