Portishead Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Portishead and surrounding areas
Portishead kicks off the Christmas season with things to do around the harbour, Marina and High Street where Christmas lights and festive markets create a welcoming glow. The Portishead Christmas Lights Switch On and A Posset Christmas Market offer seasonal shopping, live music and family-friendly activities near the docks. Wander the waterfront, enjoy local cafés and join community carols as Portishead’s holiday attractions fill the town with cozy charm and cheerful holiday activities.
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Christmas Markets
26 eventsPrivate ski gondolas and hot air balloon booths within the Jäger Barn Bar.
Christmas Lights
17 eventsTwo theatrical Christmas shows and Santa's Toy Factory.
Christmas Parties
16 eventsNew Year's Eve celebration at a modern event venue.
Christmas Shows
5 eventsDiverse live entertainment in the Spiegel Theatre
Christmas Activities
36 eventsMeet Santa in the historic Cardiff Castle Nursery
Editor's Picks (6)
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Bristol Christmas Market
(Bristol)
Private ski gondolas and hot air balloon booths within the Jäger Barn Bar.
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New Year's Eve Extravaganza
(Newport)
New Year's Eve celebration at a modern event venue.
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Cardiff Christmas Festival
(Cardiff)
Diverse live entertainment in the Spiegel Theatre
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Visit Santa at the Castle
(Cardiff)
Meet Santa in the historic Cardiff Castle Nursery
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Christmas at Bute Park
(Cardiff)
Enchanted mile-long light trail with 15 unique light zones.
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Bath on Ice
(Royal Victoria Park)
Real ice rink in Bath
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Portishead Christmas FAQ
The main Christmas lights switch-on and fireworks display are the biggest annual events in Portishead, drawing crowds each year.
Portishead is known for its volunteer-led Christmas lights and festive community spirit, with events like Santa arriving in light-covered VWs.
The High Street, West Hill, and areas around Waitrose are especially popular for Christmas lights in Portishead.
Christmas markets and local makers are often found in the town center, community halls, and near the High Street during the festive season.
Viewing the Christmas lights, attending the switch-on event, and visiting local markets are all free or low-cost ways to enjoy the holidays in Portishead.
Families enjoy the lights switch-on, Santa arrivals, and festive markets, which often include activities and entertainment for children.