Christmas in Winchester
Winchester Christmas Lights 2022

Christmas in Winchester is dubbed ‘England’s Christmas Capital’.

The 2024 festive season kicks off on 14 November with the Christmas lights switch on then Winchester district comes alive with a range of festive activities carrying on into the New Year.

Winchester Cathedral’s Christmas Market is recognised as one of the best in Europe, this year's runs from Friday 22 November through until Sunday 22 December

Watch our Christmas in Winchester video

Experience the Winchester district this Christmas in our historic city, vibrant market towns and beautiful villages. Find unique gifts in our independent shops. If you need a break from Christmas shopping, take some time to explore the district’s unspoilt nature and countryside or enjoy unforgettable festive family experiences at our attractions. Finish up your shopping trip or day out with a gourmet dinner at one of our atmospheric restaurants.

Christmas events

Lantern Parade

DATE: 28 Nov 2024 - 28 Nov 2024

CLOSES: 29th Nov 2024

Bombay Sapphire Cinema Nights: Elf

DATE: 22 Dec 2024 - 22 Dec 2024

CLOSES: 22nd Dec 2024

Bombay Sapphire Cinema Nights: The Holiday

DATE: 15 Dec 2024 - 15 Dec 2024

CLOSES: 15th Dec 2024

Science Lates: Christmas Cracker

DATE: 13 Dec 2024 - 13 Dec 2024

CLOSES: 14th Dec 2024

Hundred Watt Club - A Festive Evening of…

DATE: 30 Nov 2024 - 30 Nov 2024

CLOSES: 1st Dec 2024

Bombay Sapphire Cinema Nights: Gremlins

DATE: 1 Dec 2024 - 1 Dec 2024

CLOSES: 1st Dec 2024

Bombay Sapphire Cinema Nights: Christmas with the…

DATE: 8 Dec 2024 - 8 Dec 2024

CLOSES: 8th Dec 2024

Christmas lights switch on

DATE: 14 Nov 2024 - 14 Nov 2024

CLOSES: 14th Nov 2024

Christmas Wreath Making

DATE: 5 Dec 2024 - 5 Dec 2024

CLOSES: 7th Dec 2024

New Years Eve Sparkling Afternoon Tea

DATE: 31 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024

CLOSES: 1st Jan 2025

Christmas Day Lunch in The Wellhouse

DATE: 25 Dec 2024 - 25 Dec 2024

CLOSES: 26th Dec 2024

Boxing Day Lunch in the Wellhouse Woodfired…

DATE: 26 Dec 2024 - 26 Dec 2024

CLOSES: 27th Dec 2024

Festive reads

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