Shipley Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Shipley and surrounding areas
Shipley brings the Christmas season to life with holiday activities and Christmas lights along the Leeds-Liverpool Canal and through the Saltaire conservation area, creating a picturesque setting for seasonal fun. The Saltaire Living Advent Calendar is a standout event, paired with local festive events and markets that showcase artisan gifts and community performances. Whether you’re following an evening lights trail or visiting market stalls, Shipley offers a range of holiday attractions and things to do for families and friends.
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Christmas Parties
20 eventsFestive a la carte dining with locally sourced ingredients
Christmas Lights
17 eventsSpectacular fire art installations and Christmas lights switch-on.
Christmas Markets
16 eventsVictorian-themed Christmas village with artisan markets and torchlight procession.
Christmas Shows
10 eventsChristmas-themed poetry show with a celebrated slam poet
Christmas Activities
35 eventsImmersive festive adventure with Father Christmas and elves.
Editor's Picks (6)
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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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East Lancashire Railway Santa Specials
(Bury)
Magical steam train journey with Santa Claus
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Stockeld Park Winter Illuminations
(Wetherby)
Yorkshire's most magical Christmas light show
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12 Days of Christmas Trail
(Skipton)
Solve a Christmas carol mystery on a woodland trail.
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Father Christmas at Bolton Abbey 2025
(Skipton)
Bushcraft adventure meets Father Christmas in a woodland village.
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Christmas in Haworth
(Keighley)
Victorian-themed Christmas village with artisan markets and torchlight procession.
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Shipley Christmas Events Map
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Shipley Christmas FAQ
The biggest annual event is the Shipley Christmas Lights Switch-On held in Market Square each November, featuring live entertainment and festive activities. This event officially kicks off the holiday season in the town.
Shipley’s community-focused Christmas Lights Switch-On and the local neighborhood displays create a strong tradition of communal celebration, emphasizing family-friendly events and local participation.
The areas around Shipley Market Square and nearby residential streets are known for their festive decorations and neighborhood displays, making them popular spots for light viewing.
Christmas markets are primarily held in Shipley Market Square and community halls, featuring local makers and vendors offering crafts, gifts, and seasonal food and drink.
Enjoying the free neighborhood light displays, attending the Christmas Lights Switch-On event, and visiting local markets with no admission fees are great budget-friendly ways to celebrate the season in Shipley.
Families can enjoy the festive switch-on event with its free entertainment, strolls through decorated neighborhoods, and visits to local markets offering kid-friendly crafts and treats.