What to do in Bideford

Between Monday, November 17, 2025 and Friday, January 16, 2026

Exeter Cathedral Christmas Market

Dec 15Popular Christmas Market in the historic heart of Exeter, featuring festive stalls and local goods.

Swansea Christmas Market

Nov 29Talented crafters, traditional traders, and delicious street food vendors return for the festive season.

Exeter Comedy Club - Christmas Specials

Dec 19A special festive comedy night featuring local and touring comedians.

Swansea Jazzland 'A Christmas Story'

Dec 10A Christmas-themed performance by Swansea Jazzland.

Roof Tours – December

Dec 20A fascinating behind-the-scenes tour of Exeter Cathedral, visiting the roof space, wandering above the nave, and seeing the Ringing Chamber.

POPKIDS CHRISTMAS WONDERLAND

Dec 13A Christmas-themed concert for kids.

Dec 19A musical yuletide comedy where audience participation is absolutely, unequivocally, one hundred percent, NOT mandatory.

Dec 20Visit Santa's Grotto at The Grand Pier

Living Spit Presents Beauty & The Beast

Dec 16Family theatre show filled with laughter and wonder by North-Somerset based Living Spit.

Christmas by Candlelight

Dec 20Soak in the magic of Christmas by Candlelight.

Breakfast with Santa

Dec 20Create Christmas memories with Breakfast with Santa events.

Christmas Concert with Costanzi Consort

Dec 15Join the local choir, Costanzi Consort, for their annual festive concert, delighting attendees with a feast of festive and choral music, including mulled wine and a mince pie.

Santa's Toy Mine

Nov 22A magical Christmas adventure and illuminated journey through Santa's Toy Mine, perfect for children.

Santa's Toy Mine

Dec 20A magical Christmas adventure where Santa transforms the former Lewis Merthyr colliery into a festive experience for families.

Quaywest Christmas Market

Dec 15Enjoy a festive Christmas market with hot chocolates, mulled wine, and other seasonal delights.

The Christmas Train of Lights

Dec 15Embark on a multi award-winning festive journey from Paignton to Kingswear, enjoying spectacular light displays along the way.

Carols in the Caves

Dec 16Enjoy carols in the unique setting of Kents Cavern.

Quaywest Christmas Market

Dec 12Splashdown Quaywest comes alive this Christmas as the Paignton waterpark is transformed into a festive market with local craft stalls, food and drink, entertainment and children's activities.

Bay of Lights Ice Rink

Dec 6A beautifully lit, large ice rink offering hourly sessions for up to 80 skaters, as part of the wider Bay of Lights festive illumination trail.

Taunton Independent Market Christmas Markets

Dec 4Christmas markets offering seasonal delights.

Jack & The Beanstalk - Pantomime

Dec 5The best family pantomime in Taunton.

Santa Express from Bishops Lydeard

Dec 6Make memories with a festive train ride.

Christmas with The Rifles

Dec 20A festive concert featuring The Salamanca Band and Bugles of The Rifles.

Taunton Concert Band Christmas Concert

Dec 20A festive evening full of sparkle, warmth, and Christmas cheer presented by the Taunton Concert Band.

Jack & The Beanstalk - Pantomime

Dec 20Join for a giant pantomime adventure, promising the best family pantomime in Taunton.

A Winter's Tail - A Solstice Celebration for Early Years

Dec 21A fun, play-along theatre adventure led by The Last Baguette theatre company.

Candlelit Carol Service

Dec 21A traditional and atmospheric carol service by candlelight.

Christmas by Candlelight

Dec 17Enjoy an evening of festive cheer by candlelight.

Christmas Drive-In Cinema

Dec 18Experience the magic of Christmas from the comfort of your car.

60th Annual Gala Concert

Dec 18The highly anticipated 60th Annual Gala Concert.

Bingo Lingo - Christmas Special - Evening Session

Dec 20A Christmas-themed Bingo Lingo event promising festive fun.

Festive Community Lunch

Dec 18A Christmas lunch hosted by a tech-enabled care provider, offering peace of mind alongside festive fun.

Wynne Evans: A Christmas Special

Dec 19A Christmas special performance by Wynne Evans.

Neath Turns Nashville Xmas Party

Dec 20A Christmas party with a Nashville (country music) theme.

Breakfast with Santa

Dec 14Magical family moments with Santa, festive cheer, and delicious food for children.

Dec 15A local Christmas fair for the community.

Propane Lane [BLACK FRIDAY]

Dec 19Celebrate the festive season at Bridgend's premium events space.

Wilding presents: CONTINENTS

Dec 20Live music performance

Dec 15A festive illumination trail featuring new attractions and an ice rink, running along the seafronts of Torquay, Paignton, and Brixham.

Bay of Lights Christmas Market

Nov 28Explore over 30 local stalls offering a variety of unique items as part of Torquay's festive illuminations.

Bay of Lights Ice Rink

Dec 6Enjoy hourly ice skating sessions under a beautifully lit canopy.

Arena Christmas Party

Dec 20A festive party event held at Arena Torquay.

Train of Lights

Nov 29A festive train journey illuminated with lights, offering a magical experience.

A GRINCHMAS TEA PARTY

Dec 20A Grinch-themed tea party.

CHRISTMAS FUN @Woolavington

Dec 17A festive fun event.

Bridgwater Voices Community Choir Christmas Concert

Dec 17A magical evening filled with festive cheer and an end-of-term Christmas celebration by the community choir.

Celebrating Arts, Culture and Heritage

Dec 17An event open to community groups to celebrate arts, culture and heritage. Booking essential.

Christmas Song and Rhyme

Dec 19A fun-filled festive morning with Mrs. Claus, aimed at children under the age of three.

Exclusive for LGBTQ+ Women

Dec 19An exclusive social event for LGBTQ+ women.

'Make me an ELF ' Christmas Workshops

Dec 20Christmas workshops for children.

Dec 20Regular chess club meeting.

Lego & Colouring Club

Dec 20Activities with Lego and colouring for children.

Hot Squash Lounge Party

Dec 20A lounge party featuring music from Hot Squash.

Christmashay Village - Princesshay

Dec 8Festive village offering various Christmas activities and shopping.

Exeter Cathedral Christmas Market

Dec 8A traditional Christmas market with stalls selling crafts, food, and gifts on the historic Cathedral Green.

Christmas with the Cathedral Choir

Dec 9A series of festive musical performances by the Exeter Cathedral Choir held nightly at 7pm.

Exeter Cathedral Roof Tours

Dec 8Daily guided tours providing historical insights and panoramic views from the Cathedral's roof, starting at 11:15 am.

Winter Community Exhibition

Dec 8An art exhibition at Exeter Cathedral exploring themes of gratitude and thanks.

Exeter Christmas Market

Nov 20Exeter Cathedral's popular Christmas Market.

Brillsville Market

Dec 13A local produce market with stalls, treats, and repairs.

Swinging Christmas with the Exeter Jazz Orchestra!

Dec 13Enjoy a festive evening of jazz music.

Ultimate Daytime Christmas Party

Dec 13A Christmas party event.

The Stan Hacking Concert Band: Christmas Spectacular

Dec 14A Christmas concert by The Stan Hacking Concert Band.

Advent Series 2025 by the Revd...

Nov 30An Advent series at Exeter Cathedral.

Christmas with...

Dec 9A Christmas performance at Exeter Cathedral.

The Cardiff Secret Santa Christmas Pub Crawl

Dec 13A festive pub crawl with a Secret Santa theme.

Welsh Of The West End

Dec 13A musical performance by Welsh artists from the West End.

Dec 13Drum & Bass artist Shy FX performs a club night.

Festive Silent Disco

Dec 13Family-friendly silent disco event.

Disco Inferno – A Live Celebration of Floor Fillers

Dec 13A live performance celebrating disco hits, part of the Cardiff Christmas Festival.

Cardiff's Winter Wonderland

Nov 29Festive attraction including ice skating and opportunities to visit Santa, open during these dates.

The Rat Pack A Swingin' Christmas

Dec 14A festive swing music show, part of the Cardiff Christmas Festival.

Plymouth Winter Wonderland

Nov 21A festive event featuring a huge real ice rink, Santa's Enchanted Grotto, live music, rides, attractions, a Christmas bar, and festive food stalls.

Royal William Yard Festive Market

Dec 10A festive market.

Raymond Briggs' Father Christmas

Dec 11A theatrical performance of Raymond Briggs' Father Christmas.

Plymouth Christmas Market

Nov 27Soak up the festive spirit at the all-new Plymouth Christmas Market, featuring beautifully decorated wooden chalets bursting with artisan crafts and gifts.

REACH Wrestling

Dec 14REACH Wrestling superstars collide in their return to Marjon University Plymouth for an evening of live professional wrestling action, bringing family-friendly entertainment.

Theatr Bont - 113: “49 and 64 are in the room.”

Dec 11The first Pub Theatre in Bridgend featuring the play "49 and 64 are in the room. They cannot see each other but they can..."

Dec 12A raucous musical yuletide comedy.

Festive Funfair Christmas Party

Dec 12A Christmas party featuring funfair attractions.

Nordic Nights Christmas Party

Dec 12A themed Christmas party with a Nordic twist.

GINGERBREAD PARTY

Dec 13Get festive at the Gingerbread Christmas Party.

Christmas Party: Live Music ft The Stereo Jacks & Christmas Sharing platters

Dec 13An unforgettable night of live music from the Stereo Jacks with Christmas sharing platters.

Festive Funfair Christmas Party

Dec 13The ultimate Festive Funfair Christmas Party, hosted in the splendid Regency Suite, includes a Three-Course Dinner.

Dec 13A musical yuletide comedy.

Dec 14Get your picture with Santa Paws.

Coleg y Cymoedd Open Event

Dec 10An open event at Coleg y Cymoedd.

Murder Mystery Afternoon Tea

Dec 13An engaging murder mystery event with afternoon tea.

Quaywest Christmas Market

Dec 13A festive market offering Christmas goods and cheer.

Dec 6Make memories with the Santa Express.

Handel's "Messiah"

Dec 13Handel's glorious Messiah is the best-known sacred oratorio in the repertoire, performed by Taunton Choral Society.

Dec 13With captivating live music, The Nutcracker is a spellbinding adventure celebrating bravery and friendship.

Taunton Independent Market Christmas Markets

Dec 14A quality street market bringing the magic of Christmas to local families with various stalls.

PUNK ROCK FACTORY

Dec 11Live punk rock music performance.

THE CREATIVE TIPPLE | ADULT ART SESSION

Dec 12Adult art session, possibly involving drinks.

Live music with 'Riverside Buskers'

Dec 12Live music performance.

The Snowman - Live!

Dec 12A live performance of The Snowman.

The Monday Club

Dec 8Weekly inclusive friendship group to encourage wellness and self-advocacy whilst having fun. £3 entry.

Dec 8A film screening suitable for families, rated PG.

Wicked for Good

Dec 9A film screening.