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Gather your friends and family for some festive fun in Little Chelsea and welcome in December with a cheer!

Visitors can immerse themselves in the magic of Christmas with two live music stages, handmade craft stalls, delicious food and drink, and a host of exciting street performances. The Christmas market will feature a wonderful selection of handmade goods, perfect for unique Christmas gifts, while food and drink stalls serve up festive flavours to delight all ages.

Morris Dancers will entertain outside the library and The Eagle, Santa and his elves will greet visitors in their grotto on South Street, and there will be special appearances from favourite characters Bluey and Bingo.

A festive dog show will take place on Stage 2 outside the Council offices on Grove Road from 5:45 to 6:15pm, with registration starting at 5:30pm.

The Main Stage festivities will kick off with the Best Festive-Dressed Child, Adult, and Family Contest at 6:15 pm, with winners chosen by Eastbourne's local MP.

The Christmas extravaganza will culminate in a dazzling fireworks display at 8:00 pm