Bracknell Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Bracknell and surrounding areas
Bracknell welcomes the festive season with the town centre glowing in Christmas markets and Holiday lights for Christmas 2025. Head to Lapland UK and the Howden Christmas Racing Weekend or book a Festive Lunch and Dinner at Easthampstead Park for memorable holiday activities around the Broadway and Princess Square. The calendar mixes lively parades, seasonal markets and family-friendly festive events so there’s always something to do whether you’re chasing lights displays, live entertainment or cozy market stalls in Bracknell.
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Christmas Markets
27 eventsBerkshires' largest annual Christmas event with unlimited rides.
Christmas Parties
20 eventsHistoric Victorian mansion hosting festive celebrations
Christmas Shows
11 eventsTraditional pantomime with celebrity guests
Christmas Lights
11 eventsEnchanting woodland light trail with magical projections and fountain displays.
Christmas Activities
31 eventsSanta's Grotto with professional photos and gifts
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Dick Whittington Pantomime
(Windsor)
Traditional pantomime with celebrity guests
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Reading Winter Wonderland
(Reading)
Berkshires' largest annual Christmas event with unlimited rides.
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Santa's Grotto Experience at Daniel of Windsor
(Windsor)
Santa's Grotto with professional photos and gifts
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Lapland UK
(Winkfield Row)
Immersive theatrical journey to meet Father Christmas.
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Howden Christmas Racing Weekend
(Ascot)
Christmas horse racing event with festive atmosphere
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Festive Family Fun at Windsor Castle
(Windsor)
Step into a Victorian Christmas at Windsor Castle.
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Bracknell Christmas Events Map
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Bracknell Christmas FAQ
The biggest events include the Kingfisher Chase and Dipper Lea Christmas lights switch-on and various neighborhood markets that bring the community together for festive celebrations.
Bracknell’s holiday traditions often focus on community-led light displays and charity fundraising events, alongside local markets that highlight regional crafts and seasonal foods.
Kingfisher Chase and Dipper Lea are well-known neighborhoods for their festive light displays, with other local areas also participating in neighborhood displays that brighten the season.
Christmas markets and local artisan stalls are typically found in central community spaces and market halls in Bracknell, as well as at nearby towns hosting seasonal craft fairs.
Enjoying neighborhood light displays, visiting free-entry markets, and attending community events like carol singing and festive fairs offer budget-friendly ways to celebrate in Bracknell.
Family-friendly options include visiting Santa’s grotto at the Lexicon, exploring local markets with craft activities, and enjoying walkable light trails that are safe and engaging for children.