Experience the of Christmas Town

Step into a world of festive wonder at Bishop Auckland’s Christmas Town, 4-7 December 2025! Join us for four unforgettable days filled with twinkling lights, enchanting markets, live entertainment, and the magic of Santa’s Grotto.

Book your tickets now and create cherished memories with your loved ones.

Book Your Visit Today

First release tickets are now available to book. Choose your passes below and join the festive magic
at Bishop Auckland’s Christmas Town.

Christmas Town Golden Pass

From £10 per person

Unlimited access to all of the below on your chosen day(s):

Tipi & Tidings Pass

From £5 per person

Explore the markets, then cosy up in our heated Tipis, includes:

Christmas Town's Heritage

Now in its 5th year, Bishop Auckland’s Christmas Town has become a much-loved tradition, transforming the town each December into the Christmas Capital of the North. Since its beginnings, we’ve welcomed thousands of visitors to experience festive magic, markets, entertainment and unforgettable family memories – and we can’t wait to welcome you this year.

What's On

Explore the Festive Market

Discover unique crafts, seasonal foods, and gifts from local vendors. Enjoy the festive atmosphere and find the perfect holiday treasures.

Giant Tipis

Get cosy round the fire in our giant tipis, where crackling flames, warm drinks, and sparkling entertainment keep the chill at bay.

Visit Santa's Grotto

Create special holiday memories for your children. Meet Santa, share Christmas wishes, and receive a special gift in our magical grotto.

Fairground Fun

Enjoy thrilling rides at our traditional Christmas fairground. See Christmas Town from above on our Ferris Wheel or ride the vintage Carousel. Ride as many times as you like with a Golden Pass.

Delicious Street Food

A specially curated line-up of street food fills the air with the best Christmas smells, from schnitzels to sizzling bratwurst, mulled wine, and sweet churros dusted with sugar.

Live Entertainment Awaits

Experience live music, performances, and entertainment acts for all ages, including our evening shows in the Tipis on Friday and Saturday night.

Wandering Performers

Be enchanted by our roaming performers filling every corner with surprise and delight – from magicians and musicians to stilt walkers and storytellers.

Ice skating

Unlimited ice skating included in your Christmas Town Golden Pass. Glide across the market place whilst lights twinkle all around.

Plus So Much More

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Bishop Auckland’s Christmas Town is an Inclusivents CIC event, produced by Bridge Creative Enterprise CIC and Baccanalia For Culture CIC, with generous support from Bishop Auckland Town Council.