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Christmas on the Square

21 Nov to 31 Dec 2025
Guildhall Square, Salisbury
Join the festive fun in the heart of the city this Christmas!

Santa's Grotto

Santa has made time in his busy schedule to return to Salisbury this Christmas – pop in and meet him in his grotto!

Opening hours:
21 Nov – 12 Dec:

Thu & Fri: 4pm – 7.45pm (walk-ins until 5.20pm)
Sat & Sun: 11am – 7.45pm (walk-ins until 5.20pm)
13 Dec – 23 Dec:
Daily: 11am – 7.45pm (walk-ins until 5.05pm)
24 Dec:
9.30am – 6.00pm (no walk-ins, pre-booking is required)

Capture family memories as your little one has a special moment with Santa himself. Each child will receive a wrapped gift to take home, straight from Santa’s workshop!

Entry: £6 + online booking fee; £6 walk-ins — pre-book for guaranteed entry at your preferred time!

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Street Food

Savour a variety of delicious street food and sweet treats!

Dates: 21 Nov – 31 Dec*

Opening hours:
Mon – Wed: 11am – 7pm
Thu – Sat: 11am – 8pm
Sun: 11am – 6pm

From bratwurst to Yorkshire pudding wraps, Charter 1227 Catering is dishing up a diverse menu you won’t be able to resist.

Craving something sweet? Symonds Event Catering offers a tempting selection of desserts, including crispy churros, donuts, crepes and hot chocolate.

*Please note the street food will be closed on 25 & 26 Dec.

Snow Globe Bar

Swing by the Salisbury Snowglobe bar to relax, unwind and enjoy a festive drink.

Dates: 21 Nov – 31 Dec*

Opening Hours:
Daily: 11am – 11pm

From wine, beer and festive drinks to tea, coffee and soft drinks, there’s something for everyone. Plus, live music and entertainment on select days.

*Please note the Snow Globe Bar will be closed on 25 & 26 Dec.

Operated by Columbia Events.

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Festive Retail Huts

Browse a charming selection of festive retail huts, nestled on the Guildhall Square right outside the Guildhall.

Dates: 21 Nov – 24 Dec

Opening hours:
Daily: 11am – 6pm

You may just find that gift you’ve been searching for!

Live music & Entertainment

Gingerbread man decorating & letters to Santa:
// 11am every Saturday from 21 Nov
// 11am every day from 18 Dec – 23 Dec
// £7 per child or free with purchase of 2 mulled wines (redeemable at later time/date)

Pub Quiz:
// Every Tuesday
// 7pm start — arrive early to secure your table!
// 1st Place: £50 Bar Tab
// 2nd Place: Bottle of Wine
// Grand Final – Monday 29th December: £500 CASH prize!

Salisbury Snowglobe music line-up in partnership with Salisbury Live:
21 Nov: 8pm – Firestar
22 Nov: 8pm – BandX
23 Nov:
2pm – Helmet Peter

28 Nov: 8pm – Solarbird
29 Nov:
8pm – 3MO
30 Nov:
2pm – Miss Lilli B

5 Dec: 8pm – Sleepwalker
6 Dec:
8pm – Break Cover
7 Dec:
2pm – In Colour

11 Dec: 7pm – Adult’s Silent Disco
12 Dec:
8pm – Tipsy Gypsy
13 Dec:
5pm – DJ; 8pm – ABBA Night
14 Dec:
2pm – Ribble

17 Dec: 8pm – The Junkyard Dogs
18 Dec:
8pm – Salisbury Live
19 Dec:
2pm – Michael Bublé Tribute; 8pm – Lucy Loves Liquor
20 Dec:
2pm – Sticky Toffee Jazz; 8pm – The Zucchinis
21 Dec:
2pm – Centerpiece
22 Dec: 2pm – Kings of Lounge; 4pm – Kid’s Silent Disco
23 Dec:
2pm – Evie; 5pm – DJ; 8pm – The Deloreons (trio)
24 Dec:
1pm – TBC; 8pm – So Uncool
25 Dec:
 Closed
26 Dec:
Closed

31 Dec: TBC

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