Maidenhead Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Maidenhead and surrounding areas
Maidenhead welcomes the holiday season with the town centre and the Thames riverside aglow with Christmas lights, seasonal things to do and festive events. Attend the Maidenhead Christmas Lights Switch-on & Christmas Market, the Marlow Christmas Lights Switch On or family fun at Odds Farm Park’s Christmas Cracker for a mix of markets and Santa visits. From evening light walks by the river to bustling market stalls in the High Street, Maidenhead offers holiday activities and community celebrations perfect for all ages this Christmas 2025.
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Christmas Markets
30 eventsBerkshires' largest annual Christmas event with unlimited rides.
Christmas Parties
20 eventsFestive dining and entertainment at a hotel near Pinewood Studios.
Christmas Shows
9 eventsTraditional pantomime with celebrity guests
Christmas Lights
7 eventsAnnual Christmas lights switch-on with celebrity guest
Christmas Activities
34 eventsAnnual Christmas lights switch-on and Winterfest
Editor's Picks (6)
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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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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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Marlow Christmas Lights Switch On
(Marlow)
Annual Christmas lights switch-on with celebrity guest
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Maidenhead Christmas Events Map
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Maidenhead Christmas FAQ
The biggest annual events include the Maidenhead Christmas Lights Switch-on and Christmas Market held in the town centre each November, featuring live entertainment, festive stalls, and a community gathering to celebrate the season.
Maidenhead’s holiday traditions include its community-focused Christmas Lights Switch-on event with local choirs, bands, and festive markets, fostering a strong sense of local spirit and seasonal celebration.
Beloved neighborhoods near Maidenhead are known for their charming holiday light displays and walking trails, offering cozy and festive atmospheres that attract families and visitors during the season.
Christmas markets and local makers can be found primarily at the town centre market during the switch-on event, as well as at various neighborhood artisan markets near Maidenhead throughout the holiday season.
Enjoying the free neighborhood light displays, attending the town centre Christmas market, and participating in community entertainment and workshops are some of the best budget-friendly holiday activities in Maidenhead.
Families can enjoy funfair rides, children’s workshops, live performances, and festive markets during the Christmas Lights Switch-on event, making it a great seasonal outing for all ages in Maidenhead.