New York-inspired festive bar, £1,000 giveaway and Santa Dash to anchor Trinity Leeds Christmas line-up

Trinity Leeds is preparing to deck the halls with its biggest Christmas programme to date, unveiling a packed calendar of festive events, live entertainment, family trails, and a new pop-up bar.

At the heart of the shopping centre's celebrations will be the return of its 12-metre Christmas tree, fitted with nearly 100 light tubes and a glowing star topper beneath the main atrium.

Kicking off the season on November 12, The Christmas House will officially open its doors to bring a slice of Manhattan holiday style to the city centre. Running through to New Year’s Day, the pop-up venue takes inspiration from iconic New York Christmas spots, featuring red velvet booths, candlelit tables, twinkling lights, and decorated trees.

During daytime hours, the venue will cater to families and shoppers with gingerbread-making sessions, letters to Santa, photo opportunities, coffee, cakes, and seasonal lunches, alongside an on-site present-wrapping service.

As night falls, The Christmas House will transition into an evening destination serving festive dishes and Christmas cocktails alongside live entertainment, with bookable spaces available for Christmas parties.

The following weekend (November 14), Trinity Leeds will host its Win Your Wishmas event from 12pm to 5pm.

The interactive day will feature musical performances, live entertainment, and hourly giveaways. Every hour on the hour, one shopper will be selected to win prizes, culminating in a grand prize giveaway of a £1,000 Trinity Leeds gift card.

From November 27, families can take part in the free Mr. Men Little Miss Christmas Trail.

Children can explore the shopping centre following clues to spot iconic characters, with a prize waiting at the finish line.

The festivities continue on December 6, as Trinity Leeds serves as the starting line for the annual Leeds Santa Dash 5K. Organised by Jane Tomlinson’s Run For All, the charity event will see thousands of runners, joggers, and walkers dressed in Santa suits take to the streets in aid of local causes.

Wrapping up the festive offerings, a dedicated gift-wrapping service will operate from Guest Services between December 12 and 24 for shoppers needing an extra hand.

Steve Foster, Centre Director at Trinity Leeds, said: “Christmas is always a magical time, and this year we’re bringing even more festive excitement to the city. With new experiences, spectacular giveaways and plenty of ways for people to celebrate together, we want to make

“Trinity Leeds more than just a place to shop. It’s a destination where our guests can make memories, stock up on the Christmas spirit, and enjoy the run-up to the big day.”