From twinkling lights to festive markets, Beverley is the place to be this Christmas.
The historic market town will be filled with festive fun this November and December, featuring a range of activities, events and celebrations.
Here is what locals and visitors can expect from Beverley this Christmas:
Now until Thursday, 31 December: Reindeer Rampage
Help round up the herd for Father Christmas by taking part in this year’s Reindeer Rampage Christmas Trail around Beverley town centre. Pick up a free trail map from the Tourist Information Centre at Champney Treasure House for a chance to win a fantastic prize. For more information visit: What's On | Beverley Festival of Christmas 2026
Friday, 13 November: Flemingate Christmas Lights Switch On
The start of Christmas festivities in Beverley sees a range of entertainment, music and fireworks from 5pm - 7pm, including the chance to visit a range of retailers and restaurants in the area.
Friday, 4 December until Sunday, 13 December: Beverley Minster Christmas Tree Festival
A twinkling collection of more than 150 Christmas trees will be on display in Beverley Minster with entry costs at £6 for adults and free entry for accompanying children (under 18). Visit: beverleyminster.org.uk for more information including late night opening times.
Saturdays in December: Festive Saturday Markets
Beverley’s weekly Saturday Market will continue throughout December, with an additional festive market, taking place on Christmas Eve, Thursday, 24 December, 9am to 2pm.
Sunday, 13 December: Beverley Festival of Christmas
The season’s biggest event, Beverley Festival of Christmas, supported by The Beverley Arms, will return for its 30th year anniversary. The festival will transform Beverley into a Christmas shoppers’ wonderland with more than 120 stalls.
Santa and his reindeer will be joining the celebrations as part of the parade from 10am and there will be plenty to keep the whole family entertained, with fairground rides, food and drink, amazing Christmas gifts, birds of prey and the sound of brass bands drifting through the December air. North Bar’s Georgian Quarter will be also featuring traders from East Yorkshire along with three themed ice sculptures in North Bar, Saturday Market and Wednesday Market.
Alongside the Festival of Christmas, those looking for a break from the crowds can pop into Beverley Guildhall museum or Toll Gavel United Church for Christmas tunes, local choirs and refreshments on offer throughout the day, see: Beverley Guildhall and tollgavelchurch.org.uk for opening times and more.
East Riding Theatre will also be running, The Railway Children from Thursday, 3 to Thursday, 24 December with tickets available at: www.eastridingtheatre.co.uk
Flemingate Shopping Centre will be hosting a range of festive family entertainment, a Nordic tipi bar, character visits and live music. Visit: www.flemingate.co.uk to find out more.
Councillor Nick Coultish, Cabinet Member for Culture, Leisure and Tourism at East Riding of Yorkshire Council, said: “The Christmas offer this year in Beverley has something for everyone, including, the Christmas Tree Festival, a Reindeer Rampage Trail, and the hugely popular Beverley Festival of Christmas. We look forwarding to welcoming visitors to the town and seeing residents take part in the festive activities.’’
Mick Horan, director of inns at Thwaites, which owns The Beverley Arms and is sponsoring the Festival of Christmas event for the sixth year running, added: “We’re really excited to once again be supporting such a fantastic festival. Beverley is a true hidden gem, and we’re so pleased we get to contribute to putting this wonderful place on the map. Our team at The Beverley Arms is looking forward to welcoming visitors and locals alike, making this festive period one to remember.”
Keep up to date with everything going on in Beverley this Christmas, visit: beverleyfestivalofchristmas.co.uk
