Sheffield Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Sheffield and surrounding areas
Sheffield lights up for the festive season with Holiday lights and Christmas lights around the city center and Winter Garden. Don’t miss Sheffield Christmas Markets, the Aladdin Pantomime, or Illuminate the Gardens for magical evenings under sparkling displays. The city offers holiday attractions and seasonal entertainment from concerts to family activities, with cozy market stalls and light shows that turn cultural landmarks into inviting gathering places for shoppers and holiday revelers alike.
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Christmas Parties
26 eventsFestive a la carte dining with locally sourced ingredients
Christmas Markets
25 eventsHistoric estate transformed for Christmas with house, garden light trail, and market.
Christmas Lights
17 eventsDazzling light art installations illuminating the city center.
Christmas Shows
8 eventsFamily pantomime with indoor rides and attractions
Other Christmas Activities
24 eventsMagical breakfast with Santa and gift from his workshop.
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Christmas at Chatsworth
(Bakewell)
Historic estate transformed for Christmas with house, garden light trail, and market.
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Sheffield Christmas Markets
Over 60 log cabins with local traders and Alpine Bars
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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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Gulliver's Valley Presents Sleeping Beauty Pantomime
Family pantomime with indoor rides and attractions
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Aladdin Pantomime
Award-winning pantomime with celebrity cast
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The biggest annual events include Light Up Sheffield, which features large-scale light projections on key landmarks, and the traditional Sheffield Christmas Market in the city centre, both drawing large crowds each year.
Sheffield celebrates its community spirit through events like the Christmas Tree Festival inside Sheffield Cathedral, where local charities decorate trees, highlighting the city’s charitable and artistic traditions during the holidays.
Sheffield city centre is the focal point for major light displays, while neighborhoods near Pounds Park and areas hosting community light trails offer charming neighborhood displays worth exploring.
You can find Christmas markets and local makers primarily in Sheffield city centre and at Sharrow Vale market, both known for their artisan stalls and festive vendor offerings.
Free activities include visiting the Light Up Sheffield projections and exploring neighborhood light displays. Additionally, many markets offer free entry, and seasonal walks in parks with holiday decorations provide budget-friendly options.
Family-friendly options include the Christmas Tree Festival at Sheffield Cathedral, festive markets with craft activities, and seasonal walks like the Snowman™ trail at Sheffield Park and Garden, which features decorated sculptures and interactive fun.