4 Festive Things To Do In North Yorkshire In December
By Sophie Green - 8 December 2025
Sophie Green is the Marketing Manager at Tingdene Holiday Parks. Having grown up on the Norfolk coast and now living near Norwich, she combines local knowledge with over a decade of industry experience to share trusted travel insights and holiday home inspiration across the UK. A frequent visitor to Tingdene’s holiday parks in Norfolk, Suffolk, Lincolnshire, Yorkshire, and Essex, Sophie is passionate about promoting the natural beauty, local heritage, and relaxed holiday lifestyle across the UK.
Updated for 2025 – 08/10/2025
North Yorkshire Christmas Events 2025
Home to the Moors and famous coastal town of Whitby, North Yorkshire is a great place to visit. Here’s a list of things to do in December.
This is just one in our series of local guides to December & the Christmas period – check out what’s on in Lincolnshire in December, festive events in Norfolk, Christmas events in Suffolk, December events in Essex and what’s on at Christmas in East Yorkshire.
1. Christmas at Castle Howard with the Wonderful Wizard of Oz
Castle Howard is bringing their most popular Christmas experience back this year between 13th november and 4th January!
The historic House is transformed into the magical world of Oz, offering a festive twist on L. Frank Baum’s beloved story.
Visitors can explore the story through immersive installations, enchanting soundscapes, and stunning projections—crafted by the creative team at CLW Event Design and Imitating the Dog, who also created Alice’s Christmas Wonderland and Christmas in Neverland.
2. Scarborough Sparkle at the Open Air Theatre
Get ready to kick off the festive season in style at Scarborough Sparkle!
From 28th to 30th November, the town comes alive with dazzling lights, festive entertainment, and family-friendly fun. Enjoy a weekend full of magical displays, live performances, and seasonal treats as Scarborough shines brighter than ever. Don’t miss this sparkling start to the holidays!
3. Winter Illuminations & Christmas Adventure at Stockeld Park
Experience the magic of Christmas at Stockeld Park from 22nd November until 24th December!
Enjoy festive activities for all ages, including meeting Santa in his grotto, skating on the ice rink, exploring the Enchanted Forest playgrounds, and navigating the giant Snowflake Maze.
Don’t miss dazzling Christmas light show, enchanting Santa’s Grotto, live theatre show and festive ice skating. The Enchanted Forest transforms into an illuminated wonderland with lights and projections. Celebrate the season with Yorkshire’s most magical Christmas adventure, perfect for families and children of all ages!
4. Santa Specials at North Yorkshire Moors Railway
Celebrate Christmas at the North Yorkshire Moors Railway!
Begin your festive adventure at the decorated Pickering Station, adorned with twinkling lights, Christmas trees, and music. Enjoy treats at the Christmas tea rooms, shop for unique gifts at the Christmas Emporium, take selfies, and visit the festive Signal Box for a magical family experience.
Book a private compartment now for 29th & 30th November, and 6th, 7th, 13th, 14th, 20th and 24th December.
Why not enjoy your Christmas in one of our holiday homes for sale in North Yorkshire?
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