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Head to Eastbourne this Christmas for a wonderfully festive short break with an array of events from visiting Santa's grotto, shopping events, theatre shows and pantomimes.
Christmas Countdown Calendar
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To make your festive season a little easier we have created a FREE Eastbourne Christmas Countdown Calendar for you to download, packed with events, shows and things to do throughout the festive period.
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Christmas in Eastbourne Magazine 2025
Discover great stocking filler ideas, places for festive food and things to do in Eastbourne town centre in Eastbourne BID's annual Christmas magazine. Plus there's the chance to win £250 vouchers to spend.
View the Christmas magazine
Discover more about what's on in Eastbourne this Christmas by browsing our events listed below.
Festive Events
World’s Biggest Productions Brings ELF: Christmas Musical Spectacular to Eastbourne this November.
Sovereign Shines is back with a glittering light display and a whole weekend of festive fun for the family.- 12 Dec 202514 Dec 2025
- Gather your friends and family for some festive fun in Little Chelsea and welcome in December with a cheer! This street party returns with late night shopping, a Christmas market on Grove Road and South Street, festive food and live entertainment.
See Eastbourne's Christmas lights switch on with entertainment, street food and a Christmas market.- A magical Christmas at Drusillas - Don't miss a magical visit to Santa's Grotto, join in with our singing reindeer trio, a glittering 24-foot Christmas tree and delicious Christmas treats!
- 22 Nov 202523 Dec 2025
- Beautiful Meads Street will be lined with stalls filled with festive activities, a Christmas market with local produce and arts and crafts, plus entertainers, a Christmas parade and Santa's Grotto.
- Get into the festive spirit at our Christmas Craft & Design Fair! Discover one-of-a-kind stocking fillers and thoughtful gifts handmade by talented artisans. Expect gorgeous ceramics, soft textiles, unique jewellery, striking artwork, home accessories and plenty more.
- Why settle for tinsel when you can have twisted shots & live bands at our Ultimate Christmas Party Fest 2025.
Number of results: 18
Address
Drusillas Zoo Park, Berwick, East Sussex, BN26 5QSTelephone
01323 874 100Address
Drusillas Zoo Park, Berwick, East Sussex, BN26 5QSA magical Christmas at Drusillas - Don't miss a magical visit to Santa's Grotto, join in with our singing reindeer trio, a glittering 24-foot Christmas tree and delicious Christmas treats!
Dates
- From:
- 22 Nov 2025to23 Dec 2025Open 10:00 - 17:00
Address
Enterprise Shopping Centre, Station Parade, Eastbourne, BN21 1BDAddress
Enterprise Shopping Centre, Station Parade, Eastbourne, BN21 1BDSanta's Magical Elevator will be returning to the Enterprise Centre this Christmas.
Dates
- From:
- 29 Nov 2025to24 Dec 2025
Address
The View Hotel, Grand Parade, eastbourne, Eastbourne, east sussex, BN21 4DNTelephone
+441323433900Address
The View Hotel, Grand Parade, eastbourne, Eastbourne, east sussex, BN21 4DNJoin us on Sunday 30th November, and 7th, 14th & 21st December for a two-course carvery lunch, served from 12:30pm – 2pm.
Adults: £26
Children (6–12): £13Dates
- From:
- 30 Nov 2025to21 Dec 2025Open 12:30 - 14:00
Address
The View Hotel, Grand Parade, eastbourne, Eastbourne, east sussex, BN21 4DNTelephone
+441323433900Address
The View Hotel, Grand Parade, eastbourne, Eastbourne, east sussex, BN21 4DNAvailable: 1st – 23rd December, 2pm – 5pm in the Vista Bar. Price: £25 per person | Upgrade with a Christmas cocktail for £31 per person.
Dates
- From:
- 1 Dec 2025to23 Dec 2025Open 14:00 - 17:00
Address
Terminus Road, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21 3NEAddress
Terminus Road, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21 3NEJoin Peter Pan, Tinkerbell and Wendy on a magical town trail! Find the ten missing pages of Peter’s book for a sprinkle of festive fun — and prizes to be won!
Dates
- From:
- 1 Dec 2025to31 Dec 2025
Address
Devonshire Park Theatre, Compton Street, Eastbourne, BN21 4BPTelephone
01323 412000Address
Devonshire Park Theatre, Compton Street, Eastbourne, BN21 4BPTake to the skies with Peter, Wendy and Tinker Bell as the Devonshire Park Theatre presents the sensational pantomime The Adventures of Peter Pan, flying onto our stage for 2025/2026.
Dates
- From:
- 5 Dec 2025to11 Jan 2026
Address
Knockhatch Adventure Park, Hailsham Bypass, Hailsham, East Sussex, BN27 3GDTelephone
+441323442051Address
Knockhatch Adventure Park, Hailsham Bypass, Hailsham, East Sussex, BN27 3GDMeet the Ghosts Of Christmas Past, Present and Future as you become th infamous Scrooge in The Christmas Carol Experience.
Dates
- From:
- 6 Dec 2025to23 Dec 2025Open 10:00 - 17:00
Address
Sharnfold Farm, Hailsham Road, Stone Cross, East Sussex, BN24 5BUTelephone
01323768490Address
Sharnfold Farm, Hailsham Road, Stone Cross, East Sussex, BN24 5BUENJOY OUR FESTIVE TRAIL AT SHARNFOLD FARM!
Dates
- From:
- 10 Dec 2025to14 Dec 2025Open 09:00 - 16:00
- From:
- 17 Dec 2025to23 Dec 2025Open 09:00 - 16:00
Address
The Waterfront, Sovereign Harbour, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN23 5UZAddress
The Waterfront, Sovereign Harbour, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN23 5UZSovereign Shines is back with a glittering light display and a whole weekend of festive fun for the family.
Dates
- From:
- 12 Dec 2025to14 Dec 2025
Address
Knockhatch Adventure Park, Hailsham Bypass, Hailsham, East Sussex, BN27 3GDTelephone
+441323442051Address
Knockhatch Adventure Park, Hailsham Bypass, Hailsham, East Sussex, BN27 3GDMeet Father Christmas at Knockhatch Adventure Park this December!
Dates
- From:
- 13 Dec 2025to14 Dec 2025Open 11:00 - 17:00
- From:
- 20 Dec 2025to23 Dec 2025Open 11:00 - 23:00
Address
Knockhatch Adventure Park, Hailsham Bypass, Hailsham, East Sussex, BN27 3GDTelephone
+441323442051Address
Knockhatch Adventure Park, Hailsham Bypass, Hailsham, East Sussex, BN27 3GDThe Elf On The Shelf - Elf 2 Holidays!
Join the Renato & Alan as they entertain with aerials, juggling, acrobatics and clowning in the Studio!Dates
- From:
- 13 Dec 2025to14 Dec 2025Open 12:00 - 15:30
- From:
- 20 Dec 2025to23 Dec 2025Open 12:00 - 15:30
Address
Michelham Priory House & Gardens, Upper Dicker, Hailsham, East Sussex, BN27 3QSTelephone
01323 844224Address
Michelham Priory House & Gardens, Upper Dicker, Hailsham, East Sussex, BN27 3QSCelebrate the season in style by crafting your own beautiful Christmas wreath in the stunning setting of Michelham Priory's Elizabethan Great Barn.
Dates
- From:
- 14 Dec 2025Open 10:30 - 13:00
Address
Terminus Road, Eastbourne, BN21 3NEAddress
Terminus Road, Eastbourne, BN21 3NESoak up the spirit of Christmas with carols from the Salvation Army, local singers and musicians.
From 3pm, join the Printers Playhouse Community Choir for a big singalong!
Dates
- From:
- 20 Dec 2025
Address
All Saints' Church, 21a Grange Road, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21 4HETelephone
01323 732823Address
All Saints' Church, 21a Grange Road, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21 4HETraditional candlelit carol service
Dates
- From:
- 21 Dec 2025Open 18:30 - 19:30
Address
All Saints' Church, 21a Grange Road, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21 4HETelephone
01323 732823Address
All Saints' Church, 21a Grange Road, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21 4HEChristmas Day service for all ages
Dates
- From:
- 25 Dec 2025Open 10:00 - 11:00
Address
King Edwards Parade, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21 4EETelephone
01323 410611Address
King Edwards Parade, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN21 4EEEastbourne’s annual Christmas Day Concert will return this year, bringing free festive cheer to residents and visitors alike.
Dates
- From:
- 25 Dec 2025
Address
Wish Tower Slopes, King Edwards Parade, Eastbourne, BN21 4EETelephone
01323 410611Address
Wish Tower Slopes, King Edwards Parade, Eastbourne, BN21 4EECelebrate Boxing Day with Long Man Morris dancers performing on the Wish Tower Slopes from 10.30 – 11.30am, bringing musical merriment to many.
Dates
- From:
- 26 Dec 2025
Address
Michelham Priory House & Gardens, Upper Dicker, Hailsham, East Sussex, BN27 3QSTelephone
01323 844224Address
Michelham Priory House & Gardens, Upper Dicker, Hailsham, East Sussex, BN27 3QSJoin us at Michelham Priory House & Gardens for a magical event of dancing, drumming, fire and feasting to bless the trees and wish them good health for the year ahead!
Dates
- From:
- 10 Jan 2026Open 15:00 - 17:00
- From:
- 10 Jan 2026Open 18:00 - 21:00
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