Loughborough Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Loughborough and surrounding areas
Loughborough celebrates the holiday season with Christmas lights and festive events around the town centre, Loughborough University campus and surrounding parks. Attend the Loughborough Christmas Lights Switch-on, browse the Beaumanor Hall Festive Gift Fair or wander the Christmas Woodland Wonderland for seasonal things to do and family-friendly markets. With warm stalls, local performances and illuminated trails, Loughborough offers holiday activities that bring the community together throughout Christmas 2025.
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Christmas Parties
26 eventsFestive tipis with firepits and drinks
Christmas Lights
23 eventsUK's largest indoor Christmas funfair with all-inclusive attractions.
Christmas Markets
22 eventsEuropean-style Christmas market with artisan traders
Christmas Shows
6 eventsFestive words and music program with charitable donation
Christmas Activities
23 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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Winter Funland Midlands
(Marston Green)
UK's largest indoor Christmas funfair with all-inclusive attractions.
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Nordic Bar in the Festive Tipis
(Derby)
Festive tipis with firepits and drinks
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Derby Season of Light 2025
(Derby)
Cross-cultural light festival with lantern parade
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Breakfast with Santa at Wheelgate Park
(Farnsfield)
Magical breakfast with Santa and gift from his workshop.
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Loughborough Christmas Lights Switch-on 2025
Community Christmas lights switch-on with market and entertainment.
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Loughborough Christmas Events Map
See every Christmas event, light display, and market on one map.
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Loughborough Christmas FAQ
The biggest annual events include the Christmas lights switch-on at the Market Place and the Christmas Tree Festival at All Saints Church, both drawing large crowds and festive celebrations.
Loughborough hosts a Christmas Tree Festival featuring decorated trees from local groups, alongside community carol services and seasonal concerts that highlight local talent.
The Market Place area is the central hub for lights, while several nearby residential neighborhoods are known for their festive displays and neighborhood light trails.
The Market Place hosts the main Christmas markets with a variety of local makers, artisan vendors, and festive stalls, especially during the lights switch-on weekend.
Enjoy free neighborhood light displays, the Christmas Tree Festival at All Saints Church, and community carol services, all offering festive fun without a high cost.
Family-friendly options include festive rides and activities at the Market Place during the Christmas lights switch-on weekend, children’s crafts at the Christmas Tree Festival, and seasonal performances.