# Christmas Events, Markets & Things to Do in Barnard Castle

- **Subtitle**: Celebrate Christmas 2026 in Barnard Castle with festive markets, holiday parties, Christmas dinners, family activities, Santa experiences, Christmas lights, live shows, brunches, concerts, and seasonal events. Discover the best things to do and book your tickets online.
- **Category**: Christmas
- **Display Name**: Christmas events
- **Type**: other

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Feel the enchantment of Christmas in Barnard Castle in 2026! Come and be a part of a festive celebration brimming with magical traditions, twinkling lights, and heartwarming moments. Take in the joyous festivities, enjoy the delicious treats, and embrace the age-old traditions that make Christmas in the Barnard Castle an exceptional occasion. Check out the top events and parties in Barnard Castle to make your Christmas truly memorable and full of joy!

## Christmas Events in Barnard Castle

- **Event Name**: Middleton Mart Christmas Fair 2026
  - **Description**: The 14th Middleton Mart Christmas Fair will take place on Saturday 28th November....
The fair is set in the Farmers Auction Mart, with fairy lights, foliage and festive music setting the scene…..
We encourage an eclectic mix of businesses, traders, crafte
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  - **Date**: Sat Nov 28 2026 at 11:00 am – Sat Nov 28 2026 at 03:00 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/barnard-castle/middleton-mart-christmas-fair-2026/200030468904435
  - **Venue**: Middleton-In-Teesdale Auction Mart
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  - **Categories**: christmas, sports, nonprofit, charities
- **Event Name**: Jazz Noël: The Christmas Sessions
  - **Description**: Jazz Noël: The Christmas Sessions
£21-£23

When
Tue 1 Dec 2026 - 7:30 pm

Book

Jazz Noël is all about bringing people together through the warmth and joy of live music during the festive season. Blending well-loved Christmas tunes made famous by legends
  - **Date**: Tue Dec 01 2026 at 07:30 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/barnard-castle/jazz-noël-the-christmas-sessions/200030653520454
  - **Venue**: Horsemarket, DL12 8LY Barnard Castle, United Kingdom
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  - **Categories**: Music, Entertainment
- **Event Name**: The Nice List! Santamime
  - **Description**: Step into a sparkling festive adventure this Christmas as Tom Rolfe Productions proudly present The Nice List!

As Christmas Eve approaches, excitement fills Santa’s workshop… until disaster strikes—the all-important Nice List has gone missing! Join Santa
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  - **Date**: Thu Dec 10 2026 at 06:00 pm (+00:00)
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  - **Venue**: Horsemarket, DL12 8LY Barnard Castle, United Kingdom
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  - **Categories**: workshops, trips-adventures
- **Event Name**: Early Festive Farmers Market - Middleton
  - **Description**: ✨ Early Festive Farmers & Indie Market in Middleton-in-Teesdale ✨

Kick off the season with local food, handmade gifts, and all the twinkly vibes!

📅 Nov 21 | 9am–2pm | Middleton Auction Mart
DL12 0PJ 
Come early, shop happy, soak up the atmosphere!
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  - **Date**: Sat Nov 21 2026 at 09:30 am – Sat Nov 21 2026 at 02:30 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/barnard-castle/early-festive-farmers-market-middleton/200030413769255
  - **Venue**: Middleton in Teesdale Mart
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- **Event Name**: Christmas Lights Switch On 2026
  - **Description**: Saturday 28th November 2026

5:30pm outside village hall
Lights will be switched on at 6pm prompt

Lights to be switched on by TBC...

Mince pies
Mulled wine
Mr & Mrs Claus at the Church (free wrapped gift for each child)
Local craft stalls
Bar
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  - **Date**: Sat Nov 28 2026 at 05:45 pm (+00:00)
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  - **Venue**: Bowes Village Hall
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  - **Categories**: christmas, christmas-lights

## Trending Events in Barnard Castle

- **Event Name**: Fyfe Dangerfield Live at The Bowes Museum
  - **Description**: Fyfe Dangerfield Live at The Bowes MuseumAbout this EventFollowing a stunning performance at The Bowes Museum last year, join us for another unforgettable evening with Brit-nominated singer-songwriter Fyfe Dangerfie
  - **Venue**: The Bowes Museum
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- **Event Name**: Funny Way To Be: Jimeoin
  - **Description**: Jimeoin "Ballyhoo!"
Wednesday 7 October | 7.30pm | £20.50 | 14+
TICKETS ON GENERAL SALE FRIDAY 29/5/26
TICKETS ON PRESALE (NEWSLETTER SUBSCRIBERS) THURS 28/5/26.

A not-to-be-missed, hilarious evening with a genuine stand-up comedy legend who is globally
  - **Venue**: The Witham
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- **Event Name**: Steeleye Span in Barnard Castle
  - **Description**: 🎤 Catch Steeleye Span Live at The Witham on Saturday, October 17, 2026! 🎤
Ready to experience the night of your life? Steeleye Span is bringing their infectious energy and hit songs like All Around My Hat -
  - **Venue**: The Witham
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- **Event Name**: Martin Taylor Live at The Bowes Museum
  - **Description**: Martin Taylor Live at The Bowes MuseumAbout this EventTICKETS GO ON SALE ON THURSDAY 25 JUNE AT 10AMExperience an unforgettable evening of live music as Martin Taylor joins us at T
  - **Venue**: The Bowes Museum
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- **Event Name**: Funny Way To Be: Seann Walsh - This is Torture
  - **Description**: After his sell-out 2023 tour, the UK’s dishevelled king of stand-up, award-winning Seann Walsh returns with a brand-new hour of side-splitting comedy. Don’t miss his trademark high-energy exasperation and razor-sharp observations that leave audiences in s
  - **Venue**: The Witham
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- **Event Name**: Steeleye Span: The Conflict Tour
  - **Description**: https://thewitham.org.uk/event/steeleye-span-2/

Together for fifty seven years now, Steeleye Span changed the face of folk music forever by taking it into the world of gold discs and international tours. Now they return with Conflict, their first full st
  - **Venue**: Horsemarket, DL12 8LY Barnard Castle, United Kingdom
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- **Event Name**: St Catherine's Child Live at The Bowes Museum
  - **Description**: St Catherine's Child Live at The Bowes MuseumAbout this Event“Softly stunning, mesmerising country-tinged indie” - HollerAfter an amazing show last year, The Bowes Museum is delighted to welcome b
  - **Venue**: The Bowes Museum
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- **Event Name**: Juan Martin Live at The Bowes Museum
  - **Description**: Juan Martin Live at The Bowes MuseumAbout this EventFollowing a sell out performance in 2025, The Bowes Museum is excited to welcome back world-renowned flamenco guitarist, Juan Martín. Hailed as one of the greatest expon
  - **Venue**: The Bowes Museum
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- **Event Name**: Funny Way To Be: Alan Carr: Work In Progress
  - **Description**: Alan Carr
Work In Progress
Wednesday 11 November 2026 | 7.30pm | £20.00 |14+
Join Alan as he warms up ahead of his brand-new tour!
At the Witham in Barnard Castle.  Tickets only available at www.funnywaytobe.com

Total runtime approx 65-80 mins plus inte
  - **Venue**: The Witham
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Christmas events in Barnard Castle?
  - **A:** Middleton Mart Christmas Fair 2026 (Sat Nov 28 2026 at 11:00 am at Middleton-In-Teesdale Auction Mart), Jazz Noël: The Christmas Sessions (Tue Dec 01 2026 at 07:30 pm at Horsemarket, DL12 8LY Barnard Castle, United Kingdom), The Nice List! Santamime (Thu Dec 10 2026 at 06:00 pm at Horsemarket, DL12 8LY Barnard Castle, United Kingdom), Early Festive Farmers Market - Middleton (Sat Nov 21 2026 at 09:30 am at Middleton in Teesdale Mart), Christmas Lights Switch On 2026 (Sat Nov 28 2026 at 05:45 pm at Bowes Village Hall).
- **Q**: How can I find Christmas events in Barnard Castle?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Christmas events in Barnard Castle on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Christmas events in Barnard Castle?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Christmas events in Barnard Castle?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Christmas events in Barnard Castle include Middleton-In-Teesdale Auction Mart, Horsemarket, DL12 8LY Barnard Castle, United Kingdom, Middleton in Teesdale Mart.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Christmas events in Barnard Castle?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Christmas events in Barnard Castle include Upper Teesdale Agricultural Support Services, The Witham, Gather North Farmers & Indie Markets.
- **Q**: Are there any online Christmas events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Christmas events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Christmas events in Barnard Castle?
  - **A:** Follow the Christmas category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Christmas events are listed in Barnard Castle.

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