🎄 Christmas in Brighton 2025: Festive Events, Markets, Shows & Local Offers
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Brighton is one of the most magical places to be at Christmas; sparkling lights in The Lanes, atmospheric markets, festive workshops, incredible food, and brilliant seasonal shows. Whether you're planning cosy catch-ups, family fun or Christmas nights out, there’s something festive happening on every corner.
This guide brings you the best Christmas events, markets, seasonal activities and festive treats!
🎁 Brighton Christmas Markets & Makers Fairs
Brighton Open Market — Every Saturday from now until Christmas | BN1 4JU
Craft fairs, food pop-ups, performances and festive celebrations across November and December.
Christmas Makers Fair - 29 November | Saltdean Lido, BN2 8SP
A local makers market filled with handmade gifts, crafts, art and Christmas cheer.
’Tis The Season Christmas Market — 5 December & 12 December | One Garden Brighton, BN1 9SE
Set in stunning walled gardens, with festive stalls, food, drinks and creative workshops.
Etsy Christmas Fair — 6 December | Brighton Dome, BN1 1UE
A huge indie maker fair with over 100 designers, artists and craftspeople. A great stop for beautiful, unique gifts.
Black Brighton Market — 6 December | The Actors, BN2 1RD
A lively market showcasing Black-owned businesses in Brighton, offering art, fashion, gifts and delicious food.
Seven Sisters Christmas Market — 6 & 7 December | BN25 4AD
An artisan countryside market with festive food, gifts and beautiful surroundings.
HANABI Japanese Christmas Market — 7 December | Brighton Open Market, BN1 4JU
A beautiful festive celebration of Japanese crafts, ceramics, food and seasonal gifts.
Brighton Festive Makers Fair — 13 December | Wagner Hall, BN1 2RU
A curated selection of Brighton’s most talented makers — perfect for Christmas shopping.
Christmas Market @ The Pepper Pot — 13 December | The Sussex Peasant, BN2 0GF
Celebrate Christmas in Brighton with Sussex’s best — fresh bakes, fine olive oils, handmade teas, and festive local flavours!
🎭 Christmas Shows, Theatre & Music
Brighton Philharmonic Orchestra
Step into a magical world of festive music with Brighton Philharmonic Orchestra’s A Fairytale Christmas, featuring Delius, Ukrainian Christmas carols and Tchaikovsky. A beautiful and atmospheric concert at Brighton Dome — perfect for getting into the Christmas spirit.As proud Connected100 Business Club members, the BPO are one of Brighton’s cultural gems.
Following last year’s sell-out performance, A Christmas Carol returns with acclaimed actor Alistair McGowan as narrator, accompanied by musical interludes from Joanna MacGregor and the BPO Brass Quintet. A stunning blend of music and storytelling.
Dates:
18 December — Brighton
19 December — Petworth
20 December — Lewes
Komedia Brighton — Full Christmas Programme (Including Our Connected Brighton Christmas Disco!)
Komedia has one of the biggest and most exciting Christmas programmes in the city, with everything from comedy nights and festive shows to late-night December events — perfect for groups, mates or Christmas nights out.
And this year, they’re also hosting our very own Connected Brighton Christmas Disco on 12 December, bringing together our community for a night of dancing, drinks and full-on festive fun. Whether you're coming solo or with friends, it’s one of our favourite events of the year.
A beautifully curated Regency-themed Christmas celebration inside Brighton’s most iconic building. Perfect for lovers of Austen, history and festive theatre.
⛸️ Festive Experiences & Workshops
The ice rink returns for 2025! Skate beneath the glowing Pavilion, enjoy mulled wine, hot chocolate and one of Brighton’s most-loved Christmas traditions.
A brilliant way to celebrate Christmas with friends, colleagues or family:
Festive Canapés with Chef Eloise
Kids' Festive Baking (7–13 yrs)
Create your own giant knitted throw in their cosy workshops — now with a special Christmas blanket option for 2025. A lovely experience or thoughtful handmade gift.
Saturday 6th December | Cocoon&me Studio, BN1 4NN
🎁 Christmas Gifts & Festive Treats
Brighton’s favourite tea brand is back with its magical festive range: Snowball, Mulled Cider Tea, Peppermint Hot Cocoa and more. Their Christmas gift sets, advent calendars and tea bundles make perfect presents for cosy-season lovers.
Give the gift of adventure this Christmas! Enjoy 10% off gift vouchers with code MERRYGIFTMAS10 until 31 December. Perfect for families, couples, friends, or a fun New Year activity.
🍽️ Festive Food & Drink Around Brighton
A beautiful, seasonal dining experience in the heart of Kemp Town. Ideal for festive dinners, date nights or group celebrations.
50 Norfolk Square, BN1 2PA
Stunning décor and delicious Christmas menus, including Festive Bottomless Brunch — brilliant for group bookings and festive meet-ups.
1d St James Street, Brighton, BN21RE
A Brighton favourite for groups, cosy evenings, and relaxed Christmas catch-ups.
25 Gloucester Rd, Brighton, BN1 4AQ or 65-67 Church Rd, Hove, BN3 2BD
🌟 Find Your Perfect Christmas in Brighton
Whether you’re looking for things to do in Brighton at Christmas, festive markets to explore, magical shows to book, places to eat, or unique local gifts, Brighton truly has something for everyone in 2025.
And if you’re new to Brighton, or just want to meet more people this festive season, join us at our Connected Brighton Christmas Disco on 12 December for a night of dancing, drinks and community cheer.
Brighton is magical at Christmas — and we can’t wait to celebrate it with you. 🎄✨
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