Crawley Christmas Lights 2026

Visitors gather in Queens Square to watch the lighting of the town's Christmas tree. The afternoon features carol singing, family entertainment, and festive workshops. Guests can also enjoy a special appearance from Father Christmas.

Visitors can follow an outdoor art adventure trail through the garden featuring 12 giant Gruffalo sculptures decorated with nature-inspired designs. Along the route, families can look out for themed games and interactive challenges. Inside the house, the rooms are dressed...

Visitors follow an illuminated trail through the gardens featuring light and sound installations set against dramatically lit landscapes. Highlights include a 'field of fire', gigantic glowing crocuses, an enchanted garden inside the Glasshouse, a fantastical fairy village in the Rock...

Visitors embark on an illuminated journey through woodlands, enchanted waters, and frozen landscapes filled with thousands of handcrafted lanterns and large-scale light installations. An exclusive soundscape narrated by renowned actors guides walkers in search of Nature's Gift along the trail....

Guests journey through a snowy wonderland led by elves to meet Father Christmas in his cosy grotto and visit the Toy Workshop. The event features a classic Cinderella pantomime on the Mane Stage, carol performances under the giant Christmas tree,...

Visitors arrive at an illuminated station to meet host Malinda, the Good Witch, who leads a countdown ceremony to switch on the train's lights. Passengers then travel through the winter countryside aboard a steam train, taking in music-synchronized lineside displays...

Guests journey through a Nutcracker-themed trail from Drosselmeyer's workshop to the Land of Sweets, encountering festive costumed characters along the way. Inside the castle, visitors can view traditional festive decorations, welcoming log fires, and a Tudor Christmas display in the...

Visitors can enjoy a day of festive entertainment and activities transforming the shopping centre into a magical wonderland. Featured attractions include The Enchanted Cabin, Window Wonderland, and a Snow Globe Ticket Grab. Guests can also experience The Magic of Christmas...

Visitors journey through illuminated Grade I listed woodland gardens featuring large-scale light installations, soundscapes, and dramatic theatrical scenes. The trail winds through lakeside and valley landscapes transformed by fire, shifting atmospheres, and artistic performances. An expanded festive village offers an...

Visitors can wander through the historic family home dressed in festive splendour with softly lit Christmas trees and Morris & Co. interiors. The seasonal displays bring playful storytelling to life, with patterns escaping from wallpapers and peacocks leaping from curtains....

Families embark on an immersive festive journey through magical settings including Santa's Post Office, The Toy Distribution Centre, and The Enchanted Forest before visiting Santa in his grotto. Every child receives a gift from Santa alongside a secret surprise from...

Visitors follow an enchanting illuminated pathway through historic gardens adorned with thousands of twinkling lights, scenic lakes, and romantic follies. Families can visit a charming Petting Manger to meet gentle animals in a softly lit stable setting. Throughout the evening,...

Families follow trail guardians Fern, Timber, and Pebble through twelve festive stops across countryside and woodland. Visitors sing, play, and explore the outdoors while uncovering Grandmother Nature's Twelve Days of Christmas song. The route passes lakeside scenery and play areas,...

Carnaby Street ushers in the festive season by switching on its colourful Christmas light installation themed around 90s nostalgia. Visitors can experience the iconic pedestrianised streets transformed under the seasonal glow alongside independent boutiques and dining spots. The 'Press Play...

Participants take a guided walking tour exploring London's festive illuminations and historic holiday sights. The route sets off from the Strand toward Trafalgar Square's Norwegian spruce, winds through St James's Street, passes Piccadilly Circus and Sir Christopher Wren's church, and...

Step into a magical winter wonderland at Illuminate Guildford, Surrey's premier light trail. Wander through a brand new route of captivating light installations set within the historic grounds of Guildford Castle. Enjoy festive treats like hot chocolate, mulled wine, and...

Journey into a festive Wonderland at Polesden Lacey this Christmas. The house and grounds are transformed with enchanting displays inspired by Alice's Adventures in Wonderland. Explore beautifully decorated rooms, follow a magical children's trail, and enjoy seasonal treats.

Step into a winter wonderland on the 'Magic Santa Express' train, journeying to the North Pole for a private meeting with Father Christmas. Discover new festive scenes, see live reindeer in Santa's Yard, and enjoy a thrilling VR sleigh ride....