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Christmas events at National Coal Mining Museum
-30th December 2025
Address: Wakefield
Venue: National Coal Mining Museum
Website: www.ncm.org.uk
Christmas events at National Coal Mining Museum
www.ncm.org.uk
Light Up Festival - Saturday 22 November: 10am-6.30pm, Free, just turn up
Join us for performances, music, and a spectacular projection created by children and young people from across the district. Make your own lantern and join in with the unmissable community lantern parade.
Christmas Market - Sunday 23 November, 10am-4pm, Free, just turn up
Get your Christmas shopping sorted in style at the Museum’s enchanting festive market, lovingly curated by Tilly & Primrose.
Victorian Christmas Candles - Caphouse Creators, Sunday 7 December, 11am–12.30pm and 2pm–3.30pm, £7 per child
Step into the glow of Christmas past as you wire and solder your own Victorian style flickering candle. Create a charming festive decoration while learning about how Victorian miners and their families lit their homes over the festive season.
Festive Breakfast with Mrs Claus - Saturday 6 & 13 December, 9am-10am, £17.50 adults, £15 children, £60 Family Package (2 adults & 2 children)
Join us in our café for a magical breakfast with Mrs Claus. Enjoy a delicious festive breakfast as Mrs Claus delights guests with festive tales and spreads Christmas cheer.
The Polar Express Film Screening - Saturday 20 December at 1.30pm, £2.50 booking fee
Step into the magic of Christmas with a heartwarming screening of The Polar Express on. Whether you’re young or just young at heart, this enchanting film is the perfect way to kick off the festive season.