Christmas Events
The best Christmas events and festive markets in the Peak District and Derbyshire.
Christmas is a wonderful time to visit the Peak District and Derbyshire; the air is fresher, towns and villages are festooned with twinkling festive lights, and shops and markets are filled with presents and festive cheer!
Wrap up warm and explore fabulous frozen landscapes, discover one of the many great Christmas markets and festive events, then warm-up by the fire with a glass of mulled wine in a cosy country pub or restaurant. From elf trails to winter food festivals, there's something for the whole family to enjoy!
Winter breaks are full of relaxed evenings, fresh mornings and frosty walks, with great things to do and local food to savour. It's a season that lets you see places in a new light and offers new experiences that you just can't enjoy at any other time of year - not to mention the huge variety of magical Christmas activities and events throughout December.
As the days become shorter, enjoy a winter holiday in the Peak District and Derbyshire and dive head first into seasonal celebrations. Relax by an open fire in a cosy cottage in the middle of the countryside, discover historic pubs in hidden valleys, or wrap up warm and venture on frosty walks on river banks and through forests.
Savour festive food as you browse the stalls at the best Christmas markets in Derbyshire or ignite your festive spirit at unmissable Christmas events, ranging from carol-singing in a cavern to steam train rides with Santa Claus.
Featured Christmas Events
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Lights of Abraham
This winter, experience the Heights of Abraham in a brand new light as we present our stunning light trail
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Chatsworth Christmas Market
Soak up the atmosphere and start your Christmas shopping at the Chatsworth Christmas market.
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Christmas at Chatsworth
Discover the magic of Christmas at Chatsworth: A Christmas Feast.
9th November 2024 - 5th January 2025
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Chatsworth Christmas Market
Soak up the atmosphere and start your Christmas shopping at the Chatsworth Christmas market.
9th November 2024 - 1st December 2024
12:00 am
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Christmas Teenage Market at Bolsover
The Teenage Market is back with a festive twist for this year’s Christmas Market edition!
9th November 2024
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
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Christmas House Tours at Thornbridge Hall
Immerse yourself in the magic of Christmas on one of our "never-ordinary" house tours.
13th November 2024 - 18th December 2024
11:00 am - 2:00 pm
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Mercatum Christmas Artisan Markets at Haddon Hall
This winter, Haddon Hall will host its renowned Mercatum Christmas Markets over four weekends.
13th November 2024 - 15th December 2024
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Christmas Markets at Thornbridge Estate
Get ready for a holly-jolly Christmas shopping experience! Our Christmas Markets are back and bigger than ever, running over 4 magical weekends in…
15th November 2024 - 17th November 2024
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
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Leek's Christmas Lights Switch On
Christmas Lights & Christmas Tree illuminated for the Christmas festive season
15th November 2024
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A Christmas Carol at Buxton Pavilion Arts Centre
Chapterhouse Theatre Company is proud to perform Charles Dickens’ timeless tale, A Christmas Carol
15th November 2024 - 17th November 2024
7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
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