Newcastle Under Lyme Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Newcastle Under Lyme and surrounding areas
Newcastle under Lyme lights up for the holiday season with Christmas markets, festive events and family attractions around Lyme Valley and the town centre. Seasonal shows and community parades give the area a warm, small-town Christmas feel with plenty of activities. Don’t miss the Middleport Pottery Christmas Festival 2025, Christmas 2025 at Reflex Newcastle Under Lyme and Mission: Christmas for markets, holiday attractions and things to do over the season.
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Christmas Parties
25 eventsFestive party nights with optional woodland pod stays
Christmas Markets
22 eventsAuthentic Victorian Christmas experience with steam train rides
Christmas Lights
19 eventsMayor and Santa light up Knutsford for Christmas
Christmas Shows
8 eventsOver 25 years of Irish dance and Christmas magic
Other Christmas Activities
25 eventsOvernight stay with Santa visit and theme park access
Editor's Picks (6)
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Alton Towers Santa Sleepover
(Alton)
Overnight stay with Santa visit and theme park access
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Blists Hill Victorian Christmas Weekends
(Telford)
Authentic Victorian Christmas experience with steam train rides
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Wonderland Midlands Winter Wonderland
(Telford)
Fairytale characters and houses in a woodland setting with included rides.
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Knutsford Christmas Light Switch On
(Knutsford)
Mayor and Santa light up Knutsford for Christmas
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Mental Elf Run
(Trentham)
Festive 5K fun run for mental health awareness.
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Festive Wreath Making Workshop
(Moddershall)
Create a festive Christmas wreath with expert guidance.
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Christmas Giving Opportunities Near Newcastle Under Lyme
Give back this holiday season with volunteering and charitable opportunities in Newcastle Under Lyme.
Mission: Christmas
Community Christmas gift drive for children
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Newcastle Under Lyme Christmas FAQ
The Light Up Castle Christmas lights switch-on is the marquee event, drawing crowds for live music, performances, and community celebrations in the town center. Seasonal markets and craft fairs also add to the festive calendar.
The town’s Light Up Castle event, with its mix of local talent and community involvement, is a distinctive tradition. Neighborhoods also embrace the season with their own light displays and gatherings.
The town center around High Street and The Guildhall is the focal point for official displays, but many residential areas throughout Newcastle under Lyme also decorate enthusiastically—exploring side streets can reveal hidden gems.
Look for holiday markets and craft fairs in the town center, particularly near High Street and The Guildhall, where local artisans and food vendors gather during the season.
Enjoying the Light Up Castle switch-on, strolling through neighborhood light displays, and browsing the Christmas markets are all free or low-cost ways to celebrate the season in Newcastle under Lyme.
Families will enjoy the Light Up Castle event’s live performances and activities, as well as festive markets with treats and crafts. Exploring neighborhood light displays is also a fun, relaxed option for all ages.