This festive season, Horsham District is the
place to be, full of sparkle, celebration, and community spirit.
With magical events, unique shopping experiences, and cultural delights, there’s something for everyone to enjoy while supporting local businesses and the wider economy.
Marvel at magical displays
Stroll through our high streets and admire the beautiful Christmas window displays, created by local businesses as part of our Christmas Magic Displays Competition. Vote for your favourite and you could win a festive treat to share with friends and family. Look out for the special window stickers to spot participating shops!
Explore local festive markets
Our local festive markets are bursting with seasonal charm. From handcrafted gifts to delicious local food and drink, there’s always something new to discover. Every purchase supports local traders and helps keep our high streets thriving..
Buy local, gift happy
Find details of local markets and events in Billingshurst, Henfield, Horsham, Pulborough, Southwater, Steyning and Storrington on our website.
Festive Fridays
Enjoy our Christmas Launch Party in collaboration with Your Horsham from 4pm to 9pm on Friday 21 November. The lights will be on across Horsham Town Centre and visitors can enjoy music, festive markets, late night shopping and our special one night only Christmas trail with prizes and much more. We are also expecting a visit from Father Christmas himself!
Don’t miss our extra special festive Friday Late on19 December with Beato Burrito Mariachi Band returning with unmissable festive spice for another year along with our fantastic food and drink stalls.
Over at Horsham Museum & Art Gallery, a festive Museum Late on Friday 19 December will bring music from Horsham Amateur Operatic and Dramatic Society. We invite you to explore the galleries decorated for the season from Tuesday 18 November. Visitors can take part in the Christmas themed family trail from Tuesday 2 December, and Christmas crafts on 20, 23 and 24 December.
Even more Christmas music
Christmas choirs will perform on the Carfax Bandstand every Saturday from 29 November to 20 December along with even more Sussex Sounds performances from our talented line up of local musicians.
A season of shows and screenings
Make the most of the festive season at The Capitol, where theatre and film shine bright. Take your seat in the Theatre for the spectacular pantomime Robin Hood (including a relaxed performance) or step into the Studio for the heart-warming family adventure of The Christmas Bunny (also with a relaxed performance) and a moving production of A Christmas Carol. Alongside these, enjoy a sparkling selection of the latest films and the enchanting screening of The Royal Ballet’s The Nutcracker, the perfect way to share the magic of Christmas with friends and family.
A district full of cheer
Whether you’re shopping, watching a show, exploring or enjoying a festive evening out, Horsham District offers a safe, welcoming, and joyful place to celebrate the season. Our retailers and events bring people together, support local jobs, and make our towns and villages a destination for holiday makers and shoppers alike
Plan your festive season
Find our festive markets and events here.
