Ossett Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Ossett and surrounding areas
Ossett lights up for Christmas 2025 with Christmas lights down the high street and plenty of things to do around the community centre and railway viaduct. Events such as Light Up Ossett and The Santa Express bring festive events, family activities and seasonal markets that showcase local artisans and food vendors. Wander illuminated lanes, enjoy carol performances and sample seasonal treats as Ossett’s winter festivals and holiday attractions create a welcoming atmosphere for visitors and residents alike.
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Christmas Parties
22 eventsBreakfast with Santa and festive sing-alongs
Christmas Lights
16 eventsSpectacular fire art installations and Christmas lights switch-on.
Christmas Markets
16 eventsOver 60 log cabins with local traders and Alpine Bars
Christmas Shows
13 eventsFamily pantomime with indoor rides and attractions
Christmas Activities
33 eventsFestive miniature light railway ride
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Ignite Fire Festival and Rochdale Christmas Lights Switch-on
(Rochdale)
Spectacular fire art installations and Christmas lights switch-on.
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Sheffield Christmas Markets
(Sheffield)
Over 60 log cabins with local traders and Alpine Bars
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Stockeld Park Winter Illuminations
(Wetherby)
Yorkshire's most magical Christmas light show
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Gulliver's Valley Presents Sleeping Beauty Pantomime
(Sheffield)
Family pantomime with indoor rides and attractions
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Aladdin Pantomime
(Sheffield)
Award-winning pantomime with celebrity cast
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Erics Restaurant Festive A La Carte Menu
(Lindley)
Festive a la carte dining with locally sourced ingredients
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Ossett Christmas FAQ
The biggest annual event is Light Up Ossett, which includes the Christmas light switch-on, a festive market, live music, and family activities in the town centre.
Ossett celebrates with a festive switch-on event featuring local performers, a Christmas market, and community activities, often centered around the Town Hall and library.
The town centre and areas around Ossett Town Hall are especially festive, with many homes and businesses also decorating their streets and gardens.
The main Christmas market is held in the Ossett Precinct, and local makers often appear at community events, craft fairs, and the Ossett Library during the festive season.
Free activities include viewing the Christmas lights, attending the Light Up Ossett event, and enjoying festive performances at the library and town centre.
Families enjoy the Light Up Ossett event, Santa visits, children’s crafts at the library, and the festive market with funfair rides and seasonal treats.