Illustration of a snowy holiday village square with a lit tree, small felt figures in scarves, a snowman and string lights (Seaford Christmas Magic)

Seaford Christmas Magic

Visitors can browse a traditional Christmas market offering handmade crafts, unique gifts, and seasonal food and drink, alongside traditional fairground rides. Children can visit Father Christmas at Santa’s Grotto, while a live stage hosts performances by local choirs, schools, and community groups. The day also features a community lantern parade and the town Christmas lights switch-on.

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Plan Your Visit

Website / Tickets

seafordtowncouncil.gov.uk

When

Tickets

Free to attend. Santa’s Grotto is free of charge. No price is stated for fairground rides.

Hours

10am – Market, Grotto and Fairground Rides opens; 10.45am – Entertainment Stage Acts begins; 12pm – Lantern Workshop at the Mercread Youth Centre opens; 4.45pm – The Lantern Parade starts from the Mercread Youth Centre; 5.15pm – The Christmas Lights Switch on in Broad Street.

Food & Drink

The Christmas market offers seasonal food and drink.

Accessibility

The family activities and Lantern Parade are kept free and accessible to everyone.

Going?

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families and all-ages community outings

Vibe

Festive and communal

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Plan to visit the market, Grotto and rides as well as the stage, since each offers a different part of the programme.
  • If you want to join the lantern-making activity, head to the public workshop at Mercread Youth Centre.
  • Stay for the Lantern Parade and the Christmas lights switch-on to catch the evening’s community celebrations.
  • Market and food stall traders can enquire about taking part by emailing Xmasmagicmarket@gmail.com.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Free to attend.
  • Santa’s Grotto is free of charge.
  • Lantern workshops in local schools and care homes are free; a public workshop is also offered on the day.
  • Father Christmas appears at the event.
  • The Lantern Parade and Christmas lights switch-on take place on the event day.

Links & Contact

Website / Tickets

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Seaford Christmas Magic suitable for all ages?

Yes. The celebration welcomes residents and visitors of all ages, with activities for all ages.

What can children do at the event?

Children can visit Father Christmas at the Grotto, which is free, and take part in festive activities.

What can I find at the Christmas market?

Stalls offer Christmas gifts, handmade crafts, seasonal food and drinks.

Can visitors take part in making lanterns?

Yes. A public lantern workshop is held at the Mercread Youth Centre, alongside free workshops in local schools and care homes.

How can traders take part in the market?

Market and food stall enquiries can be made by email to Xmasmagicmarket@gmail.com.

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