What's On in Carlisle 2023 | Christmas Events
Christmas is my favourite time of year! Every year we love to get festive and attend local events for the 2023 Christmas season. From the Christmas Market in the city centre to wreath making workshops, I've collated everything you need to know about Christmas events coming up in Carlisle.
Events in November
Carlisle Christmas Light Switch-On
Where? Carlisle City Centre
When? Sunday 19th November, 15:00-17:30
Chesney Hawkes is headlining this year's Christmas Light Switch-On in town. If you don't want to hang around in the cold, the lights will be switched on at 17:00, so head into town for then!
Festive Wreath Making Workshop
Where? Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery
When? Wednesday 29th November, 18:30-21:00
Tickets cost £55, which includes all the materials and refreshments.
For further information visit tullie.org.uk
Events in December
Christmas Market
Where? Carlisle City Centre
When? Friday 1st December to Sunday 17th December
For more information visit discovercarlisle.co.uk
Quirky Eclectica Christmas Fayre
Where? Carlisle Cathedral
When? Friday 1st December, 10:00-20:00 and Saturday 2nd December, 10:00-16:00
Find perfect Christmas gifts for your loved ones from local Artisan sellers. A great way to support small businesses and find something special for family, friends, and even yourself!
Paint Nativity Stones
Where? Fratry Undercroft at Carlisle Cathedral
When? Monday 4th December, 10:30-11:30
Entry is free, but donations are welcome. Try your hand at painting a Nativity Scene on Stones, with free tea and coffee provided.
For further information visit carlislecathedral.org.uk
Jack and the Beanstalk Panto
Where? Harraby Theatre
When? Friday 8th to Sunday 10th December
Tickets are just £5, and this is a great opportunity to get down to a panto - especially as The Sands Centre has had to extend its auditorium closure.
For more information visit harrabytheatre.co.uk
N.B.: This pantomime is now sold out.
The Winter City Walking Tour
Where? Tours start at Carlisle Railway Station
When? Saturday 16th December, 13:00-14:30
Tours are £8 per adult, with a free coffee from Watts Coffee Shop included.
For more information visit discovercarlisle.co.uk
Christmas Jumper Race Day
Where? Carlisle Racecourse
When? Sunday 17th December
Admission prices from £16.50 with access to all public areas on the ground floor, including all eateries.
For more information visit thejockeyclub.co.uk
Christmas Family Crafts
Where? Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery
When? Wednesday 20th December to Friday 22nd December, 13:00-16:00
Get down to Tullie House to enjoy some Christmas crafts. Plus, children are free with adult admission.
For more information visit tullie.org.uk
Wishing you and yours a very happy Christmas from all of us!
For more posts about Christmas, visit the Christmas category page. Are you a big fan of Christmas? Feel free to let me know what your favourite thing about Christmas is in the comments section below.
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