Chesham Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Chesham and surrounding areas
Chesham celebrates the festive season with Christmas markets and festive events along the High Street and around the Elgiva Theatre, offering winter festivals and seasonal attractions. Events like Twits & Tricks Storytelling at the Roald Dahl Museum and the Elgiva Artisans & Chiltern Made Craft Fair provide family activities and unique shopping opportunities. From tree lighting ceremonies to local carol concerts, Chesham’s holiday events and seasonal gatherings make the town a cozy destination for festive things to do.
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Christmas Markets
28 eventsTring's largest free Christmas festival
Christmas Parties
22 eventsLuxurious New Year's Eve house party with fine dining and fireworks.
Christmas Shows
12 eventsTraditional pantomime with celebrity guests
Christmas Lights
8 eventsImmersive light show and festive tour of European traditions
Christmas Activities
30 eventsIconic Harry Potter sets transformed for Christmas.
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Christmas at Waddesdon Light Trail
(Aylesbury)
Immersive light show and festive tour of European traditions
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Dick Whittington Pantomime
(Windsor)
Traditional pantomime with celebrity guests
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Watford Christmas Lights Switch-On
(Watford)
Annual Christmas lights switch-on and Winterfest
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Hogwarts in the Snow
(Leavesden)
Iconic Harry Potter sets transformed for Christmas.
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A Christmas Carol at Norman Bragg Studio
(Aylesbury)
Charles Dickens portrays all characters in a solo performance.
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New Year's Eve House Party at Hartwell House
(Vale of Aylesbury)
Luxurious New Year's Eve house party with fine dining and fireworks.
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Chesham Christmas Events Map
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Chesham Christmas FAQ
The biggest annual Christmas event in Chesham is the Christmas Lights Switch-On held in Market Square, featuring live music, market stalls, fairground rides, and a visit from Father Christmas. This event marks the start of the festive season each November.
Chesham’s holiday traditions include the community-focused Christmas Lights Switch-On and the Father Christmas grotto at the Chapter Two Bookshop, which supports local charities. These events foster a strong sense of local spirit and generosity.
Beloved neighborhood favorites near Chesham offer charming and festive light displays ideal for evening walks. While specific streets vary year to year, local residents often decorate their homes to create a welcoming holiday atmosphere.
Christmas markets and local makers can be found primarily in Chesham’s Market Square during the Christmas in Chesham event. Additional artisan markets and craft fairs may also take place nearby throughout the holiday season.
Free or budget-friendly activities include exploring the Chesham Christmas lights around the town and neighborhoods, attending the Christmas Lights Switch-On event, and visiting local markets with free entry. Many community events offer festive fun without cost.
Families with kids can enjoy the Christmas Lights Switch-On event with its fairground rides and live performances, as well as visiting Father Christmas’s grotto at Chapter Two Bookshop. These activities provide festive entertainment suitable for children.