Join in with a host of events taking place in and around Congleton this weekend.

Read on to find out more, or check out our What's On page for other upcoming local events.

Santa Clause

Santa Clause is coming to Congleton town and the surrounding areas this festive season, with the fun kicking off this weekend.

On Sunday 26 November, the annual Congleton Santa tour made a triumphant for 2023, and Santa will be visiting more families this weekend.

On Friday 8 December, he will be visiting The Green, Giantswood Grove, Westlow Heath and Cranberry Gardens.

Following this, on Saturday 9 December residents of Alderley Gate and Round Hill Gardens can expect a visit.

Concluding this weekend's visits, on Sunday 10 December Santa will be flying into Henshall Hall, Reade's Lane and Southlands.

Click here to find out about the rest of the route on the run up to Christmas.

Santa Clause is coming to town this winter. Image credit: Congleton Santa.

Christmas Candle Making Workshop

Join the team at Capesthorne Hall on Saturday 9 December for a fun and unique candle making masterclass with Ma Lumiere!

All tools, materials and guidance are provided. As well as creating two of your very own candles to take home you will also learn details about the candle industry and how to keep your candles at their best.

The perfect opportunity to kickstart the festive season! You will also have special exclusive access into The Hall which will be dressed for Christmas and to help create a magical day out. 

Workshop Includes: 

• 1 hour 30 mins Candle Masterclass
• 20% Off Ma Lumiere Products
• 2 Medium Sized Candles
• Glass of Prosecco
• Hall Tour (unguided)
• Mince Pie or Alternative Festive Treat
• Unlimited Garden Entry until 5pm  

Get festive at a candle makng workshop this weekend. Image credit: Ma Lumiere.

Christmas Cracker

Head down to Cross Street Church on Sunday 10 December to witness the Christmas story told through singing, games and lots of craft activities for all the family.

This event is free and will take place from 4pm.  

Drinks and crisps will be available for the children and tea or coffee and mince pies for the adults.

Join a Christmas Cracker at Cross Street Church, Congleton. Image credit: Scouts / Nub News.

Don't forget to keep your eye on the events taking place on the run up to Christmas at the brand new and incredibly popular Congleton Market Quarter.

Check out our What's On page for more local events going on this weekend.

You can also share your own events on our What's On page for FREE by clicking the 'Nub It' button. Alternatively, email [email protected] to enquire. 

Have a great weekend!