The holidays are in full swing in Weston-super-Mare! Discover all the festive events with our guide. Whether Weston-super-Mare is your permanent address or your temporary haven, this guide maximizes your holiday fun.
This season, visitors can enjoy the enchanting Father Christmas at Wookey Hole Winter Wonderland, where magical caves and festive surprises await families. Explore the charming Santa Grotto at Weston Pier, offering a delightful opportunity for children to meet Santa in a vibrant seaside setting. And the Wookey Hole Winter Wonderland is something you definitely don't want to miss, featuring a dazzling array of winter attractions for all ages. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Weston-super-Mare
- Wookey Hole Winter Wonderland (Wells)
- Father Christmas at Wookey Hole Winter Wonderland (Wells)
- Weston Pier Santa Grotto 2024
- Carols by Candlelight in Wells Cathedral (Wells)
- All aboard the Santa Express – West Somerset Railway (Bishops Lydeard)
- Hestercombe – Illuminate 2024 (Cheddon Fitzpaine)
- Santa’s Grotto at the Grand Pier
- Supper with Santa at Puxton Park 2024
- Wells Christmas Market 2024 (Wells)
- Bishop’s Palace, Wells – Christmas Garden Illuminations (Wells)
See these and even more events listed below!
Weston-super-Mare Holiday Light Displays
Weston-super-Mare Christmas Lights switch-on
What to Expect:
Interactive light display with local performances and Santa meet-and-greet.
Description:
The Weston-super-Mare Christmas Lights switch-on features a lantern procession, special performances by Pauline Quirke Academy and Blakehay Theatre's Panto, and appearances by Santa Claus. Local children can meet Santa, and over 100 local producers will participate in the eatWeston Christmas edition.
Where: Weston-super-Mare | More Info: Weston-super-Mare Christmas Lights switch-on
Hestercombe – Illuminate 2024
What to Expect:
Interactive light and sound show in a historic garden setting.
Description:
Hestercombe Gardens presents Illuminate 2024, a dazzling display of color, light, and sound that transforms the Landscape Garden into a spectacular nighttime experience. The event features spotlights, lit trees, and colored paths leading to the Great Cascade, dynamic fountains in the Pear Pond, and a show-stopping display in front of Hestercombe House.
Where: Cheddon Fitzpaine | More Info: Hestercombe – Illuminate 2024
Bishop’s Palace, Wells – Christmas Garden Illuminations
What to Expect:
Illuminated gardens and Palace with a light maze and tunnel.
Description:
Explore the beautifully lit gardens and Palace at Bishop’s Palace, Wells, featuring a captivating light maze and tunnel, decorated rooms, and festive food and drinks.
Where: Wells | More Info: Bishop’s Palace, Wells – Christmas Garden Illuminations
Clevedon Christmas Illuminations
What to Expect:
Multi-coloured light display on historic pier.
Description:
Clevedon Pier transforms into a radiant canvas with multi-coloured lights, creating a mesmerizing dance of colours over the Bristol Channel. Enjoy the lights, glass mulled wine, and freshly prepared food from the Glass Box restaurant.
Where: Clevedon | More Info: Clevedon Christmas Illuminations
Light up the lake
What to Expect:
Twinkling lights and live music procession.
Description:
Join MARLENS at Clevedon Marine Lake for an evening of music, fire poi dancers, and twinkling lights. The procession starts at Clevedon Pier with a Samba Band performance at 4:30 PM. Participants are encouraged to dress warmly and bring their lanterns.
Where: Clevedon | More Info: Light up the lake
Weston-super-Mare Holiday Markets and Shopping
Christmas Market at Weston Museum
What to Expect:
Interactive Christmas trail with Santa's missing reindeer.
Description:
The Christmas Market at Weston Museum features a wide range of local stallholders offering handcrafted gifts and seasonal treats. Enjoy live music, street food, and a Christmas children's trail where you can hunt for Santa's missing reindeer. Santa will be available for photos and a Christmas natter between 10:30 AM and 12:30 PM and 1:30 PM and 3:30 PM.
Where: Weston-super-Mare | More Info: Christmas Market at Weston Museum
Wells Christmas Market 2024
What to Expect:
Local food, drink, and unique gift offerings.
Description:
Wells Christmas Market 2024 transforms Wells Market Place and Bishop's Palace Green into a vibrant holiday destination with over 100 stalls offering local food, drink, seasonal gifts, and live music.
Where: Wells | More Info: Wells Christmas Market 2024
Weston-super-Mare Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Supper with Santa at Puxton Park 2024
What to Expect:
Intimate dinner with Santa Claus.
Description:
Gather for a delightful evening with Santa, featuring a festive feast and dancing.
Where: Weston-super-Mare | More Info: Supper with Santa at Puxton Park 2024
Vee Dub Christmas Cruz
What to Expect:
Volkswagen-themed holiday celebration.
Description:
The Vee Dub Christmas Cruz is a festive gathering dedicated to the memory of Phoebe Pring, featuring a fun-filled day with Volkswagen enthusiasts.
Where: Weston-super-Mare | More Info: Vee Dub Christmas Cruz
Father Christmas at Wookey Hole Winter Wonderland
What to Expect:
Traditional Santa Grotto with special gifts.
Description:
Meet Father Christmas at Wookey Hole, where children can greet him in his traditional Grotto and receive a special gift from Santa's Elves.
Where: Wells | More Info: Father Christmas at Wookey Hole Winter Wonderland
Carols by Candlelight in Wells Cathedral
What to Expect:
World-class choral performance with candlelight ambiance.
Description:
Wells Cathedral Choir presents world-class seasonal choral classics and festive arrangements, accompanied by readings and poetry, creating a timeless and sacred atmosphere with over 3,000 twinkling candles.
Where: Wells | More Info: Carols by Candlelight in Wells Cathedral
Weston-super-Mare Other Holiday Activities
Weston Pier Santa Grotto 2024
What to Expect:
Interactive Santa experience with a special gift for each child.
Description:
At Weston Pier Santa Grotto 2024, meet Santa and his elves in a festive setting. Enjoy story time, a photo opportunity, and receive a special gift. The Grinch will make an appearance on select dates, adding an extra touch of excitement.
Where: Weston-super-Mare | More Info: Weston Pier Santa Grotto 2024
Christmas fun day at The Helicopter Museum
What to Expect:
Santa arrives by helicopter for a festive meet-and-greet.
Description:
At the Helicopter Museum, Christmas Fun Day features Santa arriving by helicopter, meeting him in his special Grotto, and enjoying festive games and open cockpit activities.
Where: Weston-super-Mare | More Info: Christmas fun day at The Helicopter Museum
Wookey Hole Winter Wonderland
What to Expect:
Extended cave tours and festive activities.
Description:
Wookey Hole Winter Wonderland offers a festive atmosphere with extended opening hours during school holidays, featuring special events and activities amidst the breathtakingly beautiful caves and attractions.
Where: Wells | More Info: Wookey Hole Winter Wonderland
Mendip Activity Centre Festive Toboggan
What to Expect:
Exclusive outdoor toboggan experience with snow machine and fairy lights.
Description:
At Mendip Activity Centre, families can enjoy exclusive toboggan use, free Santa hats, and festive music. The event includes a snow machine, 10,000 fairy lights, and a woodland campfire where participants can toast marshmallows and enjoy hot chocolate.
Where: Churchill | More Info: Mendip Activity Centre Festive Toboggan
Santa Specials, Yeovil Railway Centre
What to Expect:
Steam train rides with decorated heritage carriages and multi-award-winning Christmas displays.
Description:
The Santa Specials at Yeovil Railway Centre offer a delightful experience for all ages, featuring a steam train ride in a decorated heritage carriage, a visit to Santa's Grotto, and a chance to see multi-award-winning Christmas displays. Visitors can also enjoy a free mince pie and hot drink with their adult ticket.
Where: Yeovil | More Info: Santa Specials, Yeovil Railway Centre
Santa’s Grotto at the Grand Pier
What to Expect:
Interactive Santa experience with an Enchanted Elevator.
Description:
Meet Santa and his elves at the Grand Pier's Santa's Grotto, where children receive a special gift and enjoy a heartwarming story time. The grotto is accessible for wheelchair users and offers a unique experience with the Enchanted Elevator.
Where: Weston-super-Mare | More Info: Santa’s Grotto at the Grand Pier
All aboard the Santa Express – West Somerset Railway
What to Expect:
Steam train ride with Santa gift-giving.
Description:
Step aboard festively decorated heritage carriages for a journey behind a steam locomotive through the scenic Quantock Hills. Enjoy Christmas cheer and excitement as Santa presents gifts and refreshments are served at your table.
Where: Bishops Lydeard | More Info: All aboard the Santa Express – West Somerset Railway
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