Pickering Christmas Festival

About the Festival

The Pickering Christmas Festival invites visitors to enjoy a weekend of festive celebration, local craftsmanship and seasonal delights. Combining Christmas shopping with entertainment and delicious food, this popular community event offers something for everyone.

Festival Highlights

• Wide variety of market stalls selling handmade crafts, unique gifts and festive food.
• Indoor Arena filled with stalls, mulled wine and freshly baked seasonal treats.
• Live entertainment from Coast & County Radio and Malton White Star Band.
• FunFair and family attractions throughout the showground.
• Magical Land Train rides and a chance to meet Father Christmas in his festive lodge.

Visitors can enjoy a vibrant, family-friendly atmosphere as brass bands, choirs and local performers create a joyful festive soundtrack.

Meet Father Christmas

Climb aboard the Funtime Express Train for a magical ride through the Galtres grounds to visit Santa in his cosy lodge. Each journey includes:

• Enchanting train ride to Santa’s lodge
• Storytime session with Father Christmas
• Small festive gift for each child
• Hot drink and sweet treat for every guest

Tickets: £10 per person

Accessibility & Visitor Information

• Admission: Free entry to the Festival Market
• Car Parking: £5 per vehicle
• Shuttle Bus: From Malton Bus Station
• Public Transport: Regular bus services from Leeds, York, Scarborough (Coastliner 840) and Pickering (X28)
• The site is largely flat and suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs, with accessible facilities, toilets, disabled toilets and baby changing areas available.

Plan Your Visit

Whether it’s discovering locally-made gifts, enjoying live music or sharing magical moments with family, the Pickering Christmas Festival offers a welcoming and festive experience for all ages. Visitors are encouraged to come along, soak up the atmosphere and make lasting memories.