Salisbury City Council announces its Christmas 2025 events

Salisbury City Council is pleased to announce its line-up of events for the 2025 festive season, with Salisbury Market Place and Guildhall Square set to come alive with a variety of activities, offering something for everyone to enjoy.

Christmas Begins: 21 November 2025
Kick off the festive season in Salisbury at Christmas Begins! Enjoy live music, entertainment, festive stalls, and delicious food and drink, from 1pm – 8pm on Salisbury Market Place. It’s free entry and fun for all the family!

Christmas on the Square: 21 November – 31 December 2025
Join us during Christmas on the Square – a festive pop-up right in the heart of Salisbury! Meet Santa in his grotto, treat yourself to delicious food, relax in the bar with live music and entertainment on select days, and explore a charming selection of retail huts – all on the Guildhall Square.

Santa’s Grotto: 21 November – 24 December 2025
Santa has made time in his busy schedule to return to Salisbury this Christmas – come and meet him in his grotto! Capture the joy of Christmastime with a family photo and feel the excitement as your little one awaits a special moment with Santa himself. Each child will receive a wrapped gift to take home, straight from Santa’s workshop! Click here to pre-book your grotto tickets.

Sunday Festive Markets: 30 November, 7, 14, 21 December 2025
Get into the Christmas spirit with the Sunday Festive Markets – whether you are hunting for handcrafted gifts, seasonal treats, or simply want to soak up the lively atmosphere on Salisbury Market Place. Browse a wide range of stalls, showcasing unique goods and local traders! With markets running on the four Sundays before Christmas from 10am – 4pm, there are plenty of chances to explore the stalls, indulge in delicious food and drink, and find those special gifts for your loved ones.

Celebrate the festive season with Salisbury City Council and enjoy what Salisbury has to offer! For more information, please visit the What’s On page on the Salisbury City Council website.