Christmas Events in the East Midlands
Midsmas lists Christmas events for families across the East Midlands in 2026, covering Derbyshire, Leicestershire and Rutland, Lincolnshire, Northamptonshire, Nottinghamshire. Whether you're near Nottingham, Leicester, Derby, Northampton or Lincoln, you'll find Santa's grottos, Christmas markets, pantomimes, light trails and theatre shows all bookable in one place. Browse our city guides for Christmas events in Nottingham, Christmas events in Leicester and Christmas events in Derby.
All events listed on Midsmas are suitable for families. Some events across the East Midlands are free to attend. Browse by county using the links above, or filter by event type below.
134 events in the East Midlands
Christmas Markets
Notts Festive Gift & Food Show
Newark Showground, Newark
23 Oct – 25 Oct 2026 (select dates)
Nottinghamshire
Theatre and Shows
A Christmas Carol - A Radio Play Live On Stage
Palace Theatre, Newark
5 Nov 2026
Nottinghamshire
Theatre and Shows
Rhythm of the Dance Christmas Special
The Majestic Theatre, Retford
6 Nov 2026
Nottinghamshire
Light Trails
Lanterns of the Wild
Twycross Zoo, Atherstone
6 Nov 2026 – 28 Feb 2027 (select dates)
Leicestershire and Rutland
Festive Things to Do
Christmas at Chatsworth
Chatsworth House, Bakewell
7 Nov 2026 – 3 Jan 2027 (select dates)
Derbyshire
Theatre and Shows
The Nutcracker
Palace Theatre, Newark
7 Nov 2026
Nottinghamshire
Theatre and Shows
The Nutcracker
Vaillant Live, Derby
7 Nov 2026
Derbyshire
Theatre and Shows
A Christmas Carol
The Majestic Theatre, Retford
9 Nov – 10 Nov 2026 (select dates)
Nottinghamshire
Theatre and Shows
ELF: The Musical
Melton Theatre, Melton Mowbray
10 Nov – 14 Nov 2026 (select dates)
Leicestershire and Rutland
Theatre and Shows
Rhythm of the Dance Christmas Special
Castle Theatre, Wellingborough
11 Nov 2026
Northamptonshire
Theatre and Shows
The Littlest Yak
Curve Theatre, Leicester
11 Nov – 13 Nov 2026 (select dates)
Leicestershire and Rutland
Theatre and Shows
The Littlest Yak
Curve Theatre, Leicester
11 Nov – 13 Nov 2026 (select dates)
Leicestershire and Rutland
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