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All Things Christmas In Leeds

It’s November and Christmas is slowly creeping in. Leeds knows how to get you in the festive mood with markets, ice-rinks, shopping and loads of other festive treats…

Carnegie Village exterior, brown and dark grey building with some trees in front

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Published on 21 Nov 2017

German Christmas Market

Christkindelmarkt is one of the most established German Christmas Markets in the UK, with traditional wooden stalls, festive greenery, Christmas carousel ride and twinkling colourful lights all creating a unique continental festive atmosphere in the heart of Leeds city centre.

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Yorkshire’s Winter Wonderland

The FOUR-time award-winning festive event is back and it’s bigger than ever! Home to the North of England’s largest outdoor ice rink – The Ice Factor at York Designer Outlet will boast its biggest rink ever with its iconic 30ft high Christmas tree.

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Coca-Cola Truck Stop

It's time to see the Coca-Cola Christmas truck in real life! Soak up the festive spirit with seasonal music, a free Coca-Cola, and a secret Christmas surprise on Friday 24^th November! #Holidaysarecoming

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Magical Lantern Festival Yorkshire

This year's Christmas themed Lantern Festival will illuminate Roundhay Park turning it into a spectacular fusion of culture, vibrant colours and artistic sculptures! Prepare to enter a magical experience and discover life-sized and large-than-life lanterns in all shapes and forms,

Shop Till You Drop

From high street treats to designer indulgence and inspiring independents, Leeds offers an abundance of shops to help you enjoy Christmas shopping this year.

Snozone: Skiing and Snowboarding For All

Snozone is the UK’s leading snow centres for indoor skiing and snowboarding on real snow. Located just down the M62 in Castleford, Snozone offers skiers and snowboarders an authentic slope experience. Whether it’s your first time on skis or you’re an experienced snowboarder, Snozone have a range of indoor activities to suit all ages and all abilities

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Get that festive feeling early this year!