Chesterfield events

Forthcoming Events

Christmas street entertainment

As part of Christmas in Chesterfield, Chesterfield Borough Council has arranged a variety of different street entertainment for the town centre to keep you entertained whilst you do your Christmas shopping.


The Penguin Family

Waddle your way over to meet Crumpet the Elf and his mischievous penguin friends!

These larger-than-life birds love to play, pose for photos, and might even chatter about their favourite fish. A delightful mix of puppetry, costumes and comedy that’s sure to charm the whole family.

 

Kenny and Ronnie’s Christmas Market

Two cheeky cockney barrow boys bring their ‘shop that comes to you’ to town.

Expect bizarre inventions, quirky festive gadgets, and a good dose of banter – all delivered with festive tunes and plenty of laughs.

Bernice and Matthew, unplucked, live and acoustic, tour the land with their feathery combination of tap dance, turkey talk and shopping tips. Wandering entertainment and short static shows from two charismatic birds.

 

Bubble Beat Elves and Carol Singing Christmas Crackers

The Bubble Beat Elves will sneak about with their dance moves, giant bubbles, and festive fun, spreading Christmas cheer wherever they go.

Plus, keep an eye out for the Carol Singing Christmas Crackers – full of jokes, songs, and audience fun. Children will love them, parents will laugh at them, and everyone can join in with their ‘name that tune’ singalong!

 

Giant Juggling Elves

Mischievous elves on stilts will dazzle you with circus tricks, comedy and plenty of Christmas cheer.

Tall, funny, and unforgettable, they’ll have you ho-ho-ho-ing all afternoon.

 

Bad Santas and Celebrity Reindeer

Get ready for Christmas like you’ve never seen it before! The Bad Santas bring breakdancing, music, and plenty of festive silliness on their mobile dance floor.

Meanwhile, Prancer and Dancer, two fabulous ‘celebrity’ reindeer, will strut through town with light-up antlers, cheeky moves, and plenty of gossip about Santa himself.

 

A Christmas Carriage

Scrooge and Mr Scratchit roll into town on a wildly decorated carriage. Expect music, laughter, and plenty of “bah humbug” from Scrooge – but the more he tries to spoil Christmas, the more fun you’ll have watching!

 

Inka the Polar Bear

Step into a winter wonderland and meet Inka, a life-sized polar bear, along with her cubs and Sami companion. Gentle, awe-inspiring and interactive, this magical encounter is perfect for photos and a chance to reflect on the beauty of the Arctic.


How to enjoy

All entertainment is free. Just turn up, enjoy, and let a little extra Christmas magic surprise you while you shop.

Need some help with your Christmas shopping? Browse our Christmas gift guide.

For more information, visit the Chesterfield Borough Council website.

This event is organised by Chesterfield Borough Council.


Discover Christmas in Chesterfield

Curious about what’s happening this Christmas in Chesterfield? Browse our experiences, events, gift ideas, and even enter our “Best of Chesterfield” competition.

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Venue

  • Chesterfield Town Centre

Dates

  • Kenny and Ronnie’s Christmas Market
    12:00pm - 3.30pm
  • Bubble Beat Elves and Carol Singing Christmas Crackers
    12:00pm - 3.30pm
  • Giant Juggling Elves
    12:00pm - 3.30pm
  • Bad Santas and Celebrity Reindeer
    12:00pm - 3.30pm
  • A Christmas Carriage
    12:00pm - 3.30pm
  • Inka the Polar Bear
    12:00pm - 3.30pm

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