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Christmas light shows and festive trails to visit in the North East
Find out where you can experience beautiful festive trails and light shows in the North East this Christmas.
Are you ready for sparkles and lights this Christmas season?
The North East is transforming into a festive wonderland, with enchanting Christmas light shows and magical trails that promise wonderful evenings of twinkling lights and magic.
Prepare to be dazzled by these brilliant displays, bringing festive joy to all ages…
Northern Lights
Barrack Road, Leazes Park, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE2 4BJ
Price: From £14.95
When: Friday 22nd November – Tuesday 31st December
What to expect: Experience the magic of the Northern Lights Newcastle, a dazzling Christmas light trail at Leazes Park. Enjoy stunning, music-synced illuminations crafted by world-leading light designers. Perfect for all ages, the trail offers a festive celebration with a vibrant Christmas Village featuring delicious food and drinks.
Raby Castle
Raby Castle, Park and Gardens, Staindrop, Darlington, DL2 3AH
Price: From £2.00
When: Saturday 16th November – Thursday 5th January
What to expect: Unlock some festive magic at The Plotters’ Forest Enchanted Christmas Trail. This Christmas adventure is perfect for everyone, no matter your age. With twinkling lights, pretty decorations and a cosy pine scent in the air, you’ll feel like you’ve stepped right into a Christmas wonderland.
AGLOW
The Auckland Project, Auckland Tower, Bishop Auckland, County Durham, DL14 7PG
Price: From £13.25
When: Friday 22nd November – Tuesday 31st December
What to expect: Immerse yourself in a magical night at AGLOW, Auckland Palace’s dazzling Christmas light trail. Enjoy 22 stunning illuminations, including one of the UK’s largest light tunnels and Christmas trees. Stroll the 1.5-mile trail, savour festive treats and catch Santa’s mischievous elves in action. It’s dog-friendly, too – just keep pups on a lead!
Neapolitan Nativity
The Auckland Project, Auckland Tower, Bishop Auckland, County Durham, DL14 7PG
Price: Free
When: Friday 15th November – Tuesday 31st December
What to expect: Step into a world of wonder with this unique 18th-century Neapolitan Nativity scene. Standing at an incredible 11 feet tall and stretching 15 feet wide, it’s one of the largest and most breathtaking Nativity scenes outside of Italy. The display features over 421 hand-carved figures, set in a lively Neapolitan village.
Stockton Sparkles
Stockton High Street, Stockton-on-Tees, TS18 1PL
Price: Free
When: Thursday 28th November – Sunday 8th December 2024
What to expect: Stockton Sparkles, held in Stockton High Street, is a vibrant festive event featuring live music, thrilling performances, Christmas markets, and a magical light switch-on. Over three days from the 6th to 8th December, explore offerings from local traders, artisans, artists and bakers while enjoying delightful festive food and live music.
Winter Lights Lilidorei and The Alnwick Garden
The Alnwick Garden, Greenwell Road Alnwick, Northumberland, NE66 1HB
Price: Free
When: Wednesday November 20th – Wednesday 1st January
What to expect: Explore the dazzling lights of The Alnwick Garden and the enchanting glow of LilidoreI. This year’s immersive light and sound experience is bigger and brighter than ever, featuring exciting new installations paired with a captivating soundtrack.
Cullercoats Community Advent
Cullercoats, NE30
Price: Free
When: All of December
What to expect: Unlike typical light trails in the North East, this community-led trail brings the streets to life as residents reveal stunning light displays in their windows and gardens each evening throughout December. So, stroll the twinkling streets, and soak in the festive cheer. The best part is that this magical experience is completely free.
Forest of Light
Beamish, Co Durham, DH9 0YB
Price: From £12.00
When: Various dates throughout November, December and January.
What to expect: Visit a mesmerising wonderland nestled in enchanted ancient woodland. With dazzling illuminations, enchanting music, interactive props and magical projections, this captivating experience will leave you spellbound. It’s a one-of-a-kind adventure you won’t find anywhere else.
North East’s most magical Christmas light shows and festive trails
There are plenty of magical options for festive trails and dazzling light displays across the North East this season.
So, bundle up, grab your loved ones and get ready to stroll through twinkling and illuminated wonderlands this Christmas season.
Which trail are you most excited to explore?
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