East Grinstead Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in East Grinstead and surrounding areas
East Grinstead lights up Christmas 2025 with Christmas lights along London Road and seasonal activities at sites like Standen, where festive events and winter festivals bring the community together. Enjoy Christmas at Standen, local concerts, tree decorating events and craft markets that showcase lights, music and family-friendly entertainment. From guided lights walks to seasonal shopping and carol evenings, East Grinstead offers plenty of things to do and holiday attractions for a cozy festive visit.
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Christmas Markets
26 eventsEnchanting Christmas village with ice rink and Santa visits.
Christmas Lights
17 eventsImmersive 'Land of Oz' themed Christmas experience
Christmas Parties
13 eventsChristmas party nights at a working vineyard with live entertainment.
Christmas Shows
6 eventsSing-along concert with live band, choir, and Father Christmas.
Christmas Activities
38 eventsMagical Christmas event
Editor's Picks (6)
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Christmas at Bewl Water 2025
(Bewlbridge)
Immersive Christmas quest to boost the 'Cheerometer'.
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Fabulously Festive Christmas Event
(EWHURST)
Enchanting Christmas village with ice rink and Santa visits.
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Royal Pavilion Ice Rink
(Brighton)
Iconic Royal Pavilion setting for a green-energy powered ice rink
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Tilgate Park's Magical Christmas
(Crawley)
Magical Christmas event
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The Pantiles Christmas Markets
(Tunbridge Wells)
Festive chalets and Rudolph's Runner land train
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Fabulously Festive at Hurtwood Park Polo & Country Club
(Epsom)
Festive Christmas celebration at a polo club
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East Grinstead Christmas Events Map
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East Grinstead Christmas FAQ
The biggest annual events include the Christmas Lights Switch On in mid-November and the East Grinstead Christmas Market in early December, both drawing large crowds for festive celebrations.
East Grinstead is known for its community-driven Christmas window displays unveiled during the Big Reveal event, showcasing local shopkeepers’ festive creativity each year.
The historic High Street area and several nearby residential neighborhoods are popular for their charming and well-decorated Christmas light displays.
Local Christmas markets are primarily held along London Road and the High Street, featuring a variety of artisan vendors and craft stalls showcasing local makers.
Enjoying the free Christmas light displays around town, attending the Big Reveal window display event, and visiting the free-entry Christmas markets are great budget-friendly options.
Families can enjoy festive markets with activities for children, the Christmas Lights Switch On event, and seasonal workshops or performances held locally during the holiday season.