From visiting Santa and a Christmas train ride, markets, lights, pantos and beautiful Chrismas hymns by candlelight, there’s something for everyone leading up to Christmas and beyond.
Take a look at our top picks for things to do this Christmas in Wakefield – we’ve got everything you need to make your festive season bright.
1. Forever After Christmas Market
Join Farmer Copleys at the Craft & Artisan Festive Makers Market and Christmas House. Enjoy all your Christmas shopping under one roof with a wonderful selection of handmade artisan gifts, where you’re sure to find something for everyone – or a little treat for yourself! November 16 and November 17, 10am-4pm. Free event. Visit www.experiencewakefield.co.uk for more information. Photo: s
2. Light Up
It’s back, and bigger than ever! Light Up kicks off the festive season with a series of events lighting up the district. Light Up events will be taking place at locations across the district in Wakefield city centre, Pontefract, Castleford, Ossett and partner locations ,with events including Christmas light switch-ons, festive markets, street entertainment and more. From now until Saturday, November 30. Visit www.experiencewakefield.co.uk for more information. Photo: s
3. Liquorice Santa
Children of all ages and their grown-ups are invited to Pontefract Museum to meet a very special Father Christmas – the one and only Liquorice Santa! Receive a gift and take part in the range of festive fun crafts and activities around the Museum bringing you Christmas cheer. Saturday, December 7 from 10am-3.30pm. Free event. Find out more at www.experiencewakefield.co.uk Photo: s
4. Pugneys Light Railway Christmas Wonder Ride
The Pugneys Light Railway Christmas Wonder Ride is back! Wrap up warm and board the train for a magical festive trip around the Pugneys Country Park lake after sundown. The perfect weekend treat for children (and their grown ups!) in the run up to Christmas. Saturday, December 7 to Sunday, December 22. Various times. Price is £6. Visit www.trybooking.com/uk/events/landing/69000 Photo: s