Christmas in Leicester

Christmas in Leicester promises to be full of magical moments packed with festive activities, celebrating the best the city has to offer! From taking a ride on the 35m high Wheel of Light, browsing your way through the Christmas Market, taking the family to the panto or simply enjoying the Christmas spirit at the Clock Tower next to the 44ft high tree.

Save the date for Leicester’s Christmas Lights Switch on, taking place on Wednesday 18 November!

Christmas Guide coming soon
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Christmas Competition

We'll be running our fantastic FREE Christmas in Leicester Competition again, with great prizes from across the city!

Christmas Shopping

  • Do your Christmas Shopping in Leicester

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    The shops will be brimming with Christmas gifts and the many restaurants, cafés and bars provide a welcome break from all that hectic retail therapy. Look out for all the new names that have opened in the city centre since this time last year.

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