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What to do in Taunton

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.
Christmas Market – Local Crafts and Businesses
Dec 5Over 40 local crafts and businesses offering festive goods.
A Fairytale for Christmas
Dec 13A festive theatrical performance for Christmas.
Cinderella Pantomime
Dec 13A classic Cinderella pantomime performance.
The Great SKATE - Real Ice Real Magic
Dec 9An experience of real ice skating, perfect for families and individuals.
Qualifications Wales' Awarding Bodies Forum 2025
Dec 11A forum for awarding bodies in Wales.
Santa and Scrooge Visit at Tredegar House
Dec 13Father Christmas and Scrooge will be roaming the grounds and house, bringing festive cheer and mischievous fun.
The Rogues at McCann's Rock N Ale Bar
Dec 13Live music performance by The Rogues.
Newport Winter Wonderland
Dec 13A festive experience with attractions and stalls.
The Ultimate Christmas Festive-al
Dec 13A sensational night of entertainment.
Scrooge: A Cirque Spectacular
Dec 13A festive cirque Christmas show featuring acrobatics, music, and magic.
Make Your Own Welsh Spirit
Dec 13A hands-on experience to create your own Welsh spirit.
Poole Christmas Light Trail
Nov 22Step into a world of Christmas magic with a free festive attraction featuring illuminations across the town.
Christmas Window Display Competition
Dec 5Businesses in Poole compete with festive window displays, adding to the holiday atmosphere.
The Wintering
Nov 27A theatrical performance at Lighthouse Poole.
Little Robin Red Vest
Nov 22A children's theatre performance taking place at Lighthouse Poole.
Wicked: For Good (PG)
Nov 28A film screening or musical-related event.
Dick Whittington
Dec 11Lighthouse Poole presents the classic pantomime tale of Dick Whittington.
Festive Fiesta at Buzz Bingo Poole
Dec 13A festive bingo event with a lively atmosphere.
Step Into Christmas
Dec 13A magical, feel-good festive music show.
Dick Whittington (Panto)
Dec 11A classic West End style pantomime for the festive season.
Carol Concert
Dec 17An uplifting evening filled with festive music and community spirit at the annual Carol Concert.
Poole Christmas Maritime Light Trail
Nov 22A free festive attraction transforming Poole town centre and quay with sparkling lights and displays.
Bath Bach Choir presents 'A Georgian Christmas' (Carols by Candlelight)
Dec 18A much-loved Carols by Candlelight concert with a Georgian Christmas theme.
Wonderful Widcombe nights
Dec 19Free live music in a relaxed setting every Friday.
Newbie Night (Open Mic)
Dec 17An open mic event for new and experienced performers.
Christmas at The Roman Baths
Nov 27A festive experience at the historic Roman Baths.
Royal Marines: A Christmas Spectacular
Dec 20The world-famous Band of His Majesty's Royal Marines returns for an evening of music, including Christmas classics.
Fête Club
Dec 19A musical yuletide comedy where audience participation is absolutely, unequivocally, one hundred percent, NOT mandatory.
Santa's Grotto
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.
Meet Father Christmas at Cyfarthfa Castle
Dec 20An unforgettable festive finale opportunity to meet Father Christmas.
Caberet Night with The Electric 80's Band
Dec 20A cabaret night featuring a performance by The Electric 80's Band.
Festive Afternoon Tea
Dec 16Enjoy a festive-themed afternoon tea.
Festive Thursdays
Dec 18A general festive event held on Thursdays.
Wicked For Good (Film)
Dec 19A film screening at the Pavilion.
Anyway Up Bingo Christmas Special!
Dec 16Christmas-themed bingo event.
Nuremburg
Dec 15An upcoming show at Weymouth Pavilion.
John Etheridge & Chris Garrick
Dec 15A musical performance by John Etheridge and Chris Garrick.
Christmas Pantomime Jack & The Beanstalk
Dec 19This year's giant of a pantomime!
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.
Christmas Fair
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
Bay of Lights
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.
Cwmbran Centre Christmas Market
Dec 17A Christmas market featuring various stalls
Ebenezer's Afternoon Tea
Dec 13Discover upcoming events at ICC Wales and book your tickets online
Chatterbooks Reading Group
Dec 20Free reading group for children aged 7-11.
A GRINCHMAS TEA PARTY
Dec 20A Grinch-themed tea party.
Cwmbran Christmas Markets
Dec 20Local Christmas market featuring various stalls, operating throughout the weekend.
A Regency Christmas at Mompesson House
Nov 21Experience Mompesson House decorated for a Regency Christmas. Explore the historic house and garden.
'The Snowman' with live orchestra
Dec 19A special screening of 'The Snowman' accompanied by a live orchestra.
Christmas on the Square
Nov 21Join the festive fun in Guildhall Square with stalls and entertainment.
Festive Family Matinee Event
Dec 21A festive family matinee event featuring the Salisbury Concert Band.
Sunday Festive Markets
Dec 21Festive markets offering local produce and crafts.
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Luminate at Ashton Court
Nov 28A Christmas light walk through the grounds of Ashton Court.
Bristol Bears vs Harlequins
Dec 20Rugby match.
Bristol City vs Middlesbrough
Dec 20Football match.
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.
Christmas Activities with Santa Meet & Greet
Dec 20Santa Meet & Greet, Elf Hat, Animal Feed and Christmas Activities for families.
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.
Chess Club
Dec 20Regular chess club meeting.