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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 British Icons with Wallace & Gromit and friends! Meet fan-favourite characters from Shaun the Sheep, Chicken Run, Wallace & Gromit and more while you journey to some of the UK’s most famous landmarks.

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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  1. Owls by Moonlight at Christmas

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    Weyhill, Andover

    Saturday 6, Sunday 7, Friday 12, Saturday 13 December - 5:30pm – 8.30pm

    Kick off the festive season with a magical evening with the owls at the Hawk Conservancy Trust! The Hawk Conservancy Trust will be flying their awesome owls under moonlight…

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    6 Dec 2025to7 Dec 2025
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    12 Dec 2025to13 Dec 2025
  2. Handel's Messiah

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    Salisbury

    A Choral Foundation Concert: Handel's masterpiece Messiah at Salisbury Cathedral

    One of the most popular fixtures in our festive calendar, Handel's Messiah returns with the full Cathedral Choir joined by the City of London Sinfonia and four…

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    13 Dec 2025to13 Dec 2025
  3. Afternoon Christmas Carols

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    Salisbury

    Gather friends, family or colleagues to enjoy this special event aimed at groups of five or more. Salisbury Cathedral Choir will perform much-loved carols and seasonal music for groups to join in and sing along with.

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    9 Dec 2025to9 Dec 2025
  4. Open Session Children's X-Mas Inflatable Party

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    Trowbridge

    Open Session Children's X-Mas Inflatable Party with Active Trowbridge

    Dive, slide and bounce your way through our amazing inflatables this Christmas! Explore our bouncy castles, conquer the exciting assault courses and have a blast in our…

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    17 Dec 2025to17 Dec 2025
  5. Family Crib Service for Christmas Eve

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    Salisbury

    This short service for all the family, especially suitable for younger children, is a joyful retelling of the story of Mary and Joseph's journey to Bethlehem. Includes traditional Christmas carols with modern flourishes and music from the…

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    Salisbury Cathedral and Magna Carta, Salisbury

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    24 Dec 2025to24 Dec 2025
  6. Festive Stay & Play

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    Laverstock, SALISBURY

    Come and join us in the Big Barn at River Bourne Community Farm for a festive themed play session where your little ones can explore our Christmas themed sensory trays, small world, water play, christmas crafts, playdough station , stories, music…

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    River Bourne Community Farm, Salisbury

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    From:
    8 Dec 2025to10 Dec 2025
  7. Christmas at Avebury Manor

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    Avebury

    Visit Avebury Manor for a special one-off celebration of decorations, lights, and festive memories, as the doors open for the first time since January 2024

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    29 Nov 2025to4 Jan 2026
  8. Story Time with St. Nicholas

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    Avebury

    Meet St. Nicholas under the twinkling lights of the historic dovecote for a fun story time and to receive a gift to take home. Tickets can be booked online.

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    7 Nov 2025to7 Dec 2025
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    13 Dec 2025to14 Dec 2025
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    20 Dec 2025to21 Dec 2025
  9. Carols by Candlelight

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    Salisbury

    For those seeking traditional carols, our beautiful Carols by Candlelight services are unmissable. Join us at these beautiful candlelit services featuring bible readings, favourite carols and choral works sung by our Cathedral Choir as they tell the…

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    Salisbury Cathedral and Magna Carta, Salisbury

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    22 Dec 2025to22 Dec 2025
  10. Christmas Lights Switch On

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    High Street, Corsham

    Enjoy kicking off the festive season in the charming market town of Corsham, as the beautiful heritage high street is filled with Christmas sparkle.
    With lots of fun for all the family, this free event will have live music, fairground rides, market…

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    5 Dec 2025to5 Dec 2025
  11. Mother Goose pantomime

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    Trowbridge

    Lemon Jelly Pantos returns to Trowbridge this festive season with the most traditional of Christmas pantomimes, Mother Goose.

    This fabulous, festive production by Lemon Jelly Pantos features a tale of golden eggs, quests for beauty, fairy magic and…

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    From:
    10 Dec 2025to10 Dec 2025
  12. Christmas at Westonbirt

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    Forestry England, Tetbury

    Our brand-new illuminated trail, Christmas at Westonbirt, launches this festive season

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    Westonbirt, The National Arboretum, S Gloucestershire & the S Cotswolds

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    28 Nov 2025to31 Dec 2025
  13. Christmas at Stourhead

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    Warminster

    Step into a winter wonderland like no other as Christmas at Stourhead returns for 2025!

    Firmly established as one of the best Christmas events in the South West, Christmas at Stourhead is back for 2025 with an enchanting after-dark illuminated…

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    28 Nov 2025to31 Dec 2025
  14. Festive Chocolate Experience

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    Festive Signature Chocolate 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 Hollychocs Festive…

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    19 Dec 2025to19 Dec 2025
  15. Santa Storytelling Sessions

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    Rodbourne, Swindon

    In this FREE 30-minute group experience, Santa invites you to climb aboard for a cozy storytelling session where he shares the enchanting tale of the Christmas train, and how every passenger plays a part in keeping the holiday spirit alive. Book…

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    4 Dec 2025to19 Dec 2025
  16. Christmas Sing-A-Long 2025

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    Trowbridge

    Join Us for a Fantastic Christmas Sing-A-Long!

    Enjoy a night of Christmas carols and festive songs with the Civic and Trowbridge Town Council teams! This has quickly become a popular event now in it's 4th year and a wonderful opportunity to…

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    23 Dec 2025to23 Dec 2025
  17. Rudolph's Advent Trail at the Fleet Air Arm Museum

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    Ilchester

    Follow Rudolph's trail. Explore the Fleet Air Arm Museum this Christmas with our popular children's Advent Trail!

    From 3 December, explore the tinsel-wrapped museum with our new children's Advent Trail, free with a valid museum ticket!

    Can you…

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    3 Dec 2025to7 Dec 2025
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    10 Dec 2025to14 Dec 2025
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    17 Dec 2025to23 Dec 2025
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    27 Dec 2025to31 Dec 2025
  18. Festive Afternoon Tea

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    Festive Afternoon Tea by Hollychocs
    Crafted by The Southwest's Chocolate Champion, Holly Garner

    Wrap yourself in the magic of the season with our Festive Afternoon Tea, lovingly handcrafted by Holly Garner—founder of Hollychocs and The Southwest's…

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    14 Dec 2025to14 Dec 2025
  19. Festive Afternoon Tea

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    Festive Afternoon Tea by Hollychocs
    Crafted by The Southwest's Chocolate Champion, Holly Garner

    Wrap yourself in the magic of the season with our Festive Afternoon Tea, lovingly handcrafted by Holly Garner—founder of Hollychocs and The Southwest's…

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    14 Dec 2025to14 Dec 2025
  20. Festive Chocolate Experience

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    Festive Signature Chocolate 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 Hollychocs Festive…

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    From:
    5 Dec 2025to5 Dec 2025
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