Holiday cheer has arrived in Bognor Regis! Use our guide to find all the best festive fun. From Bognor Regis aficionados to first-time guests, our guide is your gateway to holiday wonder.
Popular Events: The enchanting Windsor Great Park Illuminated transforms the park into a dazzling spectacle of light, offering a captivating walk among twinkling displays. With its historic backdrop, the Hever Castle Christmas showcases stunning decorations and festive activities throughout the grounds. And the Christmas Lights Switch On is something you definitely don't want to miss, as it brings the town to life with a sparkling atmosphere. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Bognor Regis
- Windsor Great Park Illuminated (Englefield Green)
- Hever Castle Christmas (Edenbridge)
- Christmas Lights Switch On
- Leonardslee Lights (Lower Beeding, Horsham)
- Annual Christmas Market
- Marlow Christmas Lights (Marlow)
- Winter Market
- Glow Marwell (Colden Common, Winchester)
- Pre Christmas Fair @ The Rafa
- Battle Abbey Christmas (Battle)
See these and even more events listed below!
Bognor Regis Holiday Light Displays
Christmas Lights Switch On
What to Expect:
Spectacular lighting display in the town centre.
Description:
The Christmas Lights Switch On in Bognor Regis Town Centre features the illumination of festive lights, creating a vibrant atmosphere for visitors to enjoy.
Where: Bognor Regis | More Info: Christmas Lights Switch On
Windsor Great Park Illuminated
What to Expect:
Dazzling light trail with new installations and reimagined projections.
Description:
Windsor Great Park Illuminated features a dazzling light trail through woodland, with new installations and reimagined projections, accompanied by music and festive moments.
Where: Englefield Green | More Info: Windsor Great Park Illuminated
Hever Castle Christmas
What to Expect:
Immersive Christmas experience with reimagined classic tales and festive lights.
Description:
Hever Castle Christmas offers a seasonal experience celebrating 10 years of festive joy. Witness reimagined classic tales on the Christmas Trail, meet beloved characters, and enjoy shopping, dining, and fairground rides. The grounds are transformed with festive lights as darkness falls, creating a captivating atmosphere.
Where: Edenbridge | More Info: Hever Castle Christmas
Leonardslee Lights
What to Expect:
Interactive light and sound installations in a scenic garden setting.
Description:
Explore the beautifully illuminated woodland gardens at Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens, featuring a new winter trail with impressive installations and seasonal food and drink options.
Where: Lower Beeding, Horsham | More Info: Leonardslee Lights
Marlow Christmas Lights
What to Expect:
Local celebrity lights switch-on with festive stilt walkers and live music.
Description:
Marlow's Christmas Lights Switch On is a cherished annual event where the town's spectacular Christmas lights are illuminated by a local celebrity. The event features stilt walkers dressed as festive characters, live music, and a lively atmosphere along Marlow High Street.
Where: Marlow | More Info: Marlow Christmas Lights
Glow Marwell
What to Expect:
Vibrant light trail in a zoo setting
Description:
Glow Marwell features a spectacular light trail illuminating Marwell Zoo, creating a vibrant and immersive experience.
Where: Colden Common, Winchester | More Info: Glow Marwell
Battle Abbey Christmas
What to Expect:
Dazzling illuminations retelling the 1066 story.
Description:
Explore Battle Abbey in a new light as illuminations and sounds bring the 1066 story to life. Follow the trail through ancient architecture, peeping into shadows and taking in luminous displays.
Where: Battle | More Info: Battle Abbey Christmas
Poole Christmas Maritime Light Trail
What to Expect:
Nautical-themed light installations along a historic maritime route.
Description:
Poole Christmas Maritime Light Trail is a free event featuring thousands of twinkling lights that take you on a nautical journey through Falkland Square, the High Street, and onto Poole Quay. The trail includes impressive light installations such as a galleon, walk-through lantern, and a 13-meter blue sealife tree, along with garlands, icicles, and a marine ceiling of light featuring fish and starfish.
Where: Poole | More Info: Poole Christmas Maritime Light Trail
Fareham Town Centre Lights Switch On
What to Expect:
Golden-themed event with an indoor Christmas market and various entertainment options.
Description:
Fareham Town Centre Lights Switch On features a golden-themed event with a Christmas market, children's activities, fun fair rides, and street and stage performers.
Where: Fareham | More Info: Fareham Town Centre Lights Switch On
Bournemouth Christmas Tree Trail
What to Expect:
Spectacular light trail with interactive installations and festive atmosphere.
Description:
Bournemouth Christmas Tree Trail features over 100 illuminations and light installations, including a 60ft tall walk-through tree with 30,000 individually programmed lights, replicas of international Christmas trees, and an Alpine Market offering festive fare.
Where: Bournemouth | More Info: Bournemouth Christmas Tree Trail
Sir Harold Hillier Gardens Light Up Trails
What to Expect:
Immersive light trail with live entertainment and festive food options.
Description:
Sir Harold Hillier Gardens Light Up Trails features a brand-new immersive light trail and numerous festive installations, including mesmerising fire jugglers, breathtaking aerial artists, and larger-than-life characters. The event offers a variety of food and drink options, ensuring a delightful experience for all ages.
Where: Ampfield, Romsey | More Info: Sir Harold Hillier Gardens Light Up Trails
Haywards Heath Lantern Trail
What to Expect:
Interactive lantern trail with exclusive installations and a new Christmas Eve date.
Description:
Explore Wakehurst's woodland trail illuminated by over 1,000 handcrafted lanterns, featuring iconic installations like the giant flying owl and life-sized wood dragon. Enjoy delicious street food, artisan marshmallows, and Christmas shopping in the Gift Shop and Plant Centre.
Where: Haywards Heath | More Info: Haywards Heath Lantern Trail
Bognor Regis Holiday Markets and Shopping
Annual Christmas Market
What to Expect:
Locally created products and Santa's Grotto.
Description:
The Annual Christmas Market in Bognor Regis features a two-day event with locally created products, crafters, and small businesses. Enjoy the market at Jubilee Hall and Scout Hut, with Santa's Grotto located in the Scout Hut. The event offers free entry and free parking.
Where: Bognor Regis | More Info: Annual Christmas Market
Winter Market
What to Expect:
Meet Santa and shop local crafts and treats.
Description:
Join us at the Bognor Winter Market for a day of shopping and merriment. Meet local vendors selling handmade crafts, delicious treats, and unique gifts. Enjoy a festive atmosphere with Santa himself.
Where: Bognor Regis | More Info: Winter Market
Pre Christmas Fair @ The Rafa
What to Expect:
Local craft and gift stalls with refreshments.
Description:
The Pre Christmas Fair @ The Rafa features local craft and gift stalls, refreshments including tea, coffee, soft drinks, and a Cake Bar opening at 11am. It offers free entry and is open to non-members.
Where: Bognor Regis | More Info: Pre Christmas Fair @ The Rafa
Arundel Museum Artisan Christmas Fayre
What to Expect:
Unique handmade gifts and local artisanal crafts.
Description:
Arundel Museum Artisan Christmas Fayre offers a variety of unique, handmade items including cards, ceramics, Christmas decorations, and more, all crafted by local artists and makers. Enjoy delicious homemade cakes and refreshments in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
Where: Arundel | More Info: Arundel Museum Artisan Christmas Fayre
Waddesdon Christmas
What to Expect:
Immersive Christmas experience with themed displays and light projections.
Description:
Waddesdon Manor transforms into a vibrant celebration of Christmas with beautifully decorated interiors, new light projections on the Manor façade, and a glittering light trail in the gardens. The event features a captivating installation inspired by Russian designer Léon Bakst's paintings, an immersive experience inspired by the tale of Sleeping Beauty, and a festive shopping experience at the Christmas Fair.
Where: Aylesbury | More Info: Waddesdon Christmas
Bognor Regis Other Holiday Activities
Fireworks Spectacular 2024
What to Expect:
Free entry to a spectacular firework display at Bognor Regis Golf Club.
Description:
Join us at Bognor Regis Golf Club for a breathtaking firework display on Friday, 25th October, at 6:30pm. Enjoy dazzling lights and joyous celebrations with your friends and family. Entry is free, and charitable donations are welcome. Food and drinks will be available.
Where: Bognor Regis | More Info: Fireworks Spectacular 2024
Walmer Castle Christmas
What to Expect:
Georgian-themed Christmas preparations with storytelling and wreath making.
Description:
Join Georgian gentlemen at Walmer Castle for a delightful array of activities and entertainment as they prepare for Christmas. Enjoy storytelling, Georgian dancing, and wreath making in the Drawing Room.
Where: Deal | More Info: Walmer Castle Christmas
Festive Fun in Nearby Cities!
Discover Holiday events in hundreds of cities worldwide. Check out these nearby locations for more festive fun!
- Chichester (6 miles)
- Littlehampton (6 miles)
- Worthing (14 miles)
- Havant (14 miles)
- Waterlooville (17 miles)
- Portsmouth (18 miles)
- Gosport (20 miles)
- Ryde (21 miles)
- Fareham (22 miles)
- Hove (23 miles)
- Sandown (23 miles)
- Brighton (24 miles)
- Bordon (24 miles)
- Horsham (25 miles)
- Burgess Hill (27 miles)
- Cowes (27 miles)
- Rottingdean (27 miles)
- Newport (27 miles)
- Godalming (28 miles)
- Haywards Heath (29 miles)
- Farnham (30 miles)
- Crawley (31 miles)
- Guildford (32 miles)
- Eastleigh (32 miles)
- Hythe (32 miles)
- Aldershot (32 miles)
- Southampton (33 miles)
- Winchester (34 miles)
- Seaford (34 miles)
- Fleet (35 miles)
- Horley (35 miles)
- Farnborough (36 miles)
- Totton (37 miles)
- Woking (37 miles)
- Reigate (38 miles)
- Basingstoke (38 miles)
- East Grinstead (38 miles)
- Camberley (38 miles)
- Leatherhead (39 miles)
- Redhill (39 miles)
- Sandhurst (39 miles)
- Yateley (39 miles)
- Crowthorne (41 miles)
- Crowborough (41 miles)
- Epsom (42 miles)
- Eastbourne (42 miles)
- Banstead (43 miles)
- Esher (43 miles)
- New Milton (43 miles)
- Caterham (43 miles)
- Walton-on-Thames (43 miles)
- Ewell (43 miles)
- Bracknell (44 miles)
- Coulsdon (44 miles)
- Wokingham (44 miles)
- Sutton (44 miles)
- Sunbury-on-Thames (44 miles)