Festive Fun in Newcastle-under-Lyme & Stoke
Your Guide to Christmas 2025 with Home Instead Newcastle-under-Lyme & Stoke
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas here in Newcastle-under-Lyme & Stoke, and we’re feeling the festive spirit! At Home Instead Newcastle-under-Lyme & Stoke, we know how important community, companionship and connection are, especially during the holiday season.
That’s why we’ve put together a cheerful round-up of local Christmas events happening across Newcastle-under-Lyme, Stoke and the surrounding areas. Whether you’re looking at family fun, festive music or gentle activities, there’s something for everyone.
So pop the kettle on, get cosy, and let’s explore what’s happening this Christmas…
A Community Christmas
Saturday 29th November – 4pm to 6.30pm
The Potters Bar, Meir Park
Christmas Lights switch on at 6pm.
Santa’s Grotto, fun fair games, live entertainment and more.
Christmas Coffee Morning
Thursday 18th December – 10am to 1pm
Christmas Indoor Market
Saturday 13th December – 10am to 1pm
The Former Library, Meir
Christmas Wreath Making Workshop
Saturday 6th December – 10.30am to 1.30pm
01782 237777
Merry Makes with Santa
Saturday 14th December – 11.30am to 1.30pm
Enjoy their Christmas crafty clay activity with a packed lunch, a visit from Santa and a gift!
Tickets: Child £12 Adult £4
01782 499766
Bethesda Christmas Choir Concert
Thursday 18th December – 5pm to 8pm
A truly festive evening of songs performed by Leek’s own Phoenix Singers.
01782 499766
Merry Quizmas! Festive Quiz
Tuesday 2nd December – 6.30pm to 11.00pm
The Cumberland Arms, Newcastle
The legendary festive quiz! Join them for a fun night of quizzing, fun and festive cosy times.
Tickets: £10.00 per team
Max 4 people per team.
Utilita Arena Newcastle Christmas Market
Sunday 21st December – 11am – 4pm
£1 every entry
Packed full with over 200 stalls
Food, drink and entertainment
Carols and Cocktails
Monday 22nd December 7.30pm
A festive crowd karaoke night with a live band. Christmas classics played live and sung by everyone in the room.
Tickets: From £13.75
Book here
Newcastle Christmas Markets
Saturday 15th November – Tuesday 23rd December
10am – 8pm Monday to Saturday and 10am – 5pm on Sundays
Nelson Street, Newcastle
Dougie Mac Santa Dash
Saturday 6th December – Register 9am, Warm Up 10am, Dash 10.15am
Put on your Santa suit and get ready to run, walk, dance or dash through Hanley Park for Dougie Mac. A free Santa suit is included for participants age 5+ and there will be festive treats, face painting and seasonal music!
Adults £15.00 5-7 years £12.00 4 and under free
Festive Fayre with Santa’s Grotto
Sunday 30th November – 11am to 3pm
Florence Sports and Social Club
Hot food, bar including mulled wine, live music and much more.
Celebrating Christmas Together
At Home Instead Newcastle-under-Lyme & Stoke, we believe that community events like these help bring people together at a time of year when connection matters most. Whether you’re planning a festive outing with a loved one or looking for inclusive Christmas activities for older adults, there’s something on this list for everyone.
If you or someone you care about needs support getting to any of these events, or would simply appreciate companionship this Christmas, our friendly Care Professionals are here to help.
Wishing you a warm, joyful and memory making festive season!