Christmas 2022 in Southampton: What's on

There is plenty happening in the city to celebrate Christmas this year.

Although the annual German Christmas Market will not be returning to Above Bar Street, a range of events are on offer.

Southampton Christmas Market (Image: Newsquest)

Plus, the council is considering new options in light of the market’s absence, including alternative activities and attractions that would “complement the existing Christmas programme in the city”.

READ MORE: Christmas market WILL NOT return to the city this year, say organisers

Here’s what you can expect:

Visit Southampton events:

• Countdown to Christmas and lights switch-on– city centre – November 17, 5-7pm

• The Great Elf Investigation – Free family walking trail, November 25 – January 3

If you fancy some culture at Christmas a number of performances with many discounted tickets are taking place.

Exciting performances:

• Down The Rabbit Hole – MAST Mayflower Studies – December 9-24

• Goldilocks and The Three Bears – Mayflower Theatre – December 10-31

• Alice: A Musical Adventure in Wonderland – MAST Mayflower Studios – December 17-31

MAST Mayflower Studios (Image: MAST Mayflower)

• Snow White Adult Panto – The Stage Door – November 23 – December 23

• Merry F-ing Christmas – MAST Mayflower Studios – December 2

Festive fun in the city:

• Westquay will welcome back its popular ice rink for that really traditional Christmas feel.

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• Explore the city at Christmas with Visit Southampton’s free family walking trail and take advantage of the offers and discounts available through the SO card, free for residents to use.
• The Countdown to Christmas event is set to take place on Thursday, November 17 from 5pm to 7pm with roaming street theatre and entertainment.

Westquay ice rink (Image: Westquay)

A free switch-on event of the Christmas lights will also take place on this day.

Check the Visit Southampton website nearer the time for details.

• Santa may not be flying above the city centre this year but he will make an appearance at Tudor House.

Book your visit and find out more about what’s going on at Tudor House this Christmas at https://tudorhouseandgarden.com/christmas/

• You can also get festive at Southampton City Art Gallery and SeaCity Museum with Christmas activities for all the family, from wreath making to fun history talks.

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