Light Up Halifax – Saturday 15 November 2025
This year marks the very first Light Up Halifax, a brand-new event launching six weeks of Christmas in Halifax. Taking place on Saturday 15 November, the day will be packed with live entertainment, family fun and festive experiences right across the town centre – all leading up to a spectacular light and music finale in the evening.
There’s plenty happening throughout the day, so wrap up warm, bring your family and friends, and make a full day of it.
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.
Plan Your Visit
With so much happening across Halifax, this is the perfect way to kick off the festive season, enjoy the town’s atmosphere and support local businesses along the way.
Light Up Halifax marks the start of six magical weeks of Christmas in Halifax – join us on Saturday 15 November and be part of something special.