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There’s always something happening in Salisbury!
Find out more about what’s on in the city on the Experience Salisbury website.
OCTOBER – DECEMBER
Armistice Day
Brought to you by Salisbury City Council and the Royal British Legion.
Date: Tuesday 11th November
Time: 11am
Location: War Memorial, Guildhall Square, Salisbury
Entry: Free
A small service to mark Armistice Day, which all are welcome to attend.
The Mayor of Salisbury, City Councillors, veterans, standard-bearers and the Royal British Legion band will be in attendance.
Date: Sunday 16th November
Time: 8am – 1pm
Location: Market Place, Salisbury
Entry: Free for buyers; Prices start at £6 for sellers
Car Boot Sundays give you the chance to clear out the cupboards and earn some money in the centre of Salisbury.
The popular Car Boot sales are returning for 2025, running every third Sunday of the month from February to November (except for June and October where they will be on the fifth and fourth Sunday respectively).
No need to book, just turn up on the day to be allocated a space on the Market Place. Spaces are allocated on a first come first served basis.
Open to sellers from 6.30am and to buyers from 8am to 1pm.
Entry prices start at just £6 for sellers and entry for buyers is free!
Date: Thursday 20th November
Time: Doors: 6.45pm; Talk starts 7.30pm
Location: The Guildhall, Salisbury
Entry: £18 + booking fee
One of the most accomplished exploratory mountaineers of all time. Simon Yates is best known for his role in the harrowing expedition to the Andes documented in Joe Simpson’s bestseller ‘Touching the Void’. Following that experience in Peru, Simon has been increasingly drawn to places where few others have trod.
This talk features spectacular images and film from some of the most remote and rarely visited mountain ranges of the world. From the Arctic to the Antarctic and Alaska to Central Asia – there is hardly a significant range that Simon has not visited.
“Simon is a totally engaging speaker, who both entertains and inspires.”
Doors open at 6:45pm – arrive early to grab a good seat and enjoy a drink from the bar before things get underway. The talk begins at 7:30pm and runs for around two hours, including a short interval.
This talk is suitable for a range of ages. Parental guidance is advised.
Christmas Begins
Date: Friday 21st November
Time: 1pm – 8pm
Location: Salisbury Market Place
Entry: Free
Kick off the festive season at Christmas Begins!
Enjoy live music and entertainment, browse the festive stalls, and indulge in delicious food and drink.
Plus, get ready for the opening of Christmas on the Square, which features Santa’s Grotto!
Bring your loved ones and celebrate the start of Christmas in Salisbury!
Date: Friday 21st November – Wednesday 31st December
Time: 11am – 10pm
Location: Guildhall Square, Salisbury
Entry: Free; Santa’s Grotto £6 (+ online booking fee)
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 festive retail huts.
Opening hours:
Retail Huts: 11am – 6pm
Snow Globe Bar: 11am – 10pm
Street Food: Mon – Wed 11am – 7pm; Thu – Sat 11am – 8pm; Sun 11am – 6pm
Santa’s Grotto: Click here for grotto opening hours.
NB: Christmas on the Square will open at 1pm on 21st November, at the start of Christmas Begins! Christmas on the Square will be closed on 25th & 26th December. The Retail Huts and Santa’s Grotto run from 21st November until 24th December only.
Date: Friday 21st November – Wednesday 24th December
Location: Guildhall Square, Salisbury
Entry: £6 + booking fee online; £6 walk-ins
Traditional meet & greet with Santa!
Santa has made time in his busy schedule to return to Salisbury this Christmas – pop in and meet him in his grotto this festive season!
Come and capture the joy of Christmastime by taking a family photo – don’t forget your camera – 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!
Pre-book for guaranteed entry at your preferred time!
Opening hours:
21 November – 12 December:
Thurs & Fri 16:00 – 19:45
Sat & Sun 11:00 – 19:45
13 December – 23 December:
Every day 11:00 – 19:45
24 December:
09:30 – 17:45
Star Trail
Date: Friday 21st November – Wednesday 31st December
Location: Salisbury City Centre
Entry: Free
Follow that star…explore the constellation of installations lighting up Salisbury’s medieval streets this Christmastime!
This accessible trail is fun for all the family, allowing lots of stops and pauses for photo opportunities.
A mix of ‘stellar’ art bejewelling our magical medieval streets, with an array of light-based projects. Make a wish upon a star, take a selfie by the Galactic Gateway and star-gaze in the High Street! All elements have been created, made and delivered by individuals from or with a connection to Salisbury.
You’ll be able to pick up a trail leaflet from Salisbury Information Centre from 21 Nov or click the link below to download the digital version.
This trail and its installations have been brought to you by Salisbury City Council, Salisbury BID and Experience Salisbury with support from the Wiltshire Towns Programme.
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Sunday Festive Markets
Date: 30th November, 7th, 14th & 21st December
Time: 10am – 4pm
Location: Market Place, Salisbury
Entry: Free
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 in the heart of the city, the Sunday Festive Markets have got you covered.
Browse a wide range of stalls, showcasing a variety of unique goods and local traders!
With markets running on the four Sundays before Christmas, there are plenty of chances to explore the stalls, indulge in delicious food and drink, and find those special gifts for your loved ones.
Date: Thursday 4th December
Time: Doors: 6.15pm; Talk starts 7pm
Location: The Guildhall, Salisbury
Entry: £20 – includes a copy of the book and a welcome drink
Join us for an evening with author Mark Dawson as he shares insights from his journey and his latest book in the Atticus Priest series, The Inheritance.
The programme will begin with a talk exploring Mark’s background and the inspirations behind his work. Guests will then have the opportunity to take part in an interactive Q&A session, followed by a book signing.
Doors open at 6.15pm – arrive early to grab a good seat and enjoy a drink from the bar before things get underway. The programme begins at 7pm and runs for around two hours, including a short interval.