Southampton's Snow Windows Trail

Southampton

Type:Christmas

Southampton City Centre, Southampton, Hampshire, SO14 2DA
Poster with snowman introducing the Southampton Snow Windows Trail - with two brand new routes to follow

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Snowmen are on the loose! The Southampton Snow Windows Trail Returns for 2026

Get ready for a magical winter adventure as Southampton’s Snow Windows Trail returns from Saturday 28th November 2026 to Sunday 3rd January 2027. Back by popular demand, this festive favourite invites visitors to explore the city centre on a Christmas walking trail that’s perfect for families, couples, and festive explorers alike.

Free Family Day Out in Southampton

This year visitors are invited to follow two brand new routes - The Hat and The Carrot and discover over 20 beautifully designed snow window displays featuring Snowman . Each one is hand-crafted by the talented team at Snow Windows, transforming shopfronts and windows into intricate winter scenes inspired by snowman getting up to mischief on their big family holiday.

The Snow Windows Trail is open daily from 10am–5pm (closed 24–26 December and 1 January). Along the way, look out for a clue poster featuring a letter.  Add the letter to your trail map as you go, unscramble to find the secret word.   

Once you’ve completed your trail, head to SeaCity Museum or Secon Nature to collect a free prize, and don’t forget to enter the prize draw to win the Ultimate Winter Bundle.

Organised by GO! Southampton, this free, family-friendly event is a brilliant way to experience the city’s Christmas atmosphere while supporting local businesses.

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Southampton's Snow Windows Trail (28 Nov 2026 - 3 Jan 2027)

* Free to visit

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