Residents and visitors are invited to celebrate Christmas in Doncaster with a whole host of events taking place in the run-up to the festive season.
The season of events will include visits from Santa Claus at the Mansion House as well as Christmas Carols in the Square with choirs, carols and musicians providing the backdrop to the entertainment. There will be festive cabins that will be open every day offering small retailers the opportunity to bring festive cheer and gift options to city centre shoppers plus much more...
Mansion House - 17th - 19th December
A truly magical experience awaits when Father Christmas stops by the Mansion House for a festive evening of entertainment, activities, hot chocolate, cookies, gifts and photos in our fairytale setting. Tucked away within the Mansion House is our fairy hideout where the elves have been busy creating a festive treat for the children of Doncaster. Don’t forget your singing voices and dancing shoes as Santa is here to party!
Join in on all the festive fun on the launch of the cabins on 6th Deecember
December 6th to 23rd (10am-5pm every day except Sunday 10am-4pm)
Lots of great gift ideas await at the Frost Festival Christmas Cabins situated in the area around Clock Corner between Frenchgate and Doncaster Market. Enjoy the charm and atmosphere and pick up a quality pressie along the way from the local makers, small businesses and craft style traders. Enjoy festive refreshments from the food and drink stalls.
Join us in Gresley Square on 21st December for our finale event for Christmas. Bring the children for Christmas rides, attractions, entertainment and face painting.
Enjoy a mulled wine, hot chocolate or roast chestnuts as we ease you and the family into the final days before the big day with a bit of fresh air and a lovely afternoon out that's affordable and a lot of fun.
Great for families and rides suitable for all ages up to 10.
Open 6th, 7th, 13th & 14th December.Then open daily from 18th -24th December
Adjacent to the Cabins on Frenchgate - A tee-rrific time awaits visitors to our festive themed mini golf. It’s free to play and there will be food and drink nearby.
Available from 15th November - 30th January
Discover 12 beautifully crafted, interactive sculptures, each inspired by the beloved character from Raymond Briggs' classic tale. Perfect for families, friends, and festive explorers, this enchanting experience invites you to snap your best #Snowfies and share the joy by tagging @VisitDoncaster and using #CountdownToChristmas.
6 Dec 25, 09:00 - 24 Dec 25, 21:00