Bluebell Railway, East Sussex 17th Nov - 30th Dec
Wrap up warm and head out after-dark to one of many colourful Christmas light events in South East England. Wander through dazzling light tunnels and colourful woodlands, marvel at exquisitely dressed Christmas trees and bespoke light installations, be amazed by animated light projections and stunning lantern festivals, all brightening up the long winter nights. These enchanting displays will ignite your holiday spirit, bring festive cheer and are a fantastic way to celebrate this special time of the year.
Why not catch up with family and friends at one of the free local festive light-switch on's that will be gracing our towns and villages in the lead up to Christmas Day. With twinkling fairy lights, tasty treats, Christmas carols and late-night shopping, these events are a great excuse to get together and start the festive season as you mean to go on.
Our featured illuminations showcase some of the best festive lights trail throughout South East England. Don't forget to scroll to the bottom of the page to find many more across the destination and to explore the seasonal light switch-on events.
Why not visit one of the many towns and villages in the South East to watch and take part in their annual Christmas light events, take a look at our events near me section and start ticking off the Christmas list. Don't forget to keep scrolling to discover more at the bottom of the page.
Keep checking back, more events are being added all the time
Take a look below for a full list of Christmas Light Trails and illumination events happening across South East England this winter, with many starting in early November and running until January 24, giving you plenty of time to head out and enjoy a sparkling-Christmas whether you live here, are on holiday or visiting friends and family over the festive season.
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Christmas
near Hartley Wintney, Hook
A ten-acre wonderland of gigantic shimmering flowers, glowing fairies, and a forest of illuminated field flowers. There are enormous lit waterlilies floating on the lake and the five bridges turned in tunnels of lights. All the garden's follies are…
Show / Display
Windsor
Celebrate Christmas in Eton with food stalls, funfair rides, music, dancing and all the fun of Christmas! Kicking off at Jubilee Square from 5pm.
Show / Display
Havant
Enlightened returns to Staunton Farm in 2024!
Enlightened 2024 will be the biggest, brightest, and boldest year yet with a trail bursting with even more interactive and immersive elements than ever before along with visitor favourites.
Christmas
Bournemouth
Spectacular Christmas tree trail, enchanting illuminations and seasonal family fun!
Christmas
Aylesbury
This Christmas at Waddesdon, be spirited away to a magical wonderland as classic tales come to life with new decorations in the house and dazzling new light displays outside enchant and delight.
Special Events
Uckfield
Brighten up the chilly winter evenings with a seasonal lights spectacular!
Special Events
Brighton
Burning the Clocks is a unique community event held on the 21st of December, created by Same Sky, that brings the whole city of Brighton together to mark the shortest day of the year. Local people make lantern and parade through the city, they pass…
Christmas
Poole
Join City Cruises, Poole as we celebrate the Poole Christmas Maritime Light Trail on the water. Throughout this magical Christmas event we will be running daily 30 minute long boat trips every Thursday, Friday or Saturday evening upon our magical…
Christmas
Arundel
Visit one of the South's most beautiful Christmas Towns Arundel in West Sussex
Christmas
New Alresford
Steam Illuminations returns to The Watercress Line (November to January). Experience an incredible light show on and in a steam train, consisting of thousands of coloured lights and LED wristbands, creating a kaleidoscope of different colours and…
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