Leicester Festivals & Events

24/11/2024

Jubilee Square’s real ice rink is back from Thursday 5 December to Sunday 5 January. With its covered roof, skaters can show off their best moves, come rain or shine and with super off-peak pricing there will be opportunities to skate for just £7 per person at selected dates. Book now ticketsource.co.uk/iceskateleicester

23/11/2024

Due to the strong wind’s forecast over the weekend, some rides and stalls in the city centre will remain closed. We apologise for any inconvenience if you had planned to visit us today. We will do our best to keep a limited number of attractions open but there is a possibility of a full closure if the situation worsens.
The Christmas Fair is open daily on Humberstone Gate until early January so we hope to see you soon!
Have a safe and wonderful weekend 💚

22/11/2024

Back this year is Santa's Inclusive Grotto at 20 Freeschool Lane. It's specially designed for children with special needs and their families. It's a calm, understanding, and accessible environment where every child can meet Santa at their own pace. It's completely free and staffed by a wonderful team of volunteers.

Bookings are filling up so click below to reserve your spot https://ow.ly/zZNh50Uczph

22/11/2024

The highlight of is the Ice Skate Leicester Real Ice Rink! It's opening on 5 December, but if you've got questions, we've got the answers! From pricing to cloakrooms to what's happening around the rink to special event nights, click below to read our new blog.

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21/11/2024

Thank you to everybody who joined us yesterday to light up the city! We'd love to know your thoughts to help us plan and improve future events. Complete our short survey and be entered into our prize draw consultations.leicester.gov.uk/communications/7abed2c9
Follow us Leicester Festivals & Events for updates on what is planned for the festive season

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21/11/2024

20/11/2024

Thank you to everybody who joined us tonight to kick off ! We'd love to know your thoughts to help us plan and improve future events. Complete our short survey and be entered into our prize draw consultations.leicester.gov.uk/communications/7abed2c9
More event pics to come, follow us Leicester Festivals & Events for updates on future events

20/11/2024

The tree is lit and the lights are on! Here's to a great

20/11/2024

Crowds are building for Leicester Christmas Lights Switch On. Join us at Clock Tower, Town Hall Square and across the city centre for the official countdown at 6.30pm!

20/11/2024

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20/11/2024

Call out for artists for Light Up Leicester

🚨 Calling All Artists! 🚨 New Light Up Leicester Commission here! 🚨

Light Up Leicester 2025 is on the lookout for an artist to work with Leicester's primary schools and community groups to co-create a vibrant storytelling light trail through our city centre! 🌟 With a £9,000 fee to bring this project to life, you’ll guide participants in crafting illuminated art that weaves together inspiring stories of Leicester’s future.

Here’s your chance to create impactful public art while engaging with the community to make this festival truly unforgettable!

Festival Dates: 12-15 March 2025
Install Dates: 10-11 March
Application Deadline: Sunday 8 December 2024, midnight

Ready to Light Up Leicester with us? Apply now! 👇
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20/11/2024

Looking forward to welcoming thousands of you to this evening's Leicester Christmas Lights Switch On. Join us from 5pm for entertainment across the city centre, including traditional choirs and brass bands in Town Hall Square, the funfair in Humberstone Gate, street entertainers and appearances by stars of De Montfort Hall panto, Snow White. Full details at christmasinleicester.co.uk

19/11/2024

Leicester's lights go on tomorrow evening! From the moment itself, the Christmas Market, the Big Wheel and more, if you want to know exactly when, where and how, just click below to read our blog for all the info you need about the start of

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19/11/2024

If you're coming to tomorrow's (20 Nov) Leicester Christmas Lights Switch On check out what is taking place at Haymarket Shopping Centre during the evening!

Come along this Wednesday for plenty of festive entertainment as we take part in Leicester’s Lights Switch On (from 4.30pm). 🤩

🎅 Santa will make an appearance, and there will be musical performances from local talent, including reggae singer Tanni Browne, the Musical Village Choir and Leicester Central Pathfinders Drum Core. Plus, enjoy dance performances from Akshara Group and Sensational Vibes. 🎅🎶

After the city centre lights have been switched on, the Nutcracker Band will lead the crowd into Haymarket where stars of De Montfort Hall’s pantomime, Divina de Campo and Jack Ballard, will switch on our all new Christmas lights at 6.45pm! ✨

PLUS... there's a hint of nostalgia too – look out for the return of an old favourite! 👀🎄🌟

19/11/2024

The countdown to is on! The festivities kick off tomorrow, Wednesday 20 November, when we look forward to welcoming thousands of you to Leicester Christmas Lights Switch On. Join us from 5pm for entertainment across the city centre, including traditional choirs and brass bands in Town Hall Square, the funfair in Humberstone Gate, street entertainers and appearances by stars of De Montfort Hall panto, Snow White. Full details at christmasinleicester.co.uk

18/11/2024

We may be crossing our fingers for snow tonight, but Highcross Leicester are guaranteeing you the white stuff as part of their celebrations. Guaranteed flurries on the 20, 23, 24 and 30 November!