Last updated: November 11, 2024
Find your holiday happiness in Frome with our event guide. From Frome locals to festive tourists, our guide highlights the season's top events and activities.
Popular Events: Experience the enchanting Christmas at Stourhead, where stunning illuminated gardens create a magical atmosphere perfect for festive strolls. With its iconic backdrop, Christmas at Salisbury Cathedral invites visitors to admire breathtaking choir performances while enjoying the historic surroundings. And don't forget the Trowbridge Christmas Lights Switch On, which brings the town to life with vibrant displays, signalling the start of the season. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Award-winning light trail with new illuminations and seasonal treats.
Stourhead's Christmas light trail features a sea of light stretching across the lake, huge feathers, and sparkling tunnels of light, with seasonal snacks and festive drinks available.
Where: Mere | More Info: Christmas at Stourhead
Unique lantern parade with a samba band and local vendors.
The Trowbridge Christmas Lights Switch-On features a spectacular lantern parade, musical performances, and a bustling Civic Christmas Market, culminating in the simultaneous lighting of the town's Christmas lights.
Where: Trowbridge | More Info: Trowbridge Christmas Lights Switch On
Lantern parade with a winter woodland theme.
The Frome Christmas Light the Night event features a lantern parade through the town centre led by Jamma de Samba, with a winter woodland theme. Participants can create their own lanterns at various workshops, and the event includes seasonal food, drink, and gifts.
Where: Frome | More Info: Frome Christmas Light the Night
Interactive light sculpture 'Light Hearted' lights up when two or more people hold hands.
Yeovil Christmas lights switch-on features live music, lantern parades, and the illumination of the town centre with interactive light sculptures.
Where: Yeovil | More Info: Yeovil Christmas lights switch-on
Lantern procession and special performances by local children and theatre cast.
The Weston-super-Mare Christmas Lights switch-on features a lantern procession, special performances, and appearances by local children and the cast of Blakehay Theatre's Panto. Mince pies will be available, and Santa will meet and greet well-behaved children. The lights will be switched on between 5pm and 5:30pm by the Mayor and Santa.
Where: Weston-super-Mare | More Info: Weston-super-Mare Christmas Lights switch-on
Illuminated trail featuring diverse tree species and seasonal sounds.
Explore Westonbirt Arboretum in a new light with over a million twinkling lights and seasonal sounds. Discover luminous birds, colourful neon trees, and sparkling tunnels of light amidst the arboretum's diverse tree collection. Enjoy seasonal snacks and warm drinks while strolling through the illuminated trail.
Where: Tetbury | More Info: Christmas at Westonbirt
Artisan market with local craftspeople and festive entertainment.
Christmas on the Square is a vibrant event featuring an artisan market, food and drink vendors, fair rides, and various entertainment in Guildhall Square. The event includes a brand new Gift Fayre with local craftspeople offering artisan products and a giant festive chalet.
Where: Salisbury | More Info: Christmas on the Square
World-class choir performances and festive tower tours.
Salisbury Cathedral is adorned with a 32ft Christmas tree and features a world-class choir performing carols and readings. Visitors can climb the 332 steps of the tower for stunning views of the city and participate in festive family activities.
Where: Salisbury | More Info: Christmas at Salisbury Cathedral
Traditional Santa Grotto with festive gifts.
Meet Father Christmas at Wookey Hole, where children can greet him in his traditional Grotto and receive a special gift from Santa's Elves.
Where: Wookey Hole | More Info: Father Christmas at Wookey Hole Winter Wonderland
Interactive games and music with Santa.
Meet Santa at the Yeovil Railway Centre, where children can enjoy games, music, and a buffet. Each child will receive a small present.
Where: Yeovil | More Info: Tea with Santa, Yeovil Railway Centre
Immersive storytelling experience with Victorian-era decorations.
At Mompesson House, fairytales come alive during a Victorian Christmas. Explore the Three Bears' feast, follow Hansel's trail, and listen to fairy tales in the Library. Enjoy decorated rooms and free activities for all ages.
Where: Salisbury | More Info: A Fairytale Christmas at Mompesson House
Community-driven Christmas tree and nativity scene exhibition with live music.
St Thomas's Christmas Tree Festival is an annual event where local organisations, individuals, charities, businesses, and schools create and exhibit decorated Christmas trees and nativity scenes. The festival includes a daily programme of inspiring music provided by local community and school choirs, music groups, and individual performers. Delicious home-baked cakes and refreshments are available throughout the week, making it a beloved community event.
Where: Salisbury | More Info: St Thomas's Christmas Tree Festival
Steam train ride with Santa visit and festive displays.
Join Santa Special Sunday at the Yeovil Railway Centre for a delightful experience. Start with a train ride behind a steam locomotive in a decorated heritage carriage. Visit Santa at the ex-GWR Transfer Shed, where all children receive a free present. Enjoy multi-award-winning Christmas displays and dance in the snow. The adult ticket includes a free mince pie and hot drink. The event offers a large selection of books, DVDs, and model railway items in the shop.
Where: Yeovil | More Info: Santa Special Sunday, Yeovil Railway Centre
Award-winning magical Christmas experiences.
Nestled in the scenic Somerset countryside, Somerset Reindeer Ranch offers a variety of family-friendly experiences, including award-winning magical Christmas experiences, reindeer and fox encounters, and camping and glamping options throughout the year.
Where: Yeovil | More Info: Magical Christmas Experience, Somerset Reindeer Ranch