15th Nov 2024 to 31st Dec 2024
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 in starting date order. 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.
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 2025, 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
Selborne, Alton
Delve into the story of Gilbert White, discover our collections in a whole new light, and unlock your passion and an excitement for wildlife and the natural world around us. Journey through the house and gardens as we open the pages of The Natural…
Christmas
Arundel
Visit one of the South's most beautiful Christmas Towns Arundel in West Sussex
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Lower Beeding, Horsham
Explore the wonder of our woodland gardens awash with light, sound and colour.
Bigger, better, and even more magical than before! Leonardslee Lights is set to bring a fun winter experience for the whole family. Join us for an incredible winter…
Christmas
Tunbridge Wells
A magical trail with new lights for 2024 – an after-dark stroll through iconic conifers
The National Pinetum at Bedgebury is a place where new memories are made when over a million twinkling lights and seasonal sounds fill the air with festive fun…
Christmas
Ramsgate
A new festival in Ramsgate will bring a vibrant, six week long celebration, illuminating the town from November 24.
Exhibition
Ampfield, Romsey
After an unforgettable transformation last year, the magnificent Sir Harold Hillier Gardens are set to shine bigger and brighter than ever before! Award winning producers, Light Up Trails return with a host of NEW glittering installations and…
Show / Display
Brighton
The dark grip of long wintry nights is broken by a flicker of light. Started in 1993, Burning the Clocks represents an alternative to the commercial Christmas. Thousands of people gather to make paper lanterns to carry through the city before…
Childrens Events
Lewes Road, Brighton
Tickets from Just £16 for Brighton’s Most Unique Winter Light Show...
Explore a light trail beyond the walled garden, through Stanmer’s famous orchard, and for the first time ever—walk through the beautifully illuminated Palm House.
A Winter…
Christmas
Windsor
Standing over 50ft tall, Garter Tower is illuminated with stunning images of St George’s Chapel’s stained glass windows, architectural details and motifs, dating back to the 15th century, as well as images created by local schoolchildren.
Christmas
Reading
Wrap up the year with an evening of lights and lanterns in the museum garden.
Christmas
Wick Lane, Englefield Green
Light up your year! Windsor Great Park Illuminated returns with another magical trail, bringing the woodland to life with dazzling lights, breathtaking projections and floodlit fountain shows.
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…
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
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…
Christmas
Bournemouth
Spectacular Christmas tree trail, enchanting illuminations and seasonal family fun!
Special Events
Uckfield
Brighten up the chilly winter evenings with a seasonal lights spectacular!
Free Event
Oxford
This December, Oxford will be illuminated with festive cheer as the Oxford Christmas Light Bus travels on the city's streets. This magical event, organised by Oxford Bus Company, City Sightseeing Oxford, and Thames Travel, in partnership with Get…
Christmas
NEWPORT
The popular Christmas Lights Tour is back this December and we cannot wait to welcome you on board! Get wrapped up ready for a unique festive experience for all the family aboard an open top bus. We have added in extra dates due to demand and hope…
Christmas
Marlow
Each winter, Marlow's fabulous Christmas lights attract thousands of people to the town centre, to stroll along the High Street from the obelisk at the top to the iconic Marlow Bridge at the bottom, admiring the fairy-tale display. Multiple rows of…
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