From Thursday 4 December to Sunday 7 December 2025 , Bishop Auckland Market Place will transform into a storybook world of twinkling lights, festive laughter and winter magic.
⭐ Free Festive Fun for Everyone.
Wander through the Christmas Market, filled with handmade gifts, sweet treats and winter warmers. Enjoy outdoor bars, street entertainment, installations and photo spots – all completely free.
🎠 Golden Pass Magic
Your all-in wristband unlocks unlimited fairground rides, the ice rink, live entertainment inside the heated Giant Tipis, and the option to add Santa’s Grotto. From just £12 in advance, the best way to make the most of the magic.
🎵 Tipi & Tidings Pass
For those who prefer to soak up the music and atmosphere, this pass gives access to the Tipis and live entertainment including the Motown Gospel Choir, Wor Vera and more with evening shows until midnight.
🎅 Add-on Experiences
Meet Santa in his cosy Grotto (£4 per child, £1 per adult) or join one of our heart-warming family moments like Breakfast with Santa and Baby Meets Santa inside the Giant Tipis.
🎡 Fairground Favourites
Spin, twirl and smile your way through rides including the Ferris Wheel, Skid, Carousel and Shuggy Boats – all included with the Golden Pass.
❄ And Don’t Miss the Free Fun…
The Giant Snow Globe, the Portal to the North Pole, the Big Christmas Quiz, and the unmissable Christmas Parade, led by Bishop Auckland Town Council, filling the streets with colour, music and festive cheer.
The official Bishop Auckland’s Christmas Town 2025 Flyer is free to download in PDF format.
The current Bishop Auckland Christmas Town 2025 Entertainment Programme is available on the Christmas Town website at: www.bishopaucklandschristmastown.co.uk/programme
With special thanks to Bishop Auckland Town Council as principal partner, Bridge Creative, and BACCANALIA for bringing the magic to life.
✨ Where stories shine, laughter lingers, and Christmas begins… ✨
🎟 For all bookings, passes and enquiries, please visit the Bishop Auckland’s Christmas Town website at: www.bishopaucklandschristmastown.co.uk
