What’s on in Lancaster: November and December 2026

November 2026

5 to 7 November: Light Up Lancaster at the castle

Thursday 5 to Saturday 7 November | Light art and projection | Lancaster Castle, Castle Hill.

The castle is part of the city’s light festival, with SANDCASTLE, a new projection by leo&hyde. Check the festival programme for evening viewing times and the route between installations. Castle information: 01524 64998.

6 November: Big Christmas Tasting

Friday 6 November, 5pm to 9pm | Wine tasting, ages 18+ | Ashton Hall, Lancaster Town Hall.

Lancaster Wine Company brings suppliers and seasonal drinks to its annual tasting. Tickets are £23 per person; proof of age may be required. Use the council event page for the organiser’s booking link.

12 November: Lancaster International Fiction Lecture

Thursday 12 November, 6.30pm | Literature | The Dukes, Moor Lane.

Litfest welcomes Andrey Kurkov for the 2026 lecture. Choose the event on the venue’s programme for tickets and practical details. Box office: 01524 598500; tickets@dukeslancaster.org.

14 November: Christmas Craft & Flea Market

Saturday 14 November, 11am to 4pm | Makers market | Lancaster Town Hall.

Browse independent makers and vintage sellers at this indoor market. Admission is £3, with under-12s free. Advance booking gives priority entry; individual stalls and available stock can vary.

20 November to 3 January: Lancaster On Ice

From Friday 20 November | Ice skating and seasonal food and drink | Dalton Square.

The real-ice rink returns for selected skating sessions, alongside market stalls and the Tipi Bar. It is closed on Christmas Day. Choose a session and check prices through the organiser’s booking page. Enquiries: info@lancasteronice.co.uk.

21 November to 2 January: Cinderella

Selected performances from Saturday 21 November | Family theatre | The Dukes, Moor Lane.

This year’s Christmas production takes place in The Round Theatre. Check the performance calendar for times, ticket prices and accessible performances. Box office: 01524 598500; tickets@dukeslancaster.org.

27 to 29 November: Lancaster Christmas Market

Friday 27 to Sunday 29 November | Seasonal market | Lancaster Brewery, Lancaster Leisure Park.

The brewery hosts independent makers, gifts, food and live entertainment over the weekend. Check the organiser’s page for the daily opening times, admission and travel arrangements as the programme is confirmed.

28 November to 28 December: Robin Hood

Selected performances from Saturday 28 November | Family pantomime | Lancaster Grand, St Leonard’s Gate.

Lancaster Footlights presents the Grand’s family pantomime. Pick a particular performance from the theatre’s calendar and check the ticket and access options. Box office: 01524 64695; tickets@lancastergrand.co.uk.

December 2026

1 December: The Music of Motown at Christmas

Tuesday 1 December, 7.30pm | Live music | Ashton Hall, Lancaster Town Hall.

A seasonal candlelight concert featuring Motown songs. Follow the council event listing to the ticket provider for prices, availability and admission information.

10 December: Christmas by Candlelight at Judges’ Lodgings

Thursday 10 December, 6pm | Seasonal music and readings | Judges’ Lodgings, Church Street.

The Friends host an evening with refreshments in the historic house. Booking is required. Tickets are £10, or £8 for Friends, including mulled wine and a mince pie. Use the event page’s booking link.

10 December: Christmas - The Candlelight Concert

Thursday 10 December, 7.30pm | Live music | Ashton Hall, Lancaster Town Hall.

A separate festive concert at the Town Hall, with seasonal songs in a candlelit setting. Check ticket availability and admission details through the council listing before planning your evening.