MAKE IT LEEDS
FROM NOVEMBER 8
The Leeds Light switch-on marks the official start of the city’s ‘Make it Leeds this Christmas’ campaign which will feature a number of special events and activities including the annual Christkindelmarkt. Millennium Square will be transformed into a scenic winter village for one of the UK’s most established German markets from November 8 to December 21. millsqleeds.com/ christmasmarket
YORK CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL
NOVEMBER 14– DECEMBER 22
St Nicholas Fair, winner of the Best Large Speciality Market at the Great British Market Awards, comes to the city. Search out fine Yorkshire produce from crafters and makers in the Made in Yorkshire Yuletide Village or visit the alpine chalets in Parliament Street for traditional Christmas gifts. Wander down the Kings Square to the fun fair. visityork.org/whats-on/ christmas.
HARROGATE CHRISTMAS MARKET
NOVEMBER 14–17
A four-day festive market with products from the town and county. Browse more than 200 stalls selling everything from cheese and chutneys for your festive tables to handmade gifts and decorations for your home. The kids will love Santa’s Grotto and being able to see real reindeer. harrogatechristmas market.org.
SHEFFIELD CHRISTMAS MARKETS
NOVEMBER 14–24
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