412 upcoming events in Central England · page 8 of 18
November 2026
Adam Riches IS Sean Bean IN 'How the Bean Saved Christmas'
A comedy theatre show at Theatre@41 in York.
Christmas at Alton Towers
Festive rides, live entertainment and Christmas markets at Alton Towers Resort.
Dick Whittington and His Cat
Doncaster's Cast theatre presents its family Christmas pantomime Dick Whittington and His Cat, running from late November into the new year.
Scarborough Sparkle 2026
A three-day festive celebration at Scarborough's Open Air Theatre featuring Christmas market stalls, live entertainment, family activities, and seasonal food and drink.
The Last Letter to Santa, Dudley Canal & Caverns
Family boat-trip Christmas event running Fridays to Sundays through late November and December at Dudley Canal and Caverns.
Artist and Maker Fair
A craft and art fair held at Castle Howard Arboretum featuring local artists and makers.
Cathedral Quarter Ice Rink 2026, Market Place
A seasonal outdoor ice rink set up in Derby Market Place throughout the Christmas period, a popular festive activity for families and friends exploring the city centre's Cathedral Quarter.
Christmas at Black Country Living Museum
Festive evenings through the historic town with carollers, open fires, traditional treats and a hunt for Santa's Black Country grotto.
Christmas Craft Market at Ampleforth Abbey
Christmas craft market near York at Ampleforth Abbey.
Finlay Christie: New Super Special Secret Tour
Stand-up comedy at Theatre@41, York.
Ford & Etal Christmas Market
Popular Christmas market across the Ford and Etal Estates near Berwick-upon-Tweed with over 70 stalls, vintage buses and a tree trail.
Santa's Grotto at Dudley Zoo and Castle
Visit Santa in his Grotto set within the walls of Dudley's 11th-century castle, see the animals, and view the reindeer.
Santa's Grotto at Dudley Zoo and Castle
Meet Father Christmas in his grotto within Dudley Castle grounds, part of the zoo's festive season programme.
Skerryvore live at Bridlington Spa
Scottish folk-rock band Skerryvore live.
The First Advent Procession
A traditional Advent procession service held at York Minster.
York Minster Advent Procession
Candlelit Advent services at York Minster.
York Minster Christmas Tree Festival
Dozens of decorated Christmas trees displayed inside York Minster cathedral to mark the start of the festive season.
Bakewell Christmas Sparkle
Christmas market and festive event at Bakewell Agricultural Business Centre with local stalls and seasonal entertainment.
Bridlington Christmas Lights Switch-On
Festive light switch-on event on King Street, Bridlington, with illuminations and community entertainment.
Dalby Forest Winter Trail Runs
Organised winter trail running event through Dalby Forest.
Doncaster City 10K 2026
A 10K road race around Doncaster city centre starting and finishing at Doncaster Racecourse.
Scarborough Winter Trail Run
A winter trail running event held in and around Scarborough.
Derby Book Festival (Autumn Edition)
Autumn edition of Derby Book Festival with author talks.