Christmas markets, lights switch-ons, Santa's grottos, pantomimes, carol concerts and festive days out, gathered in one place. From town-centre switch-ons and craft fairs to winter light trails and steam-train Santa specials, here's what's on near you this Christmas, with dates, times and prices so you can plan the season.
Saturday morning in Gloucester
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· 10:00 – 18:00
Gloucester Quays Christmas Markets
Every weekend from 7 November to 20 December, more than 120 traders fill wooden chalets across Gloucester Quays and the historic docks. Browse festive gifts and South West crafts, graze on street food and warm up at the pop-up bars. With the open-air ice rink nearby, it's Gloucester's go-to festive day out.
Saturday afternoon in Gloucester
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· 10:00 – 18:00
Gloucester Quays Christmas Markets
Every weekend from 7 November to 20 December, more than 120 traders fill wooden chalets across Gloucester Quays and the historic docks. Browse festive gifts and South West crafts, graze on street food and warm up at the pop-up bars. With the open-air ice rink nearby, it's Gloucester's go-to festive day out.
Saturday evening in Gloucester
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· 10:00 – 18:00
Gloucester Quays Christmas Markets
Every weekend from 7 November to 20 December, more than 120 traders fill wooden chalets across Gloucester Quays and the historic docks. Browse festive gifts and South West crafts, graze on street food and warm up at the pop-up bars. With the open-air ice rink nearby, it's Gloucester's go-to festive day out.