Farnborough Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Farnborough and surrounding areas
Farnborough glows for the festive season as Holiday lights and seasonal events transform the town centre and Canal Quarter with markets and family-friendly attractions. Visit the Farnborough Frost Fair, take a Santa Cruise on the Basingstoke Canal or lace up for the January Jingle Jog while enjoying local festive events in Princes Gardens and the high street. With markets, illuminated trails and plenty of things to do, Farnborough offers a welcoming holiday programme for families this Christmas 2025.
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Christmas Markets
27 eventsEnchanting Christmas village with ice rink and Santa visits.
Christmas Parties
20 eventsHistoric Victorian mansion hosting festive celebrations
Christmas Lights
13 eventsAnnual Christmas lights switch-on with celebrity guest
Christmas Shows
10 eventsTraditional pantomime with celebrity guests
Christmas Activities
30 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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Fabulously Festive Christmas Event
(EWHURST)
Enchanting Christmas village with ice rink and Santa visits.
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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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Denbies Santa Express
(Dorking)
Festive train ride with Santa through the vineyard.
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Fabulously Festive at Hurtwood Park Polo & Country Club
(Epsom)
Festive Christmas celebration at a polo club
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Festive Family Fun at Windsor Castle
(Windsor)
Step into a Victorian Christmas at Windsor Castle.
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Farnborough Christmas Events Map
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Farnborough Christmas FAQ
The biggest annual Christmas events include the Farnborough Frost Fair and the Christmas Lights Switch-On in the town center, both featuring festive markets, live entertainment, and family activities.
Farnborough’s holiday traditions include community-focused events like the Frost Fair with its mix of crafts, music, and festive performances, as well as the town’s Christmas Lights Switch-On that brings locals together to celebrate the season.
Several residential areas in Farnborough are known for their festive neighborhood displays, where local families decorate their homes with creative lights, creating charming walking trails for visitors.
Christmas markets and local makers can be found primarily in Farnborough town center during events like the Frost Fair, as well as at nearby markets such as Aldershot Christmas Cracker, which features artisan vendors and festive stalls.
Free or budget-friendly activities include visiting the Farnborough Frost Fair, enjoying neighborhood light displays, and attending the Christmas Lights Switch-On, all offering festive fun without a high cost.
Family-friendly options include the Frost Fair with its Santa’s Grotto, craft workshops, and live performances, as well as exploring the town’s holiday lights and festive markets that offer activities suitable for children.