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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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A Christmas Carol Brighton: The Immersive Dining Experience

Dates:

From:

3 Dec 2019to29 Dec 2019

Location:

The Windmill
69 Upper North Street
Brighton
East Sussex
BN1 3FL

Type:

Theatre

Brighton's newest immersive dining experience featuring a festive feast created by MasterChef champion Natalie Coleman

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Mark Davies' Christmas Sing-a-long at The Winter Foragers

Dates:

From:
14 Dec 2019

Location:

The Winter Foragers
3 Stirling Place
Hove
East Sussex
BN3 3YU

Type:

Free Event

Come one, come all and join us for a jolly sing-a-long hosted by Mark Davies
✨ There will be a mixture of classic sing-a-long songs and contemporary Christmas tunes ✨
What more could you need to get you in the festive spirit?
Free entry
From 8pm

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Kids Heroes and Villains NYE Party at The George Payne

Dates:

From:
31 Dec 2019

Location:

The George Payne
18 Payne Avenue
Hove
East Sussex
BN3 5HB

Type:

Christmas

Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it's New Years Eve at The George Payne.
Kids Disney Heroes and Villains party from 4pm with children's entertainer Miss Sparkle.
Lots of fun games, balloons, tattoos, prizes AND a mini disco. What better way to see…

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Magical Wonderland comes to the Marina

Dates:

From:

20 Dec 2019to24 Dec 2019

Location:

Brighton Marina
The Marina Square (aka The Village)
The Waterfront, Brighton Marina
Brighton
East Sussex
BN2 5WA

Type:

Family

Step into a World of Fantasy this Christmas with our immersive event. Walk through the Wardobe in a Frozen World. Be part of the experience, meet the characters, taste the treats, see the snow and enjoy a drink watch the performances.

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NYE - A NIGHT OF 90'S CLASSICS

Dates:

From:
31 Dec 2019

Location:

Merkaba
My Brighton
17 Jubilee Street
Brighton
East Sussex
BN1 1GE

Type:

Club Nights

FREE ENTRY!
Prosecco £20.00 a bottle between 2pm-5pm and classic cocktails for just £8.50 all night.
As we enter a new decade, we are throwing it back to the rhythm of the 90's - from hip hop to Britpop, our special guest DJs have got your…

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New Year's Eve Empress Suite Black and White Ball

Dates:

From:
31 Dec 2019

Location:

The Grand Brighton
97-99 Kings Rd
Brighton
East Sussex
BN1 2FW

Type:

Christmas

You are invited to welcome in 2020 with style and sophistication at The Grand Brighton's famous New Year's Eve ball. You and your group of friends or family will be greeted with a champagne reception, followed by a delectable five course menu of…

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The Official All or Nothing Christmas Party

Dates:

From:
13 Dec 2019

Location:

The Rialto Theatre
11 Dyke Road
Brighton
East Sussex
BN1 3FE

Type:

Club Nights

Come and join us on funky Friday 13th of December, for a night of festive fabulousness.
Join us from 10pm for the Official All or Nothing Christmas party hosted by actress, writer Carol Harrison with special celebrity guests and party with the…

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The Brighton Christmas Burlesque Cabaret

Dates:

From:
13 Dec 2019

Location:

The Rialto Theatre
11 Dyke Road
Brighton
East Sussex
BN1 3FE

Type:

Club Nights

Roll up, Roll up, its time to get into the festive spirit!
Kicking off the celebrations at The Rialto Theatre with a sensational saucy burlesque cabaret.
Performed by Brightons finest Burlesque beauties and presented by the one and only flamboyant…

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Christmas at Drusillas

Dates:

From:

23 Nov 2019to23 Dec 2019

Location:

Drusillas Park
Alfriston Road
Alfriston
BN26 5QS

Type:

Christmas

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…

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Carols by Candlelight

Dates:

From:
19 Dec 2019

Location:

St George's Church
St George's Road
Brighton
East Sussex
BN2 1ED

Type:

Christmas

Join us for Carols by Candlelight on Thursday 19th December at St George's Church in Kemp Town, Brighton.
A carol service for everyone, featuring NHS Community Choir Brighton and the Choir of St George's Church, we will be serving drinks and & mince…

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Tuesday Night Fever New Years Eve Party at The Railway Inn

Dates:

From:
31 Dec 2019

Location:

The Railway Inn
2 Station Road
Portslade
Brighton & Hove
East Sussex
BN41 1GA

Type:

Club Nights

Night fever, night fever
Don your best 70s disco attire join us at The Railway Inn this New Years Eve to strut your way in 2020 in style.
️ £10 Advance Tickets available ONLINE (follow the ticket link)
Limited £5 Early Bird Tickets available from…

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Children's Christmas Cupcake Decorating classes

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From:
15 Dec 2019
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23 Dec 2019

Location:

Cielo Cakery
36 Church Street
Brighton
East Sussex
BN11RL

Type:

Christmas

Join us at Cielo Cakery where your mini bakers will pop on an apron and become part of the Cielo team!
Each child will be given their own box of cupcakes to fill, ice and decorate with all the festive candy, glitter and sparkle! They will end the…

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Ghost Stories For Christmas 2019

Dates:

From:

18 Dec 2019to20 Dec 2019

From:
21 Dec 2019

Location:

The Lantern Theatre
8 - 10 Rock Place
Brighton
East Sussex
BN2 1PF

Type:

Theatre

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…

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Christmas Karaoke Brunch

Dates:

From:
14 Dec 2019

Location:

Lucky Voice
8 Black Lion Street
Brighton
East Sussex
BN1 1ND

Type:

Christmas

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

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New Years Eve at the Seaside

Dates:

From:
31 Dec 2019

Location:

The Brighton Beach Club
26 Kings Road
Brighton
East Sussex
BN1 2LN

Type:

Christmas

Join us at our beautiful seafront restaurant for our New Years Eve menu which also includes prosecco arrival to start your year the right way. Live 10 piece band and all the Christmas hits in front of Brighton's panoramic views and the beach…

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Flint Barns Christmas Celebration Evenings

Dates:

From:
14 Dec 2019
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20 Dec 2019
From:
21 Dec 2019

Location:

Flint Barns - Rathfinny Wine Estate
Alfriston
BN26 5TU

Type:

Christmas

Celebrate the festive season at the Flint Barns. Our 'home away from home' welcoming atmosphere allows you, your colleagues, friends and family to celebrate in a relaxed setting.

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Christmas Day Dinner at The Grand Brighton

Dates:

From:

25 Dec 2019to26 Dec 2019

From:
25 Dec 2019

Location:

The Grand Brighton
97-99 Kings Road
Brighton
East Sussex
BN1 2FW

Type:

Food

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…

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Boogie Wonderland – 70s Disco NYE party!

Dates:

From:
31 Dec 2019

Location:

Komedia
44-47 Gardner Street
Brighton
East Sussex
BN1 1UN

Type:

Club Nights

After two years of complete sell outs, Boogie Wonderland is back for a New Year's Eve special, spinning the best tunes from the 1970s.
18+

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Race Horse Company: Super Sunday

Dates:

From:

17 Dec 2019to27 Dec 2019

Location:

Brighton Dome Concert Hall
Church Street
Brighton
East Sussex
BN1 1UE

Type:

Christmas

Enter an amusement park of pure amazement with human catapults, trampolines and a wheel of death.

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The Wizard of Oz

Dates:

From:

28 Dec 2019to29 Dec 2019

Location:

Brighton Dome
Church Street
Brighton
East Sussex
BN1 1UE

Type:

Family

Join Ballet Theatre UK as they follow the yellow brick road and discover all the wonders of Oz. This two act, full-length, ballet adaptation of the iconic tale, is told through the magic of classical dance and is the perfect way to introduce young…

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