When are the Cheltenham Christmas events?
Experience Cheltenham at Christmas this year from Saturday 23 November to 5 January 2025.
What to expect in Cheltenham at Christmas
Christmas is always a magical affair in Cheltenham, with numerous festive launch parties, Christmas markets, thousands of beautiful twinkly lights, pantos and exciting race meetings at the Home of Jump Racing – Cheltenham Racecourse.
The season officially kicks off on the 23 November with the Christmas Countdown, The Brewery Quarter Christmas Party and the Christmas Lights Switch On at Pittville Pump Room, all featuring free live festive performances to the background of thousands of beautiful, twinkly lights. The spectacular undercover Cheltenham Ice Rink returns to Imperial Gardens, from 29 November to 5 January.
For full details of the bumper programme of seasonal activities taking place across the Regency town visit Guide to Christmas Events in Cheltenham.
How to get to Cheltenham
Getting to Cheltenham is easy. Direct trains run to Cheltenham Spa from where it’s just a 15-minute walk or a short bus ride into town. Add a PlusBus Cheltenham ticket when you buy your train ticket for a day’s unlimited bus travel around town.
Things to see and do in Cheltenham
See the very best of Cheltenham. There’s plenty to do in this historic town with top attractions including the Cheltenham Racecourse. You might also want to visit the beautiful Pittville Park as well as The Wilson museum and gallery.
Discover what to do in Cheltenham.
So, why not make the most of your trip and see what the area has to offer; if you want to stay the night there are over 120 hotels in Cheltenham.
Discover more at VisitCheltenham.com.