Northwich Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Northwich and surrounding areas
Northwich shines during the Christmas season with Christmas lights along Witton Street and festive activities around the town centre near the riverside marinas. Catch Pete Waterman's Making Tracks For Christmas, Dear Santa... Meet Father Christmas in his Grotto, and the Magical Woodland Christmas for cheerful seasonal events that bring the community together. Stroll the main district to enjoy Holiday lights tours, join winter festivals, see parades, and pick up gifts at festive events and Christmas markets while enjoying local eateries and family activities.
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Christmas Parties
23 eventsElegant festive celebrations at a historic country house hotel.
Christmas Lights
19 eventsCathedral transformed by light and sound projections
Christmas Markets
19 eventsFestive market outside Chester Town Hall.
Christmas Shows
13 eventsThe Snowman film with live orchestral accompaniment
Christmas Activities
25 events64ft model railway installation by Pete Waterman
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Chester Christmas Market
(Chester)
Festive market outside Chester Town Hall.
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The Light Before Christmas: The Gift
(Liverpool)
Cathedral transformed by light and sound projections
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Knutsford Christmas Light Switch On
(Knutsford)
Mayor and Santa light up Knutsford for Christmas
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The Snowman Film with Live Orchestra
(Liverpool)
The Snowman film with live orchestral accompaniment
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Light Night Wigan
(Wigan)
Free festival of light artworks in Mesnes Park
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Pete Waterman's Making Tracks For Christmas
64ft model railway installation by Pete Waterman
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Northwich Christmas Events Map
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Northwich Christmas FAQ
The biggest annual Christmas event is the Northwich Christmas Extravaganza, featuring the Christmas lights switch-on, a lantern parade, and family-friendly activities. This event marks the start of the festive season in town.
Northwich celebrates with its Lantern Parade leading to the Christmas lights switch-on, a tradition that brings the community together with festive music and fireworks, creating a distinctive start to the holiday season.
The town center around Barons Square and nearby residential areas are known for their charming neighborhood displays. These spots offer a mix of public and community-decorated lights worth exploring.
Christmas markets and local artisan vendors are primarily found in Barons Square and other central locations in Northwich, especially during the Christmas Extravaganza and throughout the holiday season.
Enjoy free neighborhood light displays, the lantern parade, and the Christmas lights switch-on event. These provide festive fun without cost and are great for families and visitors on a budget.
Families can enjoy the lantern parade, visits to the Christmas markets with craft stalls, and festive workshops often held during the season. These activities offer engaging experiences for children and adults alike.