Shrewsbury Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Shrewsbury and surrounding areas
Shrewsbury embraces the Christmas season with Holiday lights along the River Severn and a calendar of seasonal events in the historic town centre and around Shrewsbury Castle. The market streets host festive attractions, caroling events and family workshops that enrich the season. Visit Christmas at Attingham Park and the 2025 Follies Safari at Hawkstone Park for Christmas lights, holiday attractions and a variety of things to do this winter.
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Christmas Parties
23 eventsDance through the decades at a festive Christmas party night.
Christmas Markets
19 eventsFestive market outside Chester Town Hall.
Christmas Lights
18 eventsFairytale characters and houses in a woodland setting with included rides.
Christmas Shows
13 eventsWorld premiere choral piece in a historic church setting.
Christmas Activities
26 eventsChristmas panto mash-up adventure inside a historic house.
Editor's Picks (6)
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Chester Christmas Market
(Chester)
Festive market outside Chester Town Hall.
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Blists Hill Victorian Christmas Weekends
(Telford)
Authentic Victorian Christmas experience with steam train rides
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Wonderland Midlands Winter Wonderland
(Telford)
Fairytale characters and houses in a woodland setting with included rides.
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Winterland Wolverhampton
(Wolverhampton)
Real ice skating rink and winter funfair
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Christmas at Attingham Park
Historic mansion decorated for Christmas with a family reindeer trail.
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Santa Specials
(Llanfair Caereinion)
Magical steam train journey to meet Santa.
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Shrewsbury Christmas Events Map
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Shrewsbury Christmas FAQ
The biggest annual Christmas events in Shrewsbury include the Yuletide Market & Light the Common on the Town Common and the Shrewsbury Holiday Craft and Vendor Fair at the Sportsman Club. These events draw locals and visitors for festive shopping and light displays.
Shrewsbury’s tradition of lighting up the Town Common with over 31,000 lights during the Yuletide Market is a unique community celebration. The event combines local vendors, food trucks, and entertainment, creating a distinctive holiday experience.
Neighborhoods near the Town Common and other residential areas around Shrewsbury are known for their festive displays. These neighborhood displays offer charming walking trails to enjoy local holiday lights.
Christmas markets and local makers can be found at the Shrewsbury Holiday Craft and Vendor Fair at the Sportsman Club and the Yuletide Market on the Town Common. These venues showcase a variety of artisan goods and festive vendor stalls.
Free activities include visiting the Yuletide Market & Light the Common event and exploring neighborhood light displays. These offer festive fun without cost, perfect for budget-conscious visitors and families.
Family-friendly options include the Yuletide Market with its festive lights and entertainment, as well as the Holiday Craft and Vendor Fair, which often features free pictures with Santa and kid-friendly activities.