Swanley Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Swanley and surrounding areas
Swanley welcomes the festive season with Holiday lights along the high street and events across community halls and parks, offering a lively mix of seasonal entertainment. Christmas markets, family activities and evening performances bring together local traders and performers for a joyous holiday calendar. Whether you seek relaxed things to do or high-energy winter festivals, Swanley’s events and activities provide festive options that suit families and visitors throughout the season.
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Christmas Parties
21 eventsSeamless office parties with diverse street food and entertainment.
Christmas Markets
19 eventsKent's largest free Christmas market with a Dickensian festival
Christmas Shows
13 eventsPeter Wright's classic production of The Nutcracker ballet.
Christmas Lights
10 eventsImmersive 'Land of Oz' themed Christmas experience
Christmas Activities
37 eventsAnnual gift of a Norwegian Christmas tree to London.
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The Nutcracker at Royal Opera House
(London)
Peter Wright's classic production of The Nutcracker ballet.
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Trafalgar Square Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
(London)
Annual gift of a Norwegian Christmas tree to London.
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Rochester Christmas Market
(Rochester)
Kent's largest free Christmas market with a Dickensian festival
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Christmas at Hever Castle: The Land of Oz
(Hever)
Immersive 'Land of Oz' themed Christmas experience
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Next Stop, Christmas
(London)
Festive family activities exploring London's transport history.
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Members-Only Christmas Carol Service at St Peter ad Vincula
(London)
Members-only carol service in historic chapel
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Swanley Christmas Events Map
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Swanley Christmas FAQ
The biggest annual events include the Light Up The Town switch-on and the town centre Christmas market, both held in early December.
Swanley’s Light Up The Town event is a cherished tradition, bringing together families for the lights switch-on, entertainment, and festive activities.
The town centre and Asda Walk are popular for their festive displays, while many residential streets also feature creative neighborhood displays.
Christmas markets and local makers are typically found in the town centre during the holiday season, especially around the Light Up The Town event.
Free activities include the Light Up The Town event, neighborhood light displays, and browsing the town centre Christmas market.
Families enjoy the Light Up The Town event, Santa’s grotto, children’s entertainment, and the festive train rides at Swanley Park.