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The Harrogate Christmas Concert
Harrogate Symphony Orchestra and local primary school children perform festive music at the Royal Hall on Saturday 12 December 2026, 6pm, in aid of Saint Michael's Hospice. Suitable for all ages.
What the concert is and who goes
The Harrogate Christmas Concert is an annual family evening at the Royal Hall. Harrogate Symphony Orchestra plays festive music and carols alongside a choir of children from local primary schools. The venue lists more than 235 children taking part, and a special guest is billed. The concert is held in aid of Saint Michael's Hospice. It is suitable for all ages, so audiences tend to be families, grandparents and regular concert-goers.
Dates and times
There is one performance, on Saturday 12 December 2026, starting at 6.00pm. The box office lists a running time of 135 minutes. No doors time has been published, so check your booking confirmation. The Royal Hall is on Ripon Road, next to Harrogate Convention Centre.
Tickets and visitor information
Tickets are sold through Harrogate Theatre's box office, with prices listed from £15 to £60. Students pay half price. Children aged 11 and under go free when accompanied by an adult. The listing mentions captioned, relaxed, audio described and BSL interpreted options on the booking page. Wheelchair and companion bookings should be made by phone on 01423 502116. Programme notes are due to be added to the orchestra's website closer to the date.
Getting to the Royal Hall
Harrogate station is about a 10-minute walk from the Convention Centre. LNER runs direct trains to London King's Cross roughly hourly, and Leeds is about 35 minutes away by train. Leeds Bradford Airport is about 30 minutes by taxi. If you are driving, the Convention Centre says there are over 1,200 parking spaces in the centre of town. Mid-December is busy, so allow extra time.
Book early
Saturday evenings in the run-up to Christmas fill up across Harrogate, both for tickets and for rooms. If you are travelling from further afield or bringing a larger family group, it is sensible to book the concert and your accommodation together.
Staying with us
Short Stay Harrogate is a local family-run company. Our serviced apartments and townhouses are in central Harrogate, many a short walk from the Royal Hall. A flat or townhouse suits a family because you get a kitchen, separate bedrooms and space for coats and bags. That helps with a 6pm start and children who may be tired by the end of the evening.
After the concert
The concert should finish at about 8.15pm if it runs to the listed length. Plenty of Harrogate restaurants are within an easy walk, and they will be busy on a December Saturday, so book a table beforehand. The town centre has wine bars and pubs for adults after a family event. If you are staying overnight, the Turkish Baths are a good choice on Sunday morning. Check opening and booking arrangements with them in advance.
Staying for this event?
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Our homes are spread across central Harrogate, many within a short walk of the Convention Centre, the Royal Hall and the station.
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Getting there
Harrogate station is in the town centre, with direct trains to London King's Cross roughly every hour and to Leeds in about 35 minutes. The Convention Centre is around a ten-minute walk from the station.
Book early
Big shows and conferences fill the town quickly, especially multi-day trade fairs. Book your stay as soon as your dates are confirmed.
Make a night of it
After the event, Harrogate's restaurants, bars and Turkish Baths are on the doorstep. See our local guide for where we eat and drink.
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Where should I stay for The Harrogate Christmas Concert?
Anywhere in central Harrogate keeps you close to the Royal Hall. Our serviced apartments and townhouses are in the town centre, many a short walk from the venue, and the kitchens and extra bedrooms suit families.
Is The Harrogate Christmas Concert open to the public?
Yes. Tickets are sold to the public through Harrogate Theatre's box office. The performance is suitable for all ages.
What time does it start?
The concert starts at 6.00pm on Saturday 12 December 2026. The listed running time is 135 minutes. A doors time has not been published.
How much are tickets?
Harrogate Theatre lists prices from £15 to £60. Students pay half price, and children aged 11 and under are free when accompanied by an adult.
Who performs?
Harrogate Symphony Orchestra performs with children from local primary schools. A special guest is also billed. The concert raises money for Saint Michael's Hospice.
Where is the Royal Hall?
It is on Ripon Road in Harrogate, next to Harrogate Convention Centre. The station is about a 10-minute walk from the Convention Centre.
