Christmas
November 2026
Christmas Food & Gift Fair
Ripon Cathedral Christmas Food & Gift Fair 2026 Friday 20th November 9.30am-4.30pm Come along to explore over 100 superb stalls with a lovely selection of Christmas gifts, food and drink in the stunning setting of Ripon Cathedral. More details coming soon. Under 16s free, no ticket required. This event raises vital funds for the cathedral’s […]
Christmas Food & Gift Fair
Ripon Cathedral Christmas Food & Gift Fair 2026 Saturday 21st November 9.30am-4.30pm Come along to explore over 100 superb stalls with a lovely selection of Christmas gifts, food and drink in the stunning setting of Ripon Cathedral. More details coming soon. Under 16s free, no ticket required. This event raises vital funds for the cathedral’s […]
Advent Carol Service and Procession
Join us for a beautiful candlelit service as we begin the preparation for Christmas with the choir enveloping the congregation with glorious music.
December 2026
Rat Pack – A Swingin’ Christmas By Candlelight comes to Ripon Cathedral!
Rat Pack – A Swingin’ Christmas By Candlelight is finally here, and it’s time to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year, with festive cheer and that unmistakable swagger of the original kings of cool! Direct from acclaimed sell-out shows at London’s famous Adelphi Theatre, this yuletide spectacular is a shimmering cocktail of sharp suits, smooth harmonies, […]
G4 Christmas
Gather to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year as G4 bring glad tidings of great joy this festive season, with the return of their ‘G4 Christmas’ tour in the most awe-inspiring cathedrals, priories, minsters, halls and abbeys across the UK. Step into a world of vocal enchantment, on a breath-taking musical journey with […]
Festival of Nine Lessons & Carols
The cathedral’s celebrations of Christmas once again include the traditional Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols when the story of Christmas is told in readings and music from Ripon Cathedral Choir. A second festival takes place on Christmas Eve and will be live-streamed. Details here. Tickets Details on tickets will be released soon Timings The […]
Journey To Bethlehem
Enjoy the start of Christmas as we sing familiar carols and the children tell the story of Christ’s birth. Children are invited to dress up as characters of the nativity story (or anyone or anything that takes their fancy!) for a fun and adorable service for youngsters and their families.
Festival of Nine Lessons & Carols – Christmas Eve
The cathedral’s celebrations of Christmas once again include the traditional Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols when the story of Christmas is told in readings and music from Ripon Cathedral Choir. You can watch the streamed Christmas Eve service via the cathedral YouTube channel. Tickets More details about tickets will be available soon Timings The […]
Midnight Mass & Blessing Of The Crib
Join us for traditional midnight mass at Ripon Cathedral
Festal Eucharist – Christmas Day
Join us as we celebrate on this most special of days in the church calendar.
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