We may still be in July, but there are already Christmas events for 2023 parents can now book.
Much-loved places such as Chester Zoo, Farmer Ted's and Dunham Massey have all released details for their festive events taking place this year. Unfortunately, for those who don't like to think about Christmas so soon, tickets are selling fast.
Whether you fancy taking your little one on a illuminated winter walk through woodland or to 'Santa's workshop' there is a lot of choice across Liverpool and slightly further afield.
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In most cases, it is the weekend slots which get booked up first for any event, with the Saturdays and Sundays in December selling out quickly. Below, we have rounded-up all the events that you can book now for this Christmas.
For events where tickets are not yet available we have included a link where you can be the first to know when they're released.
Polar Express Train Ride
Families can enjoy a festive ride on The Polar Express this Christmas. This popular event is returning to the UK this festive season across a number of locations.
You can start your journey at Froghall Station on the Churnet Valley Railway in Staffordshire, which is around one hour 30 minutes drive from Liverpool.
The immersive family-oriented experience takes you on a round-trip journey to the North Pole. Led by a cast of talented actors and set to the film soundtrack, passengers will relive the magic of the classic story. Children big and small are taken on The Polar Express for a one-hour trip to meet Santa.
Tickets are available here.
Chester Zoo
Chester Zoo has revealed plans for a new light trail that will be their "biggest and brightest" winter event ever.
The zoo is partnering with music heavyweights Sony Music / RGL and Culture Creative to bring a brand new light trail with never before seen installations throughout November and December.
Named Lanterns and Light, it will include a 15m-long 3D mammoth hologram, illuminated dolphins emerging from waterways, a walkway of gigantic pea-lit animals and an impressive fire garden.
Tickets are available to book here.
Farmer Christmas at Farmer Ted's
Farmer Ted's is back for 2023 and this year will include a Christmas storytime everyday with one of Santa's helpers.
This will be an interactive storytime experience where your little ones can join in and feel the magic of Christmas through one or two Christmas tales.
Before storytime, though, you will begin their experience at the animal barn, you'll then walk through Santa's winter wonderland and see where elves make all the toys and where Santa sleeps.
You can book tickets here.
Knowsley Safari Park
Knowsley Safari Park's Christmas light experience is back for 2023.
The park is promising to once again transform into an Illuminated wonderland. Exact dates and ticket sales are yet to be released but you can keep checking here for the latest updates.
Dunham Massey
When it comes to sell-out Christmas events, Dunham Massey is one of the region's most popular. Some dates for 2023 are already limited.
The experience will see visitors follow a trail of lights and giant glowing deer along the woodland. New for 2023 are light and sound installations with colour-changing batons of light stretching out onto the fields.
It will run from November 17 - December 23 with all tickets allocated by staggered trail start times and digital or printed tickets are accepted. Food, drink and fairground rides are available onsite. Food and drink can be found at the beginning and end of the trail, with additional refreshments at around the midway point.
Tickets can be booked here.
Otterspool Christmas experience
Otterspool is offering visitors up to three hours of magical activities plus unlimited play on its ice rink and other attractions.
Each ticket includes a visit Santa in his Grotto and receive a gift, a visit to the Elves 'Make a Bear' workshop. Visitors can also watch a festive show, decorate gingerbread men with Mrs Claus and enjoy the attractions.
Payment plans are available. Tickets can be booked here.
Dobbies Garden Centre
Dobbies offers families with the traditional Grotto experience, visitors can take a walk through the trail as they wait to meet Father Christmas.
Dobbies usually releases its tickets for this in September, so those not ready to think about Christmas are in luck. We will update you when tickets are released.
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