What's on in Bakewell
Please note that these events may be subject to change or cancellation, please check with the event organiser before attending.
Bakewell Christmas Sparkle 2026
November 29 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Bakewell Christmas Sparkle returns to the Agricultural Business Centre on Sunday 29 November.
The indoor event includes an independent Christmas market, food and drink traders, children’s activities, festive music and a Father Christmas grotto. The grotto costs £5 per child and includes a gift; some other activities also carry a small charge.
INCLUDES:
- Meet Father Christmas in his cosy tipi grotto (£5 per child including gift, grotto closed 1-1:30pm for lunch)
- Animal encounters (TBC)
- Face painting (nominal fee)
- Festive children’s crafts (from £2)
- Local independent street food
- Festive local bars and drink vendors
- Indoor space to eat and drink
- Local independent Christmas market
- Small children’s rides from Bramhalls Amusements
Dogs are welcome on short leads.
Parking is available on Bakewell Showground via Haddon Road and costs £5 for the day. The town centre can be reached on foot across the river from the showground.
The event is organised by Bakewell Agricultural & Horticultural Society.
Staying in Bakewell
Make a weekend of your visit and Check places to stay in Bakewell and the surrounding Peak District.