Nottingham Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Nottingham and surrounding areas
Nottingham welcomes the Christmas season with Holiday lights and Christmas markets across Old Market Square and Lace Market. Visit Nottingham Winter Wonderland, catch holiday shows at Nottingham Venues, or celebrate New Year's Eve at Bramleys for festive highlights. The city’s holiday attractions include family activities, seasonal gatherings, and lively markets where lights and local vendors create a cozy, exciting atmosphere for shopping, dining, and enjoying seasonal entertainment.
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Christmas Markets
28 eventsEuropean-style Christmas market with artisan traders
Christmas Lights
21 eventsCross-cultural light festival with lantern parade
Christmas Parties
16 eventsFestive tipis with firepits and drinks
Christmas Activities
31 eventsMagical breakfast with Santa and gift from his workshop.
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Nottingham Winter Wonderland
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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Chatsworth Christmas Market
(Bakewell)
Over 100 themed stalls in a festive market.
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Breakfast with Santa at Wheelgate Park
(Farnsfield)
Magical breakfast with Santa and gift from his workshop.
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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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Nottingham Christmas FAQ
Nottingham's biggest annual Christmas events include the Nottingham Castle Christmas Market and the Nottingham Winter Wonderland, both offering festive markets, entertainment, and seasonal activities throughout the holiday season.
Nottingham celebrates with unique traditions such as the Winter Light Trail at Wollaton Hall & Deer Park and the city’s Christmas Light Switch On events, which bring the community together with festive music, food, and local vendors.
Neighborhoods around Wollaton and Beeston are known for their festive displays, along with various beloved neighborhood favorites scattered throughout Nottingham, offering charming and accessible holiday lights.
You can find Christmas markets and local makers at Nottingham Castle’s Christmas Market and Nottingham Winter Wonderland, both featuring artisan vendors, crafts, and seasonal food & drink stalls in central locations.
Free or budget-friendly activities include exploring neighborhood light displays, attending public Christmas Light Switch On events, and visiting open-air markets with no admission fees, providing festive fun without a high cost.
Family-friendly options include the Winter Light Trail at Wollaton Hall, Nottingham Castle Christmas Market with kids’ activities, and Nottingham Winter Wonderland’s ice rink and funfair amusements, all designed to delight children and adults alike.