East Sussex, 15th November 2024 to 31st December 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. 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.
Keep checking back, Christmas Light Switch On events are being updated.
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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Arundel
Visit one of the South's most beautiful Christmas Towns Arundel in West Sussex
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…
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!
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!
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…
Christmas
Fareham
Come to celebrate Fareham Town Centre Lights Switch On and visit the Indoor Christmas Market taking place inside the previous Clarks shop in Fareham Shopping Centre.
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…
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.
Christmas
Deal
Join the Georgian gentlemen for a weekend of festive fun as they prepare for Christmas at Walmer Castle. Enjoy a delightful array of activities and entertainment this holiday season!
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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
Haywards Heath
Sussex's award-winning lantern trail offers unforgettable "wow moments" for the whole family with a new route, exclusive art installations, and a magical Christmas Eve date.
Discover an immersive, interactive trail of hand-crafted lantern displays…
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, breath-taking projections and flood-lit fountain shows.
Christmas
Edenbridge
This Christmas, spend quality time with loved ones and enjoy a seasonal experience that celebrates the past 10 years of festive joy at Hever Castle.
Immerse yourself in a magical Christmas in the Castle, witness enchanting reimaginations of classic…
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
Battle
See Battle Abbey in a whole new light this festive season.
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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…
Christmas
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…
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