Ulverston Dickensian Festival

Ulverston

28th and 29th November

Step back in time as the festival returns in true Ulverston Dickensian style. Experience the magic of Christmas with multiple live performance stages, roving street entertainers, warming mulled wine, a town filled with festive market stalls, and colourful costume parades winding through Ulverston’s historic streets.

Whether you come dressed in Victorian costume or simply soak up the atmosphere, you’ll find a warm welcome and plenty of festive cheer for the whole family.

Enjoy an incredible programme of free entertainment, featuring brass bands, choirs and singers, magicians, fire eaters, jugglers, stilt walkers, and many more talented performers throughout the weekend.

While you’re here, take time to explore Ulverston’s unique mix of traditional and independent shops, cosy cafés, and welcoming pubs. The town is renowned for its thriving community of local businesses, as well as its bustling indoor and outdoor markets, making it the perfect place to shop, eat, and celebrate the festive season.