Selby Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Selby and surrounding areas
Selby celebrates the holiday season with Christmas lights and seasonal markets around Selby Abbey and the town centre, including the Selby Abbey Christmas Market and family-friendly Santa's Grotto at Wetherells. The historic abbey and riverside streets provide a classic backdrop for festive performances and craft stalls. From carols to community activities and illuminated displays, Selby offers a welcoming mix of things to do that suit families and visitors seeking seasonal charm.
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Christmas Lights
21 eventsNorth of England's largest outdoor ice rink
Christmas Markets
20 eventsAward-winning Christmas market with over 80% local Yorkshire traders.
Christmas Shows
18 eventsFamily pantomime with indoor rides and attractions
Christmas Parties
18 eventsFestive a la carte dining with locally sourced ingredients
Other Christmas Activities
23 eventsFestive miniature light railway ride
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York Christmas Market 2025
(York)
Award-winning Christmas market with over 80% local Yorkshire traders.
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Yorkshire's Winter Wonderland
(York)
North of England's largest outdoor ice rink
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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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Selby Abbey Christmas Market
Christmas market within historic Selby Abbey
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Selby Christmas FAQ
The Selby Christmas Market and the official lights switch-on in the Market Place are among the town’s largest annual events, drawing crowds each year.
Selby’s festive traditions include the Christmas market, the lights switch-on ceremony, and community events centered around the Abbey and Market Place.
The Market Place and Abbey area are popular for holiday lights, and many residential streets also feature festive decorations each year.
The main Christmas market is held in the Market Place, and local makers often participate in craft fairs and events around town during December.
Viewing the Christmas lights, attending the market, and joining community events like the lights switch-on are all free or low-cost ways to enjoy the season in Selby.
Families can enjoy the Christmas market, lights switch-on, Santa visits, and festive activities at local venues, making Selby a welcoming place for children during the holidays.