Festive shopping and entertainment extravaganza to head to Leeds
A fairy tale themed hidden Christmas market will be hosted at Kirkstall Abbey this December.
From one-of-a-kind gifts, to themed cocktails, stocking fillers, seasonal street food, mulled wine and festive-fueled entertainment, Leeds hidden market promises an alternative shopping experience.
The line-up includes Brass Band, Twisted Cabaret, Aerial performance, and a festive lip-sync mash-up, whilst also introducing audience participation for Carol-oke and Musical Bingo.
Show Organiser, Julia Benfield, said: “We wanted to bring something different to Leeds this Christmas, prompting people to take a real time out, and enjoy something unique, a different world, where you forget the outside pressures, and get lost in the magic. We’ve created a unique environment, both interactive and immersive, mixing shopping with performance, socialising and plenty of Christmas cheer.
“We’ve spent the last year working on introducing interactive elements to the programming, and really want to instill the child like joy of Christmas across people of all backgrounds, beliefs and ages. This is about coming together, uniting, and enjoying the festive season.”
Creative Director Jamila Juma-Ware added: “This isn’t your typical fairy tale story, there are no rules. This is Grimm, it’s a dark adventure, but with festive twists and turns, and a little retail thrown in too. We’ve merged our favorite activities into one this Christmas, where else can you eat, drink, shop, sing, dance, be dazzled with entertainment, and adorn yourself in glitter.”
Leeds Hidden Christmas Market takes over Kirkstall Abbey, 14-21st December. The hidden experience unravels over five hours; family friendly by day, and adults only at night – giving the perfect opportunity to let your hair down, and unleash your inner child.
This is a ticket only event with performances and access to the undercover market starts on Thursday 14 December, running until Thursday 21.
