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Christmas Events in Bristol

Market stalls, enchanting light trails, festive events and experiences, not to mention the magnificent theatre productions – Bristol is brimming with exciting events this Christmas.

Christmas markets

Browse our miles of Christmas markets taking place throughout the festive season, from Bristol Christmas Market through to the Bristol Pop-Up Shop at The Galleries.

Illuminated trails and light shows

Experience a little bit of Christmas magic at light trails and experiences in and around Bristol, from Enchanted Christmas at Westonbirt Arboretum and Winter Wonderland at Wookey Hole, through to a marvellous 3D light show from 500 drones in Evolution at Seat Unique Stadium.

Winter illumination walk The Lumosphere is also a fun and immersive experience for all ages.

Festive theatre

Kickstart your festive celebrations with Stephen Sondheim's musical masterpiece, Into the Woods at Redgrave Theatre, or watch an enchanting festive show featuring puppetry, dance and clowning fun in Four Seasons at Bristol Old Vic.

If you're looking for some pantomime fun, book your tickets for Peter Pan at The Bristol Hippodrome or Rapunzel at Redgrave Theatre, or enjoy a musical adaptation of Dickens' A Christmas Carol.

Family-friendly events

Get ready to do some Elf spotting around the city centre throughout December with a larger-than-life game of hide and seek! Until Sunday 24 December, an enormous 15 ft tall Elf on the Shelf® will appear atop several of the city’s buildings - keep an eye out for clues on our social media (or Redcliffe & Temple BID’s Instagram and Facebook), throughout the month!

Take part in some crafty workshops or explore woodland trails at Bristol's National Trust properties, with some spectacular decorations to be seen both in the historic houses and across their grounds.

Visit Santa is his beautifully decorated wooden cabin at Avon Valley this Christmas, see his Toy Factory and help Mrs Claus decorate some gingerbread for Christmas Day. The Post Room will be open for you to post your letter to Santa, before you ride the Elf Express miniature railway and meet the resident reindeer!

Step into the festively-decorated woodland at Bristol Zoo Project and listen to some fables from Father Christmas on selected dates.

Experience a Victorian Christmas at Brunel's SS Great Britain this December, with guests from the Ragged Victorians and a special visit from Father Christmas.

Head to the UK’S largest undercover winter ice rink Icescape in Weston-super-Mare this winter, or visit Santa's Grotto at the Grand Pier.

Find the full list of what’s on this Christmas in Bristol to get you into the #MerryBristmas spirit!

Back to the Christmas in Bristol page for more inspiration, ideas, blogs and tips

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Bristol Christmas Market

Bristol Shopping Quarter

Bristol Shopping Quarter's streets will play host to wooden chalets offering a selection of gifts as well as festive food and drink.

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3 Nov 2023to23 Dec 2023
Twilight Tobogganing at Mendip Activity Centre

North Somerset & the Mendips

Twilight Tobogganing is back for 2023!! Mendip Activity Centre's most popular event of the season! This is a one-hour outdoor festive adventure, perfect for the whole family.

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From:

4 Nov 2023to3 Jan 2024
Icescape

The UK’S largest undercover winter ice rink is at the Tropicana in Weston-super-Mare until 7th January 2024.

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7 Nov 2023to7 Jan 2024
Festive Bottomless Lunch at Bar + Block

Central Bristol

To kickstart the Christmas celebrations, steak and cocktail specialists Bar + Block have launched a Festive Bottomless Lunch.

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From:

9 Nov 2023to31 Dec 2023
The Vintage Winter Wonderland in Millennium Square

Central Bristol

Head to the winter playground on Bristol's Harbourside this December, with fairground rides, Santa's grotto, Christmas market and more!

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From:

10 Nov 2023to2 Jan 2024
Festival of Light at Longleat 2023

Wiltshire

The legendary Festival of Light is returning for 2023!

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From:

11 Nov 2023to7 Jan 2024
Christmas at Cheddar Gorge & Caves

North East Somerset

Father Christmas will be stopping off to ensure everything is running smoothly and is inviting you behind the scenes to marvel at the amazing magic taking place on selected dates from 11 November – 24 December 2023.

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From:

11 Nov 2023to24 Dec 2023
Christmas at The Ivy Clifton Brasserie

Clifton

Celebrate the festive season in style at The Ivy Clifton Brasserie!

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From:

14 Nov 2023to3 Jan 2024
Christmas in Bristol Shopping Quarter

Bristol Shopping Quarter

As well at shopping and dining at over 100 independent businesses, you can also experience Christmas markets, carol singing, crafty events and more in Bristol Shopping Quarter!

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From:

14 Nov 2023to25 Dec 2023
Bristol Pop-Up Shop at The Galleries

Bristol Shopping Quarter

Now in its fifth year, The Bristol Pop-Up Shop returns this November to the first floor of The Galleries right up until Christmas Eve.

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From:

15 Nov 2023to24 Dec 2023
Christmas at The Maple

North Somerset & the Mendips

Join The Maple with family and friends from Friday 17 November 2023 – Sunday 14 January 2024 for a Merry Maple Christmas!

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From:

17 Nov 2023to14 Jan 2024
Christmas at St Nick's Markets

Old City

For a truly festive shopping experience, look no further than St Nicholas Markets.

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From:

17 Nov 2023to24 Dec 2023
Christmas at Aerospace Bristol

Patchway

Visit Aerospace Bristol this Christmas

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20 Nov 2023to23 Dec 2023
Christmas at Bristol's National Trust properties

Bristol & Bath

Expect decorations and Christmas trees galore, lots of opportunities to meet Father Christmas, plus winter walks and warming refreshments.

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From:

20 Nov 2023to7 Jan 2024
Christmas at the Spiegeltent

Central Bristol

Christmas events at The Spiegeltent are a phantasmagoria of fun-filled, festive cheer all presented in a magical and spectacular venue.

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From:

22 Nov 2023to23 Dec 2023
The Twelve Days of Christmas at Avebury Manor

Wiltshire

Step into The Twelve Days of Christmas at Avebury Manor, where each room is decorated with stunning hand-made ornaments to bring the classic song to life.

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From:

22 Nov 2023to23 Dec 2023
Arabian Nights at Bristol Old Vic

Old City

From writer Sonali Bhattacharyya and director Blanche McIntyre comes an Arabian Nights for modern times.

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From:

23 Nov 2023to6 Jan 2024
The Good, The Bad & The Coyote Ugly - Christmas 2023 at The Wardrobe Theatre

Old Market

Christmas 2023 with The Wardrobe Theatre - a brand new alternative comedy mash-up from the people that brought you MDH: Puppets Do A Movie, Little Women In Black, Drac & Jill, Rocky Shock Horror and more!

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From:

24 Nov 2023to20 Jan 2024
Create a Christmas wreath at Ollie Quinn

Central Bristol

If you want to make a beautiful bespoke festival wreath for your front door then look no further, as in this wreath-making workshop, you will design and create your own Christmas wreath from scratch.

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From:

24 Nov 2023to15 Dec 2023
Winterland at Propyard

Temple

Winterland returns to Propyard with an 80s twist. Experience a nostalgic journey filled with endless fun, delicious food, and a hint of 80s magic.

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From:

25 Nov 2023to23 Dec 2023

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