Thorntoncleveleys Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Thorntoncleveleys and surrounding areas
Thornton-Cleveleys lights up the holiday season with festive events along the seafront and family-friendly things to do in the town center. Join The Venue Christmas Party Nights or wander decorated streets near the promenade to enjoy Santa visits, local stalls and seasonal treats while soaking up seaside views and cheerful lights. From community parades to cozy markets and hands-on activities, Thornton-Cleveleys offers a warm coastal festive season filled with entertainment and family fun.
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Christmas Parties
28 eventsMultiple venues with distinct New Year's Eve entertainment.
Christmas Markets
15 eventsEuropean-style Christmas market with over 100 independent vendors.
Christmas Shows
15 eventsThe Snowman film with live orchestral accompaniment
Christmas Lights
14 eventsSix miles of free, world-famous light displays.
Christmas Activities
28 eventsLEGO® themed Santa experiences with a free LEGO® set.
Editor's Picks (6)
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Blackpool Illuminations 2025
(Blackpool)
Six miles of free, world-famous light displays.
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Liverpool Christmas Market
(Liverpool)
European-style Christmas market with over 100 independent vendors.
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Christmas By The Sea
(Blackpool)
Festive village on Tower Festival Headland
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The Light Before Christmas: The Gift
(Liverpool)
Cathedral transformed by light and sound projections
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John Lewis Santa Experiences
LEGO® themed Santa experiences with a free LEGO® set.
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The Snowman Film with Live Orchestra
(Liverpool)
The Snowman film with live orchestral accompaniment
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Thorntoncleveleys Christmas Events Map
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Thorntoncleveleys Christmas FAQ
The Cleveleys Christmas Lights Switch On and the Thornton Festive Lights switch-on are the largest annual events, featuring community gatherings, music, and festive stalls.
Community light switch-ons with local bands and marching groups are a highlight, along with smaller neighborhood displays and seasonal raffles supporting local projects.
The town centre around Cleveleys and Victoria Road East in Thornton are the main hubs for Christmas lights, with additional displays in residential areas for a cozy, local feel.
Look for vendor stalls and craft fairs at major events like the Cleveleys Christmas Switch On, and keep an eye on local community boards for pop-up holiday markets near Thornton-Cleveleys.
Attending the free light switch-on events, exploring neighborhood displays, and joining community raffles or fairs are excellent ways to enjoy the season without spending much.
The Cleveleys and Thornton light switch-ons offer family-friendly entertainment, while smaller craft fairs and neighborhood displays provide a relaxed, festive atmosphere for all ages.