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What’s on in and around Hitchin this weekend

By James Denselow   17th Dec 2025

Credit @ St Mary's
Credit @ St Mary's

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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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