What’s on in and around Hitchin this weekend
By James Denselow 17th Dec 2025
By James Denselow 17th Dec 2025
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🎄 Friday 19 December
Festive Lights Trail – Ashridge House
Step into a dazzling winter world at Hertfordshire's biggest Christmas Light Trail, returning to Ashridge House with over 20 light installations and festive displays — perfect for an early evening wander.
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A Christmas Carol – OVO at the British Schools Museum (ongoing)
The acclaimed promenade production of A Christmas Carol continues at the British Schools Museum — a magical way to get into the festive spirit with family or friends.
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🌟 Saturday 20 December
Fabulous Festive Fun Day – Hitchin Town Centre (10am – 4pm)
Enjoy performances from local bands, live music, children's rides, festive characters and seasonal cheer across the town centre.
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Voces Florium: Christmas Classics – St Mary's Church
A beautiful seasonal concert featuring traditional and contemporary Christmas classics — ideal for music lovers.
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Hermitage Christmas Trail – Hermitage Road & Queen Street (all day)
Explore Hitchin's annual Christmas trail, spotting hidden letters and festive clues while enjoying local shopping.
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Hitchin Churchyard Gingerbread Trail (all day)
Follow the gingerbread-themed trail through the churchyard — a sweet seasonal activity for families.
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Christmas Concert 2025 with Hitchin Band – Christchurch
Local brass and youth bands perform festive favourites in this popular community concert.
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🎅 Sunday 21 December
Farmers on Christmas Lights Tour – Hitchin & surrounding towns (evening)
A spectacular convoy of illuminated tractors rolls through Baldock, Letchworth and Hitchin in this much-loved festive tradition.
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A Christmas Carol – OVO at the British Schools Museum
Another chance to catch the atmospheric festive production before Christmas week begins.
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📌 Running all weekend
A Christmas Carol – OVO at the British Schools Museum
The festive favourite runs throughout the weekend with multiple performances available.
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Hermitage Christmas Trail & Churchyard Gingerbread Trail
Both seasonal trails remain open across the weekend for families and visitors.
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