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Christmas

Looking for something different this Christmas?

Come and enjoy some of our timeless places in Wiltshire this Christmas. There are many fun events and activities planned across the county, from Christmas Carol services to visits from Santa himself.

Family-Friendly Christmas Events in Wiltshire

For a magical Christmas experience in Wiltshire that the whole family will enjoy, there are lots of festive options to choose from.

This year, Longleat's Festival of Light returns with an even more spectacular display! Explore iconic sights as you embark on a grand day out this Christmas as Longleat presents Legendary Worlds. Returning to Wiltshire with a glowing world of myths, heroes and legendary tales. Immerse yourself i the lost city of Atlantis, walk underneath a life-sized blue whale and marvel at heroes of mythology in action!

Christmas at Stourhead is one to see this festive season, with a magical after-dark trail once again lighting up the magnificent National Trust gardens. There's also a spectacular Christmas illuminated trail taking place at Westonbirt, with Westonbirt Enchanted Christmas!

Christmas often isn’t complete without a festive trip to the theatre! Look out for Salisbury Playhouse annual performances, and be sure to keep an eye out on our What's On pages for a selection of family-friendly festive theatre taking place in Wiltshire.

Meet Father Christmas

Father Christmas has come all the way from Lapland to meet you! He will be in several places around the county and on the Wiltshire borders in Bath and Hampshire. Find out where to meet Santa in Wiltshire this Christmas and arrange a visit to see the big jolly man in red!

Christmas Carols

Join in with the Christmas Carol Concerts and the Christmas services at parish churches across Wiltshire.

Christmas Shopping in Wiltshire

Shop for an array of festive gifts from locally made crafts and delicacies across Wiltshire this Winter. There are lots of fantastic shopping opportunities in Wiltshire, from independent retailers to luxurious large shopping centres.

And if you fancy the idea of making your own Christmas gifts, why not book a place on one of the upcoming wreath making and Christmas craft workshops?

So what are you waiting for?

This Christmas in Wiltshire is going to be a memorable occasion so why not come down, join in and create some fantastic memories for you and your family – we would love to see you!

Getting started is easy, have a look at the Christmas events taking place across Wiltshire at the bottom of this page, and start planning your festive visit.

With so much happening, why not make it a short break and enjoy even more of Wiltshire’s festivities this Christmas!

If you are organising an event that is of interest to visitors to Wiltshire and would like it to be featured on the VisitWiltshire website please click here.

Christmas Light Switch Ons

In many Wiltshire towns and villages, the start of the festive season begins when the Christmas lights are turned on. Take a look at when the Christmas lights will be switched on across Wiltshire to find out when beautiful festive decorations will come to the towns around the county.

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Make Your Own Chocolate Advent Calendar Experience

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Friday 20th November | 7pm–9pm
Create your very own luxury chocolate advent calendar with an indulgent festive evening at Hollychocs HQ.
Guided by award-winning Chocolate Engineer - Holly Garner, (Taste of the West's South West Chocolate Champion…

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20 Nov 2026to20 Nov 2026
The Festival of Light at Longleat

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Warminster

Explore iconic sights as you embark on a grand day out this Christmas at The Festival of Light at Longleat.

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Longleat, West Wiltshire

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7 Nov 2026to10 Jan 2027
Festive Afternoon Tea with Jazz & The Tonics at Lydiard Park Hotel

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Swindon

Step into the magic of the season with a Festive Afternoon Tea at Lydiard Park Hotel, accompanied by live music from Jazz & The Tonics.
Gather with friends and family and enjoy a delicious selection of festive sandwiches, freshly baked scones with…

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Lydiard House & Park, Swindon

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19 Dec 2026to19 Dec 2026
From Darkness to Light: The Advent Procession

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Salisbury

All are welcome to join us for this extraordinary, atmospheric service as over 1000 candles are gradually lit to illuminate the medieval interior, taking us from darkness into light as we embrace the hope of Advent.
This service will take place…

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27 Nov 2026to27 Nov 2026
Boogie & Banquet Christmas Party Night at Lydiard Park Hotel

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Swindon

Celebrate the festive season with a fun-filled evening of great food, music and dancing at Lydiard Park Hotel.
Start the night with an arrival drink before enjoying a delicious hot festive buffet served by our team of elves. Then hit the dance…

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Lydiard House & Park, Swindon

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11 Dec 2026to11 Dec 2026
The Art of the Winter Wreath

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Great Somerford

As the wheel turns and we cross the threshold into autumn, nature invites us to pause, look inward, and honour the changing light.
Join us for a Winter Wreath Making Workshop. We will bring together all the beauty winter has to offer and the…

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2 Dec 2026to2 Dec 2026
The Santa Show 2026: Santa's Best Ever Christmas

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Chippenham

The Neeld Community and Arts Centre and Honalee Media present…
The Santa Show 2026: Santa's Best Ever Christmas – the show where every child gets a present from Santa!
Following last year's sell-out performances of Santa's Christmas Party, Honalee…

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The Neeld Community & Arts Centre, Wiltshire

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12 Dec 2026to12 Dec 2026
Christmas Market

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Weyhill, Andover

Enjoy the run up to Christmas with a delightful, festive shopping experience at the Hawk Conservancy Trust!

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27 Nov 2026to29 Nov 2026
The Big Christmas Present Hunt

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Weyhill, Andover

Running over the Christmas school holidays, Saturday December 12 - Sunday 13 and Saturday December 19, 2026 – Sunday January 2, 2027 10:00am - 4:30pm Can you solve the mystery of Santa's missing present sack this Christmas? Bring the whole family…

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Hawk Conservancy Trust, Salisbury

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12 Dec 2026to13 Dec 2026

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19 Dec 2026to2 Jan 2027
Festive Chocolate Experience

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Friday 18 December 7-9pm
Festive Hollychocs Experience at Hollychocs
A deliciously creative evening of chocolate-making, tasting & Christmas indulgence
Looking for a festive night out that's fun, luxurious, and hands-on? Join us for the Festive…

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18 Dec 2026to18 Dec 2026
The Pump Room Christmas Dinner Dance

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Bath

Step into a magical Christmas evening at the iconic Roman Baths and Pump Room
7.00pm - 12.30am
Begin your night with a sparkling welcome drink beneath the stars, as flickering torchlight reflects on ancient waters – a truly unforgettable setting…

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4 Dec 2026to4 Dec 2026
Santa on the Farm

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Nr. Wroughton, Swindon

Visit Santa in his Grotto with some of his animals. Light refreshment and present from Santa. Includes all day entry into Butterfly World & Farm Park
Full details, including menu options and booking details are on the website under the…

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Studley Grange Garden & Leisure Park, Swindon

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4 Dec 2026to22 Dec 2026
St Thomas's Christmas Tree Festival

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Salisbury

For it's 20th anniversary, St Thomas’s Christmas Tree Festival will once again bring creativity and seasonal joy to the centre of Salisbury

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1 Dec 2026to6 Dec 2026
Chippenham Male Voice Choir's Christmas Cracker Concert

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Chippenham

Chippenham Male Voice Choir will be performing in their annual Christmas Cracker Concert with guests the Corsham Wind Band and the amazing Mezzo Soprano, Marie Elliot.
Tickets: £15.00
Please contact the venue for any access requirements.
Tickets…

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The Neeld Community & Arts Centre, Wiltshire

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3 Dec 2026to3 Dec 2026
Retro Disco Christmas Party Night at Lydiard Park Hotel

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Swindon

Get ready to dance the night away at Lydiard Park Hotel's Retro Disco Christmas Party Night.
Step back in time as the Disco Dollz perform all your favourite disco, pop and party classics from the 70s, 80s and 90s. With live music, a DJ, themed…

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Lydiard House & Park, Swindon

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18 Dec 2026to18 Dec 2026
Christmas Market

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Semington

Our Christmas Market returns - this year for two days of festive cheer!
We're thrilled to announce that our Christmas Market is returning in 2026, this time spreading the festive cheer over two whole days – Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 November!
Join…

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21 Nov 2026to22 Nov 2026
The Christmas Orchestra

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Swindon

Experience the magic of Christmas as The Christmas Orchestra comes to town this festive season.
Following a series of sold-out performances across the UK, The Christmas Orchestra brings together a live 16-piece chamber orchestra, stunning lighting…

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27 Nov 2026to27 Nov 2026
Christmas Chocolate Experience

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Monday 21 December 11am-12.30pm
Holly Jolly Christmas Chocolate Experience at Hollychocs
A fun and hands-on festive chocolate-making experience for grown-ups and children aged 5 & up to enjoy together.
Treat your child or teen to some hands-on…

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21 Dec 2026to21 Dec 2026
Christmas Lights Switch-On

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Bradford on Avon

Bradford on Avon's Christmas Lights Switch-On returns on Friday 27 November!
Join us in Westbury Garden from 4pm to 8pm as we kick off the festive season with an evening of Christmas entertainment, festive food and drink and the town's much-loved…

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27 Nov 2026to27 Nov 2026
Festive Paint & Sip at Lydiard Park Hotel

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Swindon

Explore your creative side with Lydiard Park Hotel's festive painting class.
Whether you're a budding Van Gough, or haven't picked up a paintbrush in years, their friendly instructor will guide you through painting this Christmassy scene in simple…

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Lydiard House & Park, Swindon

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From:

9 Dec 2026to9 Dec 2026

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Christmas

Looking for something different this Christmas?

Family-Friendly Christmas Events in Wiltshire

Meet Father Christmas

Christmas Carols

Christmas Shopping in Wiltshire

Christmas Light Switch Ons

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