Christmas in Eastbourne

Head to Eastbourne this Christmas for a wonderfully festive short break with an array of events from a real ice rink to Christmas Markets, shopping events, theatre shows and pantomimes.

Check out our Christmas Countdown with great ideas of things to do each day in December.

Christmas Countdown

Festive Events

Eastbourne's Lightning Fibre Ice Rink

Get your skates on with a visit to Eastbourne's real ice rink. Experience the thrills of the ice with family and friends this Christmas.
Sovereign Shines

Sovereign Shines is back with a glittering light display across the harbour plus real reindeer, Santa, live music, children's rides and festive artisan market.
Little Chelsea Christmas

Gather your friends and family for some festive fun in Little Chelsea and welcome in December with a cheer! This street party returns with late night shopping, a Christmas market on Grove Road and South Street, festive food and live entertainment.
Christmas Lights Switch On

See Eastbourne's Christmas lights and giant Christmas tree switch on with entertainment, street food and a Christmas market.
The Snowman

This Christmas, join us on an immersive magical journey and experience the heartwarming tale of The Snowman, screened with live orchestra.
Christmas Day Concert

Eastbourne Bandstand will be packed again this year as the traditional Christmas and New Year concerts return to the south coast with fantastic festive entertainment, and it is all for free.
Meads Magic

Beautiful Meads Street will be lined with stalls filled with festive activities, a Christmas market with local produce and arts and crafts, plus entertainers, a Christmas parade and Santa's Grotto.
Snow White

The Devonshire Park team will be back with another amazing family pantomime, packed with live music, sensational costumes, colourful sets and rip-roaring adventure. Grab your tickets now for the best seats!
1. 6 Dec 202412 Jan 2025