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Friday 24 November – Sunday 31 December 2023
Millennium Square, Victoria Gardens & Cookridge Street | Leeds City Centre
Tickets and info: icecubeleeds.co.uk
Make magical memories with your little ones this festive season as Ice Cube at Christmas is back in Leeds City Centre from 24 November until 31 December 2023. Boasting a covered ice-skating rink, Christmas food & craft stalls and winter-themed rides and attractions, the popular event makes for the perfect winter family day out!
Oliver! at Leeds Playhouse
27 Nov 23- 27 Jan 24
Consider yourself one of the family at Leeds Playhouse this festive season for Lionel Bart’s award-winning musical, Oliver!
Based on the novel by Charles Dickens, Oliver! follows the story of a small boy with a big heart as he journeys from a desolate workhouse to the paved streets of Victorian London in search of love and a place to call home.
Free Sessions with LS-TEN at Leeds Markets
Snow White at the Carriageworks Theatre
Fri 24 Nov 2023 – Sun 7 Jan 2024, Various Times
2hrs approx
Age Guidance: 5+
When the vain Wicked Queen realises that she is no longer the fairest in the land, she seeks revenge against her beautiful stepdaughter Snow White. With the help of the magical Forest Fairy and her seven faithful friends, can Snow White escape the Wicked Queen’s evil clutches and live happily ever after with her handsome Prince?
Featuring breath-taking scenery and special effects, sparkling costumes, spectacular song and dance, with plenty of fun, laughter and audience participation, Snow White is the pantomime that is simply wicked, simply wonderful and simply must be seen!
Winter Wonderland at The Hidden Village
Join us for a magical session as we transform our immersive role-play village into a Winter Wonderland! Let your child’s imagination run wild in our Christmas-themed role-play areas – including Santa’s House and the Elves Workshop. While the children are fully entertained, adults can take the time to relax and enjoy a treat from our festive menu in the side-view café. All bookings will also receive a special voucher to use in our boutique toyshop during your visit – perfect for getting your Christmas shopping done!
EARLY BIRD OFFER: Book before 30th November and receive entry from just £8.95 per child!
44 Call Lane, Leeds City Centre, LS1 6DT
The Enormous Crocodile at Leeds Playhouse
Until 6 January 2024
The ENORMOUS crocodile is weaving his way through the jungle in search of delicious little fingers and squidgy podgy knees. Only the other jungle creatures can foil his secret plans and clever tricks, but they’re going to have to find a large amount of courage to stop this greedy brute.
Free Santa’s Grotto at St Johns this Christmas
FREE ENTRY to meet Santa and his elves at St Johns Shopping Centre in Leeds City Centre, every Saturday from 25th November to 23rd December, 11am-4pm.
St Johns Centre, Merrion Street, Leeds LS2 8LQ
Elf on the Shelf at John Lewis
December 1-24
Can you find The Elf on the Shelf? Visit John Lewis Leeds between the 1st-24th of December to find The Elf on the Shelf hiding on posters all over the store. Find all six to receive an official Minis collectable while stocks last.
John Lewis Leeds, Victoria Gate
Free entry to Leeds City Museum
1 December- 7 January
We need your help to seek out the 
location of the Noel the Elf who has been causing mischief. He’s escaped from the naughty corner at the North Pole and we can’t find him.
Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to report the location of the runaway. Pick up a trail at the museum and search high and low for clues! Please note, the museum will be closed on 25 & 26 Dec, and 1 Jan. We will be open 11am – 3pm on 24 & 31 Dec.
Leeds City Museum, Millenium Square, Leeds
Christmas Markets around Leeds
Get in the Christmas spirit by visiting a local market and soaking up the festive atmosphere! Entry is usually free, so you can spend your hard-earned cash on supporting the many local businesses that operate at these events!
Drift Stop
Drift Stop is an electric drift-karting experience, which can be enjoyed by all – from age 6 upwards. Our karts are electric-powered that enable you to experience a whole new way to race and drift. So make sure you have us in your diary this half-term holidays for a family fun day out.
With an exciting Mario-themed drift track, arcade games, and air hockey you don’t want to miss out on our half-term offers.
Closed Monday open Tuesday-Sunday.
In addition to our awesome track, we have arcade games, air hockey and a mouth-watering pizza – what more could you want!
Visit our website. https://driftstop.co.uk/drift-stop-faqs/ or Drop us an email at: info@driftstop.co.uk or call 0113 467 7769
LeedsCity Community Space
If you’re looking for somewhere to sit for a few minutes rest this Half Term, why not head to the new LeedsCity Community space located in Leeds Kirkgate market? It’s a great place to kill 10 minutes if you’re running early to get to the bus station! The floor mural will keep kids entertained too.
Leeds Markets often organise holiday activities for families! Check out their social media for more information.
Located on Row J, near the entrance to the Outdoor Market. Leeds Kirkgate Market.
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Leeds Owl Trail
Enjoy a walk around Leeds City centre taking in the landmarks and heritage whilst also spotting some unique owl’s. Each owl informs you of why it is there and gives you a brief snapshot of what it has seen in its lifetime. Download and print your free map (or you can buy one for £1 from the art gallery shop). Read more+
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