Bishops Stortford Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Bishops Stortford and surrounding areas
Bishops Stortford comes alive for the holiday season with Christmas lights along South Street and a calendar of festive events and holiday activities across the town centre. Attend the Bishop's Stortford Christmas Fayre, enjoy Cheshunt Afternoon Cabarets 2025 and the Christmas Gift Fayre for seasonal entertainment and local shopping. Enjoy caroling, discover festive events, visit Christmas markets and find family-friendly things to do in and around the towns historic lanes and parks this season.
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Christmas Markets
28 eventsFestive market, ice rink, maze, and big wheel on Parker's Piece.
Christmas Parties
21 eventsFestive parties with drag queen entertainment and bottomless prosecco
Christmas Lights
16 eventsIlluminated trail celebrating plants after dark.
Christmas Shows
7 eventsCharles Dickens' 'A Christmas Carol' performed in the historic Banqueting Hall.
Christmas Activities
28 eventsLuxury wreath making with Prosecco or Mulled Wine
Editor's Picks (6)
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Christmas in Cambridge
(Cambridge)
Festive market, ice rink, maze, and big wheel on Parker's Piece.
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Cambridge Botanic Lights 2025
(Cambridge)
Illuminated trail celebrating plants after dark.
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Bishop's Stortford Christmas Fayre
(Bishop's Stortford)
Over 100 stalls in a pedestrianized town center
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Cheshunt Afternoon Cabarets 2025
(Hatfield Heath)
Festive parties with drag queen entertainment and bottomless prosecco
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2025 Christmas Lunches
(St Albans)
Festive Christmas lunches with optional champagne reception.
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St Albans Christmas Cracker
(St Albans)
Festive street market with 100 traders and family entertainment.
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Bishops Stortford Christmas Events Map
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Bishops Stortford Christmas FAQ
The Christmas Fayre is the largest annual event, transforming the town centre with markets, food, and entertainment. The Festive Fun Day in November also marks the start of the holiday season with family activities and light displays.
Bishops Stortford’s Christmas Fayre, with its pedestrianized streets and local artisan stalls, is a cherished tradition. The town also lights up its centre with festive displays, creating a warm, community-focused atmosphere each year.
The town centre—North Street, Market Square, Potter Street, and South Street—is the heart of the light displays. Nearby residential areas often join in with their own neighborhood displays, adding to the festive spirit.
The Christmas Fayre in the town centre is the main spot for markets and local makers. Smaller craft fairs and holiday markets may also be held at community venues—check local listings for details.
Enjoying the town centre light displays and visiting the Christmas Fayre are both free. Strolling through decorated neighborhoods and attending community events are also great budget-friendly options.
The Christmas Fayre and Festive Fun Day offer family-friendly activities, crafts, and entertainment. The pedestrianized town centre during events is safe and welcoming for children, with plenty to see and do.