Aldershot Christmas Cracker – Saturday 14 November
Aldershot’s Christmas Cracker returns on Saturday 14 November, bringing a festive atmosphere to the town centre from 12 noon until 5.30pm.
With more than 50 stalls selling handmade crafts, gifts and seasonal treats, there will be plenty to browse, alongside a street food area outside Princes Hall. Families can also enjoy Santa’s Grotto, a giant snow globe, street performers and live entertainment across two stages.
The celebrations culminate in the Christmas lights countdown and fireworks, making this a great way to start the festive season.
**Location:** Aldershot town centre **Time:** 12 noon–5.30pm **Entry:** Free
Farnborough Frost Fair – Saturday 21 November
One of the highlights of the local festive calendar, Farnborough Frost Fair takes place on Saturday 21 November, from 10am until 3.30pm.
Queensmead will host a festive market with more than 45 stalls offering artisan food and drink, handcrafted jewellery, Christmas decorations and seasonal gifts. There will also be plenty of family entertainment, including Santa’s Grotto, a giant snow globe, friendly donkeys, birds of prey, circus skills, street performers and activities for children.
With live music and performances across two stages throughout the day, it promises to be a lively celebration for all ages.
**Location:** Queensmead, Farnborough town centre **Time:** 10am–3.30pm **Entry:** Free
Fleet Christmas Festival – Wednesday 25 November
Fleet’s popular Christmas Festival returns on Wednesday 25 November, transforming Fleet Road and the surrounding town centre into a festive destination for the afternoon and evening.
Running from 2pm until 9pm, the event will feature more than 100 stalls selling Christmas gifts, decorations, food and drink, alongside a Kids Zone and entertainment on the Gurkha Square stage. The Christmas tree lights will be switched on at 6.30pm, following an appearance by the cast of this year’s Aladdin pantomime.
Families can also visit Santa’s Grotto at The Harlington between 2pm and 7.15pm. Tickets cost £9 per child, plus a £1 booking fee.
There will be a few other festive attractions to enjoy around Fleet too. Santa’s Post Office opens at Hart Shopping Centre on the same day, giving children the opportunity to write and post their Christmas letters with the help of Santa’s elves. This is free to visit and will also be open on selected weekends throughout November and December.
**Location:** Fleet Road, from the Oatsheaf to Church Road, including Gurkha Square and The Harlington **Festival time:** 2pm–9pm **Christmas tree lights:** 6.30pm **Entry:** Free, with charges for selected attractions
Please note that Fleet Road will be closed to traffic from 10am until 10.30pm.
Hart of Craft Market, Fleet – Friday 27 November
For those looking to discover something a little different, Hart Shopping Centre will host its monthly Hart of Craft Market on Friday 27 November, from 10am until 4pm.
The artisan market features handmade gifts, jewellery, beauty products and other creations, offering an opportunity to support local makers and find some thoughtful Christmas presents.
**Location:** Hart Shopping Centre, Fleet **Time:** 10am–4pm
Christmas Fantasia, Ash – Saturday 28 November
Ash’s Christmas Fantasia takes place at The Ash Centre on Saturday 28 November, from 1pm until 4.30pm.
The Christmas market will bring together local charities, community organisations and businesses, with stalls offering gifts, seasonal treats and festive activities. Entry is free, and the event provides a lovely opportunity to support local groups while enjoying the start of the Christmas celebrations.
Following the market, residents are invited to gather for community carol singing with the Ash Vale Ensemble at 4.30pm. Father Christmas will then make a special appearance to switch on the village Christmas tree lights.
**Location:** The Ash Centre, Ash Hill Road, Ash **Time:** 1pm–4.30pm **Entry:** Free
Yateley Christmas Market and Lights Switch-On – Saturday 28 November
Yateley will also be getting into the festive spirit on Saturday 28 November, with its Christmas Market and Christmas lights switch-on, organised by Yateley Lions and Yateley Town Council.
Taking place at Church End Green, near the Dog and Partridge on Reading Road, this community event is a chance to enjoy the seasonal celebrations and support local organisations.
The council has yet to confirm the opening times and full programme, so it is worth checking for updates before visiting.
**Location:** Church End Green, Yateley **Date:** Saturday 28 November **Times:** To be confirmed
Church Crookham Christmas Fayre – Saturday 28 November
There is another opportunity to enjoy some local festive shopping in nearby Church Crookham, where the Parish Council’s Christmas Fayre takes place on Saturday 28 November.
The community event runs from 12 noon until 4pm at Church Crookham Community Centre, providing another chance to browse seasonal stalls and enjoy the build-up to Christmas.
**Location:** Church Crookham Community Centre, Boyce Road **Time:** 12 noon–4pm
Odiham Christmas Extravaganza – Sunday 29 November
Odiham’s Christmas Extravaganza takes place on Sunday 29 November, bringing festive activity to the village High Street from 1pm until 6pm.
Visitors can browse a variety of gift and craft stalls, enjoy food and drink and take in the entertainment from local choirs, a brass band and other performers. There will also be funfair rides, whilst local shops, restaurants and pubs will be open to welcome visitors.
With its independent shops and attractive High Street providing the setting, it promises to be an enjoyable way to spend a Sunday afternoon, finding a few Christmas gifts along the way.
**Location:** Odiham High Street **Time:** 1pm–6pm **Entry:** Free
West Green House Christmas Light Trail – Late November and December
West Green House near Hartley Wintney and Hook is also a lovely local destination for a festive outing, with the Christmas light trail enchanting the beautiful gardens as the evenings draw in.
The illuminated displays and seasonal setting make this an exciting modern Christmas event, particularly for those looking for a festive family experience.
Visitors should check the West Green House website for the 2026 dates, ticket availability and booking information.
**Location:** West Green House, Thackham’s Lane, near Hartley Wintney
December Christmas Markets and Festive Events
Brocante de Noël at West Green House – Thursday 3 December
For those looking for an elegant occasion offering something a little different, West Green House near Hartley Wintney and Hook will host Brocante de Noël on Thursday 3 December, from 11am until 3pm.
This decorative antiques and vintage fair will feature an interesting selection of furniture, home accessories, garden pieces, textiles, handmade treasures, wreaths and seasonal decorations. Visitors can also enjoy access to the gardens and courtyard café.
It’s the perfect opportunity to find a unique Christmas gift, or something that adds a little character to your home’s festive setting.
**Location:** West Green House, Thackham’s Lane, near Hartley Wintney **Time:** 11am–3pm **Entry:** £12 before midday; £8 after midday
Farnborough Christmas Craft Fayre – Saturday 5 December
Queensmead is looking forward to welcoming local crafters on Saturday 5 December for Farnborough’s monthly craft fayre.
Running from 9am until 4pm, it is a good opportunity to browse handmade products and discover something a little different while supporting local makers.
**Location:** Queensmead, Farnborough **Time:** 9am–4pm
Yateley Industries Christmas Fair – Saturday 5 December
Yateley Industries will be holding its Christmas Fair on Saturday 5 December, from 11am until 3pm.
With free entry, visitors can browse Christmas gifts and crafts, enjoy food and drink, listen to Christmas carols and visit Santa’s Grotto. The fair also offers an opportunity to support Yateley Industries and the valuable work it does within the local community.
**Location:** Yateley Industries, Mill Lane, Yateley **Time:** 11am–3pm **Entry:** Free
Christmas in the Park, Hook – Sunday 6 December
Hook’s Christmas in the Park takes place at Hartletts Park and the Community Centre on Sunday 6 December, from 12 noon until 4pm.
Organised by Hook Parish Council, the event will bring together Christmas shopping stalls, seasonal food and drink and a festive community atmosphere. It is another opportunity to find local gifts, enjoy some Christmas treats and join in with the village celebrations.
**Location:** Hartletts Park and Hook Community Centre **Time:** 12 noon–4pm
Santa’s Sleigh and Christmas Float Tours
One of the highlights of December for many local families is the arrival of Santa’s sleigh, with several Lions groups arranging visits to neighbourhoods across the area in the run-up to Christmas.
Hook, Odiham and Hartley Wintney Lions – 1 to 20 December
The Hook, Odiham and Hartley Wintney Lions will be taking Santa’s sleigh around local neighbourhoods from Tuesday 1 December.
The tour begins in Hartley Wintney, visiting estates between 1 and 3 December, before moving on to Odiham on 7 and 14 December and Hook between 8 and 17 December. Santa will also be at Tesco in Hook from 18 to 20 December.
Most visits take place between 5.15pm and 8pm, giving families the chance to see Santa and enjoy the festive atmosphere as the sleigh makes its way around the local streets.
**Areas covered:** Hartley Wintney, Odiham and Hook **Dates:** 1–20 December **Typical times:** 5.15pm–8pm
Fleet Lions Christmas Float – 4 to 24 December
Fleet Lions will also be bringing festive cheer to neighbourhoods across Fleet with their annual Christmas float, touring the town from Friday 4 December through to Christmas Eve.
Santa will visit a different area on most evenings, generally between 6pm and 8pm. The tour starts with visits to Hartland Village and Azalea Gardens on 4 December, before continuing around the town, with the final visit scheduled for Tavistock Road on Christmas Eve.
There will be no float on 8 or 9 December, so it is worth checking the full rota to find out when Santa is expected in your neighbourhood.
**Dates:** 4–24 December, excluding 8 and 9 December **Typical times:** 6pm–8pm
For both sleigh tours, the organisers publish detailed street-by-street schedules, so residents can check when Santa is due to visit their area.
Enjoy the Festive Season!
We think you’ll agree that one of the best things about this time of year is how everyone across our local communities comes together to celebrate Christmas. However you plan to spend time with your friends and family, we wish you a very happy start to the festive season.
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