Festive Lighting Trail – 2025

27/11/2025 - 01/01/2025, Various times Various Locations

✨ Derby’s Festive Lighting Trail 2025 ✨

This Christmas, Derby city centre will sparkle brighter than ever with a stunning Festive Lighting Trail! Follow the trail through the heart of the city and discover a series of dazzling light installations designed to bring festive magic to every corner.

🌟 Trail Highlights:

  • 🦌 St Peters Cross – Walk beneath a magnificent Reindeer Arch, a perfect photo opportunity for families and friends.

  • 🐻‍❄️ Gonk, Reindeer & Polar Bear Display – *NEW FOR THIS YEAR* Spot these friendly figures shimmering in the winter light.

  • Inside Derby Market Hall – Marvel at the glowing Star, inspired by last year’s favourite Cathedral Square feature.

  • 🧸 Outside Market Hall – Meet the giant Light-Up Teddy Bear, guaranteed to make everyone smile.

  • 🎁 Market Place & Waterfall Area – Wander among glowing presents, twinkling trees, and festive street lighting.

  • Iron Gate – Gaze up at the beautiful Ceiling of Light, wrapping the street in a canopy of Christmas sparkle.

This free, family-friendly trail runs throughout the festive season, adding fesitve light, colour, and Christmas cheer to Derby.

📍 Locations include: St Peters Cross, Market Hall, Market Place, Waterfall, Cornmarket, and Iron Gate.
🎄 Free to enjoy – no booking required!

So wrap up warm, grab a hot chocolate from our local businesses, and take a stroll through Derby’s Festive Lighting Trail 2025.

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