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Go along to the famous 'Crooked Spire' Church to see a variety of Christmas trees all decorated by different people and groups within the community.
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CHESTERFIELD CHRISTMAS LIGHTS SWITCH ON & MARKET
Sunday 17th November 2019
Chesterfield Christmas lights switch on is back – and this year is promises to be bigger and better than ever!
Chesterfield Christmas lights switch on is back – and this year is promises to be bigger and better than ever!
The event gets underway from 12noon with the Market Place full of stalls, games and rides.
The stage show starts at 3.30pm and the Christmas Lights Switch-on will take place at 4.45pm
SANTA'S GROTTO
17, 23, 30 November
7, 14-24 December
Visit Father Christmas in his magical grotto at Chesterfield Market Hall from the 17th November.
SANTA SPECIAL BOAT TRIPS
Dates throughout November and December
The popular trips on the Chesterfield Canal with Santa on board will be running again this Christmas.
The popular trips on the Chesterfield Canal with Santa on board will be running again this Christmas.
Booking and advance payment is essential – All children get a small gift and adults get a drink and mince pie!
CHRISTMAS AT REVOLUTION HOUSE
Thursday 14th December - Saturday 31st December
See Revolution House decorated for a traditional 17th century Christmas this festive period.
See Revolution House decorated for a traditional 17th century Christmas this festive period.
Don't miss the Carol Concert on Wednesday 18th December from 6:30pm
A FESTIVAL OF CHRISTMAS TREES
Saturday 16th November - Sunday 1st December
Don’t miss this year’s Christmas Tree Festival at the famous ‘Crooked Spire’ Church with a variety of Christmas trees all decorated by different people and groups within the community.
Don’t miss this year’s Christmas Tree Festival at the famous ‘Crooked Spire’ Church with a variety of Christmas trees all decorated by different people and groups within the community.
ASHGATE HOSPICECARE’S CHRISTMAS MARKET
Saturday 16th November 2019
There will be food including minced pies and mulled wine, gift and craft stalls and games – all to raise vital funds for Ashgate Hospicecare.
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There will be food including minced pies and mulled wine, gift and craft stalls and games – all to raise vital funds for Ashgate Hospicecare.
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CHESTERFIELD
ARTISAN MARKET
Sunday 24th November and Sunday 22nd December
CHRISTMAS AT MATLOCK FARM PARK
From 30th November
Visit Santa at Matlock Farm Park this Christmas!
Visit Santa at Matlock Farm Park this Christmas!
Enjoy a pony ride to the grotto and posting your letter to the North Pole with the help of a friendly Elf, before meeting Santa in his grotto!
THE SNOWMAN
Wednesday 4th December 2019
Experience the magic of The Snowman in a whole new way this Christmas The world’s most prolific performers of The Snowman film with live orchestra.
Experience the magic of The Snowman in a whole new way this Christmas The world’s most prolific performers of The Snowman film with live orchestra.
JACK AND THE BEANSTALK
Friday 6th December 2019 - Sunday 5th January 2020
Pantomime returns to Chesterfield with the classic tale of Jack and the Beanstalk. Expect breathtaking scenery, dazzling costumes, spectacular singing and dancing and of course, plenty of traditional pantomime fun!
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Pantomime returns to Chesterfield with the classic tale of Jack and the Beanstalk. Expect breathtaking scenery, dazzling costumes, spectacular singing and dancing and of course, plenty of traditional pantomime fun!
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CHRISTMAS FAMILY ACTIVITY DAY AT BARROW HILL ROUNDHOUSE
Saturday 7th December 2019
Bring your family to Barrow Hill Roundhouse this Christmas for all sorts of jolly and science themed festive fun.
Bring your family to Barrow Hill Roundhouse this Christmas for all sorts of jolly and science themed festive fun.
FESTIVE BRASS
Saturday 14th December 2019
Ireland Colliery Chesterfield Band welcome you to join in the Christmas time festive cheer at the Crooked Spire.
Ireland Colliery Chesterfield Band welcome you to join in the Christmas time festive cheer at the Crooked Spire.
ASHGATE HOSPICECARE LIGHT UP A LIFE
Sunday 8th December
Dedicate a Star to a loved one this Christmas through Ashgate Hospicecare Light up a Life, and take part in the Light up a Life Ceremony
Dedicate a Star to a loved one this Christmas through Ashgate Hospicecare Light up a Life, and take part in the Light up a Life Ceremony
FOREVER YOUNG SENIOR CHRISTMAS LUNCH
Monday 9th, 16th and 23rd December
Head along and join in the festive fun with friends and like mined people. Enjoy a traditional lunch and then dance the afternoon away with sounds from the good old days.
ED BYRNE - IF I'M HONEST
Thursday 12th December
HADY MINIATURE TRAIN SANTA SPECIAL
Sunday 8th December and Sunday 15th December
Accompany Santa on a train on the miniature railway at Hady Hill with Chesterfield and District Model Engineering Society.
Accompany Santa on a train on the miniature railway at Hady Hill with Chesterfield and District Model Engineering Society.
REWIND YOUR CHRISTMAS
Saturday 14th December
CHRISTMAS WITH THE PHIL
Sunday 15th December
Join Chesterfield Philharmonic Choir for their festive concert at the Crooked Spire Church from 2:30pm.
CAROLS AT THE CASTLE
Thursday 19th December
Join in the Christmas celebrations at Bolsover Castle with carols sung by Chesterfield Philharmonic Choir in the stunning surroundings of the Riding School.
SPOTLIGHT COMEDY CLUB CHRISTMAS SPECIAL
Thursday 19th December 2019
Have a laugh with your friends this Christmas at the Spotlight Comedy Club Christmas Special. Comedians include: Jo Caulfield, Alun Cochrane, Jack Carroll.
Have a laugh with your friends this Christmas at the Spotlight Comedy Club Christmas Special. Comedians include: Jo Caulfield, Alun Cochrane, Jack Carroll.
CHESTERFIELD SANTA FUN RUN & WALK
Sunday 22nd December 2019
The Chesterfield Santa Fun Run & Walk is organised by the Cannon Events. All those taking part will receive their own Santa suit!
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The Chesterfield Santa Fun Run & Walk is organised by the Cannon Events. All those taking part will receive their own Santa suit!
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SANTA'S AFTERNOON TEA
22nd and 23rd December
CHRISTMAS SERVICES AT THE CROOKED SPIRE
TRADITIONAL GAMES DAYS
20-21 and 27-28 December
CHATSWORTH CHRISTMAS MARKET
Friday 15th November - Tuesday 3rd December
Where better to start your Christmas shopping than at the Chatsworth Christmas market?
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Where better to start your Christmas shopping than at the Chatsworth Christmas market?
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CHRISTMAS AT CHATSWORTH
9th November - 5th January
Be transported on a journey around the globe with Chatsworth this Christmas as you enter an immersive experience full of atmospheric lights, rich colours and the evocative sounds and scents of lands far, far away.
Enjoy a magical Christmas in Chesterfield
There’s a full programme of entertainment for Christmas in Chesterfield from traditional markets to stand up comedy and from gigs to musical concerts.
This year’s pantomime is the magical story of Jack and the Beanstalk with morning, matinee and evening performances. Don’t miss the chance to visit Father Christmas and share your Christmas list with him.
The magical Festival of Christmas Trees returns to the Crooked Spire Church with over 120 unique trees to discover.
There are great reasons to shop in Chesterfield this Christmas with lots of independent businesses offering handmade and bespoke gifts. Be sure to visit Chesterfield Market, The Shambles and The Yards, as well as the fantastic shops and restaurants on Chatsworth Road and Whittington Moor. You can also find all the high street names at Vicar Lane and The Pavements Shopping Centre, and on Ravenside Retail Park.
Shoppers can park for £3 for 3 hours in Chesterfield borough Council Car Parks and local residents can take advantage of the free parking in Chesterfield Borough Council car parks before 10am and after 3pm Mondays to Saturdays and all day on Sundays and bank holidays (terms and conditions apply).
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