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Last updated: November 11, 2024

Feel the holiday warmth in Sunbury-on-Thames! Our guide will lead you to all the community events. Whether you're rediscovering your city or visiting for the first time, our guide highlights the best of Sunbury-on-Thames's holidays.

One delightful option to explore is the Fabulously Festive event, where visitors can immerse themselves in a variety of local crafts and seasonal treats in a charming setting. Another highlight is the Denbies Santa Express, featuring a magical train ride that takes families on an enchanting journey with Santa himself. And the Santa Experience at Bockett's Farm is something you definitely don't want to miss, offering interactive moments with the man in red and festive fun among the farm’s animals. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!

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Sunbury-on-Thames Holiday Markets and Shopping

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Immersive holiday celebration with festive activities and live entertainment.

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Fabulously Festive is a grand Christmas event at Hurtwood Park Polo Country Club, featuring a vibrant Christmas market, delicious street food, mulled wine, and live performers. Meet Father Christmas, enjoy gourmet festive foods, and participate in activities like making reindeer food. The event includes an Ice Rink and fairground rides, offering a memorable experience for all ages.

Where: Hurtwood Park | More Info: Fabulously Festive

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Two floors of handmade items and local artisan vendors.

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The Kingston Christmas Market is a multi-weekend event featuring handmade items, local artisans, holiday music, hot cocoa, and more. It offers a unique opportunity to shop for unique gifts while supporting the local community.

Where: Kingston | More Info: Kingston Christmas Market

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Free family Christmas event with diverse entertainment and shopping options.

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Farnborough Frost Fair is a vibrant Christmas event in Farnborough town centre, featuring over 50 stalls with local food, drink, handmade jewellery, and unique decorations. Families can enjoy walkabout street theatre, circus skills, animal encounters, and children's crafts. The event also includes performances by brass bands, local choirs, and dance schools.

Where: Farnborough | More Info: Farnborough Frost Fair

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Free performances and activities in a vibrant town centre setting.

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Guildford Festive Family Day features free performances, face painting, and a colourful Christmas market. Enjoy live music, children's workshops, and festive lights in Guildford town centre.

Where: Guildford | More Info: Guildford Festive Family Day

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Sunbury-on-Thames Holiday Shows and Entertainment

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Interactive family activities with local performers and festive entertainment.

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The Aldershot Christmas Cracker features over 35 craft, food, and community stalls, a nativity farm with donkeys, Juggling Jake, Lego brick building, birds of prey, free children’s Christmas crafts, face painting, brass bands, and live entertainment across two stages. Children can meet Father Christmas in his grotto and enjoy the giant snow globe.

Where: Aldershot | More Info: Aldershot Christmas Cracker

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Live classical music for families with outstanding musicians.

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Join Bach to Baby for a delightful Christmas concert featuring outstanding musicians and exhilarating performances. This critically acclaimed concert series is designed for the whole family to enjoy together, with live music that will captivate both children and adults.

Where: Farnham | More Info: Bach to Baby Christmas Concert

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Renowned West End performer Kerry Ellis presents a festive concert with local talent.

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Join Musical Theatre's Kerry Ellis for a captivating Christmas concert at the Leatherhead Theatre. Featuring heart-warming classics and modern favorites, Kerry's stunning vocals bring these familiar songs to life. With a live onstage band and special guest Louise Dearman, this event promises to be an unforgettable celebration of the season.

Where: Leatherhead | More Info: Kerry Ellis Does Christmas

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Authentic soul revue experience with irrepressible lead vocalists and funky horns.

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South Coast Soul Revue presents a farewell Christmas soul and funk party at Cranleigh Arts Centre, featuring two outstanding lead vocalists, funky horns, and a tight rhythm section. The event celebrates 16 years of soulful music with a mix of classic and contemporary tracks.

Where: Cranleigh | More Info: South Coast Soul Revue's Christmas Soul & Funk Party

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Live orchestra performance of a beloved animated classic.

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A special screening of 'The Snowman' film accompanied by a live orchestra, featuring some of the UK's finest professional musicians. The show includes a fun, festive introduction to the orchestra and a visit from the Snowman himself. As an extra bonus, performances will include an additional short film, again accompanied live by the orchestra.

Where: Guildford | More Info: The Snowman' film with live orchestra

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Immersive storytelling with circus magic.

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Santa’s Wish is a brand-new musical at G Live, featuring catchy original songs and an extraordinary journey by Snowflake, a magical elf, to save Christmas. This heart-warming adventure is full of colour, fun, and immersive storytelling with a sprinkling of circus magic.

Where: Guildford | More Info: Santa’s Wish at G Live

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Sunbury-on-Thames Other Holiday Activities

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Santa-themed train ride with Reindeer and Elf Game.

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Join Denbies Wine Estate for a special ride on Santa's Express train, including a passport from Santa, a ride through the vineyard, and a gift at the end of your journey. Each child will also receive a soft drink and festive snack upon return.

Where: Dorking | More Info: Denbies Santa Express

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Interactive Christmas experience with Santa and farm animals.

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Meet Father Christmas at Bocketts Farm Park, where children can hop on the Santa Express to his traditional workshop, complete the Christmas Trail, and make their own Reindeer Food. Activities include visiting the Christmas Craft Corner, stepping into the Giant Snowglobe, and meeting friendly farm animals, including baby lambs.

Where: Fetcham | More Info: A Santa Experience at Bockett's Farm

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Ice-skating in a historic palace setting with festive refreshments.

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Ice-skate through the historic grounds of Hampton Court Palace, surrounded by the stunning backdrop of Henry VIII's Tudor home. Enjoy the festive atmosphere and indulge in delicious refreshments from the onsite café and bar. Extend your visit to explore the palace's gardens, hedge maze, and historic chocolate kitchen.

Where: East Molesey | More Info: Ice-skating at Hampton Court Palace

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Interactive sculpture trail with festive activities.

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Explore Winkworth Arboretum this winter and find twelve super-sized Shaun the Sheep sculptures, each uniquely designed and decorated by talented artists. Enjoy fun games, carousel rides, and engaging activities amidst beautiful English landscapes.

Where: Godalming | More Info: Shaun the Sheep (Find the Flock) at Winkworth Arboretum

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Sumptuous Edwardian house dressed for a Christmas masquerade ball.

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Celebrate Christmas in style at Polesden Lacey with an extravagantly decorated house styled as a Christmas masquerade ball. Enjoy immersive scenes throughout the house, a 20ft Christmas tree in the Grand Hall, and a vintage hand-carved carousel. Take part in a festive trail filled with magic and wonder, and explore the outdoor Christmas trail themed on Grizwald the Griffin.

Where: Great Bookham | More Info: A Christmas Masquerade at Polesden Lacey

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Nautical-themed Christmas decorations and family activities.

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At Hatchlands Park, immerse yourself in a traditional country house Christmas. Inspired by the carol 'I Saw Three Ships,' the beautifully decorated rooms and nautical touches evoke the era of Admiral Boscawen. Enjoy family activities on the festive parkland trail and meet Father Christmas in his cosy hideout.

Where: East Clandon | More Info: Christmas at Hatchlands Park

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Interactive reindeer encounters and festive activities.

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Chobham Adventure Farm offers a Christmas experience with real reindeer, sleigh driving lessons, and visits to Father Christmas. Enjoy soft play, outdoor adventures, and festive activities like making reindeer food and participating in snowball fights.

Where: Chobham | More Info: Chobham Adventure Farm's Magical Christmas

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Interactive trail to find Christmas gifts in a historic landscape.

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Explore Painshill's beautiful gardens and find all the Christmas gifts mentioned in the festive song "The 12 Days of Christmas." Each gift, from two turtle doves to twelve drummers drumming, will be discovered through a trail sheet available at the Visitor Centre. Dogs on short leads are permitted.

Where: Cobham | More Info: 12 days of Christmas Trail at Painshill

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Immersive theatrical experiences and festive trail.

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Explore the festive trail at Discovery Land, featuring immersive theatrical experiences and a new Winter trail sprinkled with stardust. Meet Father Christmas and enjoy seasonal activities amidst 40 acres of beautiful countryside.

Where: Redhill | More Info: Christmas Trail at Discovery Land

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