Light Up Halifax

Christmas officially begins in Halifax on Saturday 15th November as we celebrate Light Up Halifax!  Enjoy a full day of festive fun across the town centre – with live entertainment, music, street performers, family activities, and plenty of seasonal sparkle to get you in the Christmas spirit.

What’s On

10am–5pm: Children’s Fairground Rides (Southgate)
11am–4pm: Elf Academy Workshop inside Halifax Borough Market
From 11am: Roaming characters bringing laughter and festive mischief
The Grinch will be out and about trying (and failing) to ruin Christmas – grab a selfie if you spot him
The Yorkshire Elves, Ebor n Gum, will be spreading joy and musical mayhem
The Christmas Carriage featuring Scrooge and Mr Scratchit singing carols through town
Liver Cottage Christmas Kitchen – a musical cooking show filled with laughs
Giant Snow Globe open from 11am for the perfect festive photo
Live bands and choirs performing throughout the day

Festive Lights & Music Finale

From 5–6pm, head to Woolshops for the Festive Lights & Music Finale. The evening will feature a short laser show and live drumming from the Katumba Band – an energetic, feel-good performance to close the day in style.

More Festive Fun Across Town

It’s also the first weekend of The Piece Hall Christmas Markets, offering unique gifts, local crafts and seasonal treats. At Woolshops, families can take part in a Gingerbread Workshop, and we’ll also be launching our brand-new Christmas Trail and Gifting Trees across the town centre.

Make a day of it in Halifax – shop local, enjoy a bite to eat, and experience the magic of Christmas in our town.