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Brighton & Hove is the ideal place for a festive break, get all your Christmas shopping wrapped up ready to enjoy the festive events plus there are plenty of places to go for warming winter meals…

Christmas Shopping

Christmas shopping in Brighton is a breeze with hundreds of independent shops in the twisting alleyways of The Lanes - including the new Hanningtons Lane - and the bohemian North Laine as well as the seafront arches. Big name stores can be found at Churchill Square Shopping Centre plus the outlet shops of Brighton Marina.

For an alternative shopping experience the East Sussex National will be hosting its Christmas Market on 20 & 21 November.

Christmas Events

The Royal Pavilion Ice Rink returns in November giving visitors the chance to skate with the exotic palace providing a magical backdrop. Burning the Clocks takes place on 21^st December to mark the winter solstice. The lengthening of days are celebrated with a paper lantern parade through the city followed by a ceremonial bonfire on the beach.

Brighton Dome will host a classic Chrstmas Concert as well as a double bill of Paddington Bear and The Snowman. The Theatre Royal Brighton will help to get everyone into the party mood with a special run of Priscilla: Queen of the Desert starring Joe McFadden.

For more traditional panto visit the Attenborough Centre to see their produciton of The Wizard of Oz or Peter Pan at the Hilton Brighton Metropole.

Just outside the city are the beautiful gardens of Wakehurst and in November and December they will be hosting the magical lantern trail – Glow Wild. Trees, ponds and forest floors will be brought to life with hundreds of glowing lanterns and torches of fire.

There's a chance to get crafty at Ashdown Park Hotel when they host a Christmas decoration workshop and afternoon. If singing is more your thing then book your place on Lucky Voice's Christmas Karaoke Brunch.

Christmas Party Packages

The festive season is the ideal time to get together for a group celebration whether that’s with friends, family or workmates. Brighton hotels, restaurants, pubs and attractions offer a wide variety of party packages and group rates. Visit our Christmas Party Packages page for details.

For more Christmas in Brighton events and New Year's Eve parties in Brighton browse the listings below and go to our accommodation section to book a Christmas break in Brighton.

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Christmas Day Lunch at Hilton Brighton Metropole

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Food

Brighton

The most wonderful day of the year is even more enjoyable with our
dazzling display of festive delights. Join us for a sumptuous Christmas Day Lunch and enjoy live entertainment, great hospitality all carefully crafted with seasonal flavours and…
Festive Jazz Lunch

Type:

Food

Brighton

Festive Jazz Lunch
Enjoy more than just great company this Christmas with our Festive Jazz Lunch, which is beautifully prepared and served in the relaxed surroundings of 1890 At The Met with smooth jazz and bottomless fizz.
Santa Express

Type:

Family

Brighton

All aboard the Seaside Santa Express!
Tickets are now available for this year's Santa Express on Brighton seafront.
From 7 December, Father Christmas will be joining the Volk's Railway, spreading some magic at the railway's Visitor Centre every…
The Fairy Tale Fair at Christmas - Patcham

Type:

Christmas

Brighton

Join us this Christmas in Patcham once again for lots of festive fun! Our fair is a real community event, we welcome families and all ages to come along and enjoy the crafty creations and treats! The majority of our stall holders are local makers…
Christmas at the Royal Pavilion

Type:

Family

Brighton

Experience a magical Christmas at the Royal Pavilion. The Palace is transformed with festive decorations and glittering trees and Georgian desserts fit for a king are on show in the Deckers' Room.
Krater Christmas Party

Type:

Christmas

Brighton

Get festive with friends and colleagues when Komedia's Krater Christmas Parties return this December, with an evening of hilarious comedy from the best acts on the comedy circuit, a delicious festive 3-course meal and dancing until late, all under…
Brighton and Hove for the Holidays: Sugar & Spice

Type:

Christmas

Kemptown, Brighton

Infusing sweet, familiar harmonies with spicy accents of Indian, African and Swedish folk music, this truly unique concert will take you on a festive journey around the world. Led by Stefan Holmström, Musical Director and vocal coach, the choirs…
Christmas Karaoke Brunch

Type:

Christmas

Brighton

To celebrate our first year of bottomless brunch, we're bringing a Christmas edition to Lucky Voice Brighton!
Krater Christmas Party

Type:

Christmas

Brighton

Get festive with friends and colleagues when Komedia's Krater Christmas Parties return this December, with an evening of hilarious comedy from the best acts on the comedy circuit, a delicious festive 3-course meal and dancing until late, all under…
Christmas Rocks Party Nights

Type:

Christmas

Brighton

Looking for the perfect party without the fuss? Then look no further - our Moment Makers are on hand to organise a night to remember.
For a smaller office, organisation or group looking to enjoy the atmosphere of a big Christmas party, join our fun…
Bolney Wine Estate Festive Wine Bars

Type:

Christmas

Haywards Heath

Get into the festive spirit with live music every Friday night this December. Escape the crowds and enjoy food and drink in a relaxed setting with friends and family.
Designer and Maker Fair

Type:

Christmas

Firle, Lewes

Join us on Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 November for Charleston's Designer & Maker Fair.
The finest designers and makers in the South will exhibit their beautiful and unique wares in Charleston's 17th-century barns. 30 carefully curated stands will be…
Royal Pavilion Ice Rink

Type:

Christmas

Brighton

Celebrate a greener Christmas this year with the Royal Pavilion Ice Rink. Stunning, twinkly, romantic, child-friendly, rink-side restaurant views to die for…and ice powered entirely by wind and solar energy,
Christmas Celebration Dinners with a Cocktail Tasting at the Tasting Room

Type:

Food

Alfriston

To celebrate the festive season, our very own Seven Sisters Brand Ambassador, Archie Driver, has created a series of celebratory cocktails to help you get the party started.
Christmas Fayre at Bolney Wine Estate

Type:

Christmas

Haywards Heath

It's the most wonderful time of the year – and it starts with the annual Bolney Christmas Fayre! From unique homeware to local produce, you're guaranteed to find something special.
Christmas at Drusillas

Type:

Christmas

Alfriston

Meet Santa in his magical Santa's Grotto at Drusillas Park. No festivities would be complete without the star attraction, and visitors to Drusillas will not be disappointed as Father Christmas makes a welcome return to the zoo. Children can visit…
Christmas Day Dinner at The Grand Brighton

Type:

Food

Brighton

This Christmas our chefs will be conjuring up a magical and sumptuous lunch accompanied by carefully selected wine for you to enjoy with your family and friends. The Grand's magnificent Empress Suite is famous for its décor, atmosphere and its…
Santa Flights at British Airways i360 Viewing Tower

Type:

Family

Brighton

Does Father Christmas know which chimney is yours? Point out your rooftop to the man himself on board our beautifully decorated giant Christmas bauble this festive period.
As the glass viewing pod glides up slowly to 450ft, search for Rudolph and…
Ghost Stories For Christmas 2019

Type:

Theatre

Brighton

Now in its 7th year, the original Brighton Ghost Stories For Christmas charity fundraiser returns to The Lantern Theatre from 18th to 21st December 2019.
Featuring stories by Ramsey Campbell, John Paul Fitch and Neil Gaiman, this year we return to…
Christmas Carol Concert

Type:

Christmas

Brighton

Join us in the seasonally dressed Royal Pavilion for a special evening of Christmas carols performed by two talented Sussex based choirs. The Music Room is the setting for the entertainment and during the interval you are invited to enjoy a glass of…

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