Last updated: November 11, 2024
Embark on an exciting holiday adventure in Yate with our guide. Discover all the top festive events. Whether you're rediscovering your city or visiting for the first time, our guide brings you the best of Yate's festive season.
This time of year, the enchanting "Bath Lights the Night" illuminates the streets, transforming the city into a sparkling wonderland. With twinkling lights and festive displays, it’s a feast for the eyes. Then, immerse yourself in the melodious atmosphere of "Carols at Bath Abbey," where the haunting echoes of traditional carols set a beautiful tone of nostalgia. And the "Music in the Abbey" is something you definitely don't want to miss, offering a rich programme of seasonal performances that resonate within the historic walls. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Victorian-themed festivities with live music and local traders.
Ilminster's Victorian Evening and Christmas Lights event features a fun-packed celebration in the town centre, including the switching on of the Christmas lights, with shops and stalls staying open to offer goodwill and good cheer.
Where: Ilminster | More Info: Ilminster Christmas Victorian Night
Interactive festive activities and live entertainment.
Join us at Yate Shopping Centre for a Spectacular Festive Free Fun Day and Christmas Light Switch On. Enjoy live entertainment, meet Santa, and explore the centre's festive stalls and activities.
Where: Yate | More Info: Fun Day and Christmas Light Switch On, Yate
Multi-coloured light display on Clevedon Pier.
Clevedon Pier transforms into a radiant canvas with multi-coloured lights, creating a mesmerizing display over the Bristol Channel. Enjoy the lights, glass mulled wine, and freshly prepared food from the Glass Box restaurant.
Where: Clevedon | More Info: Clevedon Pier Christmas Light Switch-On Event
Historic Palace illuminated with festive lights and decorations.
The Bishop's Palace Christmas Illuminations feature spectacular light displays, including a captivating light maze and tunnel, set against the historic backdrop of the Palace and its gardens. Visitors can wander through beautifully lit gardens, explore mesmerizing light mazes, and discover decorated Palace rooms adorned with festive decorations.
Where: Wells | More Info: Bishops Palace Christmas Illuminations
Interactive light trail with festive fun fair and animatronic dinosaurs.
Avon Valley Christmas Nights Light Trail features stunning light installations and play areas creatively lit, including a festive fun fair and animatronic dinosaurs. The event offers a family-focused, fun light trail to be enjoyed by all ages.
Where: Keynsham | More Info: Avon Valley Christmas Nights Light Trail
Interactive light and sound spectacle in a historic garden setting.
Hestercombe Gardens Illuminate features a dazzling display of colour, light, and sound, transforming the natural features and views of the Landscape Garden into a spectacular evening experience. The event includes spotlights, lit trees, and coloured paths leading to the Great Cascade, dynamic fountains in the Pear Pond, and a show-stopping display in front of Hestercombe House.
Where: Taunton | More Info: Hestercombe Gardens Illuminate
Interactive light trail with local artist-designed illuminations.
Winter Glow at Three Counties Showground in Malvern offers a variety of festive activities, including personalized Santa experiences, real ice skating, an immersive light trail, and an indoor UV glow crazy golf course. The event also features a larger fairground with new rides, a Christmas market, and a food quarter with vegan and gluten-friendly options.
Where: Malvern | More Info: Winter Glow at Three Counties Showground Malvern
Local artisan stalls and festive activities.
The Christmas Market at Weston Museum features local artisan stalls, handmade crafts, and festive treats. Enjoy Clara’s Café seasonal specials and a Christmas children's trail to find Santa's missing reindeer. Santa will be available for photos and a chat.
Where: Weston-super-Mare | More Info: Christmas Market at Weston Museum
Unique blend of local crafts and refreshments.
By The Woods Craft and Gift Fayre offers a variety of local crafts, paper craft supplies, gifts, collectables, and refreshments, including cakes.
Where: Chipping Sodbury | More Info: By The Woods Craft and Gift Fayre
A charming market set against Bath's iconic Georgian architecture.
A delightful gathering in the heart of Bath, featuring an array of local artisans, unique gifts, and seasonal delicacies. Visitors can stroll through the charming stalls that line the historic streets, surrounded by beautiful architecture and festive ambiance. This event transforms the city into a vibrant hub of creativity and craftsmanship, offering something for everyone.
Where: Bath | More Info: Bath Christmas Market
Family-friendly Christmas concert with multiple choirs.
Join all the Abbey choirs, including the young Melody Makers, for a festive evening of seasonal music, readings, and audience participation. This family-friendly event features a variety of Christmas carols and is sure to delight everyone.
Where: Bath | More Info: Carols at Bath Abbey
Family-friendly Christmas concert with multiple choirs.
Join Bath Abbey's choirs, including the young Melody Makers, for a festive celebration featuring seasonal music, readings, and audience participation. This family-friendly event includes a variety of carols and will be something for everyone.
Where: Bath | More Info: Music in the Abbey
Victorian-themed entertainment and shopping.
Chipping Sodbury Victorian Day features a range of entertainment, including local bands, choirs, and dance groups. The event offers a wide selection of gifts and food, with stalls and local businesses open throughout the day. Victorian entertainers, Punch & Judy, and a visit from Father Christmas on his sleigh are also part of the festivities.
Where: Chipping Sodbury | More Info: Chipping Sodbury Victorian Day
Live concert by an adult concert band during the Christmas season.
The Apollo Wind Band presents a Christmas concert at St Mary's Church, Yate, featuring festive music and musical favorites.
Where: Yate | More Info: Apollo Wind Band Christmas Concert
Interactive puppet show for young children.
Join Snow Mouse on a delightful winter adventure designed for children aged 6 months to 4 years and their families. Explore a sparkly new world filled with play, puppetry, and music as Snow Mouse and a child discover the magic of Christmas together.
Where: Yate | More Info: Family Theatre @ Yate Library: Snow Mouse
Colorful vehicle parade with festive decorations.
Join the VW Cruz parade for a vibrant and colorful celebration of the holiday season, featuring decorated vehicles and joyful atmosphere.
Where: Nailsea | More Info: VW Cruz parade
Community lantern procession with local children's creations.
Bath Lights the Night is a community lantern procession through the city of Bath, featuring beautiful handmade lanterns created by local children. The event culminates in a celebration at Bath Abbey with music and singing.
Where: Bath | More Info: Bath Lights the Night