Christmas Activities & Events Northants 2025
From sparkling light switch-ons to magical trails and heartwarming family shows, Northants is brimming with Christmas cheer. Here’s your guide to the best Christmas activities and events happening across the county in 2025.
CHRISTMAS LIGHTS SWITCH ON
22nd November 2025
Market Square, 12PM - 6PM
Celebrate the start of the festive season at Northampton’s Christmas lights switch on this November. The free event, organised by Northampton Town Council, returns to Market Square with live entertainment, community stalls, festive workshops and activities. Join the Mayor of Northampton, pantomime performers and Santa as we mark the countdown to Christmas.
Market Square, Northampton NN1 2DL
toddleabout.co.uk/company/northampton-town-council
THE MAGICAL FOREST TRAIL
November - December 2025
Canons Ashby, 10AM - 3:30PM
Can you help Merlin the Wizard find his way through the magical forest? Head to Canons Ashby this festive season for their Magical Forest Trail! Help Merlin the Wizard find his way through the forest using your trail clues, and don't forget to pick up your festive prize at the end!
Canons Ashby, Northants, NN11 3SD
toddleabout.co.uk/company/canons-ashby-national-trust
TODDLER SKATES
Whilton Locks Garden Village
November - January 2025
Join the fun and bring your little ones for an exclusive Parent and Toddler ice skate. You and your young children, aged 4 and under, can enjoy the ice and can either use full traditional skates or twin bladed ice skates for added stability. Pushchairs are allowed on the ice too!
Whilton, Daventry NN11 2NH
toddleabout.co.uk/company/whilton-locks-garden-village
MOG'S CHRISTMAS
Royal and Derngate
6th - 31st December 2025
It’s Christmas time, and the Thomas family are looking back on the past year and all the adventures they’ve shared with their cat, Mog. Amidst the festive chaos, will Mog ever come inside for Christmas? Join Mog and the Thomas family for a heartwarming Christmas adventure filled with surprises, snowy mischief, and the true meaning of family.
19 - 21 Guildhall Road, Northampton, NN1 1DP
toddleabout.co.uk/company/royal-derngate-northampton
TODDLE ABOUT LIVE!
UoN Creative Hub, 10AM - 3PM
23rd November 2025
This year, we’re turning up the festive cheer with a bigger, brighter, and more Christmassy experience for families with young children. Step into a winter wonderland packed with joyful activities, sparkly surprises, and seasonal fun for little ones (and their grown-ups too!). Limited Santa tickets still bookable!
Creative Hub, University of Northampton, NN4 8RR
toddleabout.co.uk/live-events/northampton
STANDING IN THE WINGS
Lamport Hall, 11AM - 12PM
5th, 12th, 19th December 2025
Standing In The Wings brings words to life through warm, engaging stories and poem readings that make you feel as though you’re part of the tale. Step into our magical decorated Tudor House to read festive stories suitable for all ages by the fire. Price includes a Christmas themed sweet treat.
Lamport, Northampton NN6 9HD
toddleabout.co.uk/company/lamport-hall