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Christmas Events in Cheltenham 2024
Christmas is always a magical affair in Cheltenham.
The 2024 season officially kicks off on Saturday 23 November with the town centre 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.
For guaranteed festive fun plan a visit to the spectacular Cheltenham Ice Rink, returning to Imperial Gardens 29 November - 5 January and later enjoy a weekend of top-quality horse racing on Friday 13 & Saturday 14 December at the Christmas Meeting.
We also recommend you book your panto tickets, this year Tweedy and crew are starring in an all new adventure - Aladdin at the Everyman Theatre, whilst Jack and the Beanstalk will be delighting audiences at Cheltenham Playhouse. To kick off your New Year in style head to the New Year's Day Racing at Cheltenham Racecourse.
Keep popping back for more festive inspiration and plan your Christmas weekend in Cheltenham or winter weekend break with the help of our useful guides.
Downloadable Christmas events guide.