What’s on this Christmas at Leicester Museums and Galleries?

We are decking the halls and getting into the festive spirit with activities that children and adults will love. Enjoy a festive steam train at Abbey Pumping Station, shopping for unique gifts at the Guildhall, stories with Santa, delicious treats in museum cafes, cosy up for a family Christmas movie and much, much more!

Budding engineers of all ages can experience the spectacular power of steam at the Abbey Pumping Station Christmas Steam Day on Sunday 29 November.

Leicester’s historic medieval Guildhall has lots on for all ages. If you are looking for a unique experience why not join us for a Christmas Ghost story? Meet Charles Dickens for a retelling of A Christmas Carol  in the warm glow of the real fire in the atmospheric Medieval Great Hall, or join us for two chilling and thrilling tales from M R James, the master of the English ghost story.

For the complete Christmas Programme see all our events at Whats On – Leicester Museums

Christmas Craft

Feeling inspired? Why not try your hand at wreath making!

Music

Join Kingfisher Chorale for a traditional Christmas music concert at Guildhall from 17-23 Dec or enjoy a traditional brass band at the Abbey Pumping Station Christmas Steam Day.

Christmas for Foodies

Join us for a Regal Christmas afternoon Tea at the King Richard III Visitor Centre  or enjoy a festive afternoon tea for all the family at Jewry Wall.

Shopping

There’s lots of shopping opportunities at Leicester museum shops with individual and locally made items at the Guildhall Christmas Craft Fair on Saturday 29 Nov & Sun 30 Dec.

Films

Looking for a fun activity for all ages? Step into the wonderful festive atmosphere of Christmas at the historic Leicester Guildhall for a screening of the beloved family classic, The Muppet Christmas Carol or Alastair Sim's unforgettable 1951 portrayal of the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge both on 13 Dec.

Leicester Museums & Galleries at Christmas

Abbey Pumping Station

King Richard III Visitor Centre

Jewry Wall

Wreath Making at Leicester Guildhall