Christmas in Eastbourne

Head to Eastbourne this Christmas for a wonderfully festive short break with an array of events from a real ice rink to Christmas Markets, shopping events, theatre shows and pantomimes.

View a selection of events below or browse our accommodation and book online.

What's On in Eastbourne This Christmas

Eastbourne's Lightning Fibre Ice Rink

Skate on real ice at Eastbourne's Lightning Fibre Ice Rink from 1 Dec to 8 Jan. Brought to you by Your Eastbourne BID.
Little Chelsea Christmas

Little Chelsea at Christmas is back! Come along and enjoy festive food and drink, shopping, children's rides, music, entertainment and much more, with a glittering firework display at 7pm.
Aladdin
Winterland

Winterland returns to Eastbourne with twinkling lights and wooden cabin market stalls featuring tasty food and drink from Bavarian Bratwurst to Mexican street food. Browse the market stalls for Christmas gifts, book an ice skating session or enjoy a drink at the bar with mulled wine, cocktails and craft beers and enjoy watching some skating, all in a wonderful Winterland setting.
Christmas at Drusillas

Watch little eyes twinkle with wonder as they experience the glistening magic of Christmas at Drusillas!
The Sussex Craft & Design Christmas Fair

Browse for handmade stocking fillers and beautiful gifts at our Christmas craft and design fair. Ceramics, textiles, pottery, glasswork, contemporary jewellery, artwork, interior & home accessories and more!
Christmas Markets
Christmas Light Switch On 24 Nov

See Eastbourne's Christmas lights and giant interactive LED tree switch on with late night shopping, entertainment and market.