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A Christmas to remember…

Get ready for a magical festive season like never before. Christmas in Bournemouth is back with our biggest and best celebration yet, packed full of sparkle, joy and unforgettable moments for the whole family.

Wander through our biggest ever Christmas Market, take in the sights at the new and improved Christmas Tree Wonderland, enjoy a skate on the stunning open-air Ice Rink, and relax with a festive drink at the cosy Alpine Lodge Bar.

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The Christmas Market

Discover the magic of the Bournemouth Christmas Market, where you can stroll through traditional festive chalet huts filled with unique gifts and local crafts. Enjoy seasonal food favourites like the famous Yorkshire pudding wrap, and soak up the atmosphere in the Alpine Lodge, home to festive nights out, live music and family-friendly craft classes.

The Ice Rink

Whether you're a 'Dancing on Ice' champion, a total newbie or just about anything in between, you can be sure to find some festive cheer on the surface of our 100% Real Ice Rink. Take a spin around the centre ice or enjoy the views around the Xmas Tree Skate Path. Finished on the ice? Head inside to Moguls Bar and enjoy all of your festive favourites in a gorgeous Christmas setting.

Xmas Tree Wonderland

Step into the sparkle of Bournemouth’s Christmas Tree Wonderland, returning bigger and better for 2025. Explore a brand new Santa’s Workshop experience, wander through the enchanting Christmas Tree Maze, and enjoy stunning new light installations and festive displays across the gardens. A magical must-see as part of your Christmas in Bournemouth visit.

Visit Bournemouth

Once you’ve explored the Christmas Market, skated on the ice rink and wandered through the Christmas Tree Wonderland, why not discover everything else Bournemouth has to offer? From festive theatre shows and family attractions to award-winning restaurants, cosy hotels and winter walks by the sea, it’s all here waiting to make your Christmas in Bournemouth truly unforgettable.

Take a look around...

Take a look around...

Crowd at a Christmas market at night with wooden stalls decorated with lights, a Christmas tree, and a large illuminated cone structure in the background.
Crowd of people at a Christmas market at night, surrounded by illuminated arches, with a Christmas sign in the background.
Crowd at a festive outdoor market with wooden stalls decorated with string lights, surrounded by buildings under a blue sky.
Crowd of people at a Christmas outdoor market at night, with festive wooden stalls decorated with lights and garlands, and signs reading 'Churros,' 'Roast,' and 'Merry Christmas.'
Christmas market scene at night with illuminated Christmas tree, crowded booths, festive lights, and a historic building with the sign 'Bobby's' in the background.
Group of people, including a woman dressed as an elf and a woman in a blue costume, posing together outside a festive holiday display during Christmas time, with children and other pedestrians nearby.
A crowded outdoor night market with Christmas decorations, stalls, and many people enjoying the festive atmosphere.
Five women sitting on a bench inside a cozy wood-paneled room, celebrating with champagne glasses, with a decorated Christmas tree and a window in the background.
Aerial view of a seaside amusement park with a Ferris wheel, a pier, and the beach, surrounded by trees and buildings.
A family stands in front of a holiday photo frame at Bournemouth Christmas Market, with festive lights and decorations, including Christmas trees and large ornaments, in the background.
Festive indoor bar decorated for Christmas with a large decorated Christmas tree, string lights, and holiday wreaths, filled with people socializing.
Christmas market at night with festive lights, a large illuminated Christmas tree, wooden stalls, and fireworks in the sky.
Colorful ceramic Mexican-style plates and dishes with vibrant patterns and floral shapes displayed on a table.
Decorated wooden Christmas stall with string lights, green garland, red and gold ornaments, and a sign that reads "Merry Christmas El Murrino and a happy New Year".
A crowded outdoor Christmas market at night with decorated trees, illuminated star and cone-shaped lights, wooden stalls, and people shopping and walking around.
People gathered at a festive outdoor event, socializing and enjoying drinks. A man in a gray jacket and a young girl in a yellow jacket are smiling and sharing a moment. Others are seated at tables with holiday gift bags and drinks around them.
A lively outdoor Christmas market at night with decorated Christmas trees, festive lights, wooden stalls, and crowds of people shopping and socializing.
Four people sitting inside a small glass booth at a bar, holding drinks and smiling, with skis hanging outside the booth.
Four men standing at an outdoor bar, each holding a glass of beer, smiling and socializing, with city buildings and trees in the background.
Neon sign with green text that reads 'Don't get yourself in a twist' on a wooden wall with a blurred Christmas tree and red ornaments in the foreground.
A market stall displaying various winter hats, including fur-lined beanies, animal print and patterned beanies, and colorful knit caps.
Night scene of a busy outdoor Christmas market with illuminated stalls, a crowd of people, a decorated Christmas tree, and buildings in the background.
A city square at night with a crowd of people, decorated with illuminated Christmas trees and market stalls.
A smiling man and woman sitting closely together at a wooden bar or restaurant, with several other people in the background, some talking and others looking away, in a cozy, dimly lit setting.
Crowd of people gathered at an outdoor bar called Alpine Lodge Bar, decorated with string lights, during nighttime
A festive outdoor hot chocolate stand decorated with Christmas garland and ornaments, with a sign that reads 'Hot Chocolate' and a crowd of people in front.
Person wearing a gray hoodie with a logo that says 'El Murrino Italian Kitchen' with an Italian flag background.
A Christmas decorated wooden wall with a sign that reads 'Yorkshire Roasts Wraps' and includes a festive message wishing a 'Happy New Year,' surrounded by a green garland with red and gold ornaments.
Person slicing a Margherita pizza on a wooden board with a curved pizza cutter.
Assorted flavors of fudge in a bakery display, labeled as Mint & Choc, Coconut, Vanilla, and Salted Caramel.
Close-up of three jars of cherry preserves on a wooden shelf, with labels indicating different flavors, including hot garlic and smoky tomato & grilled onion.
A young girl with light brown hair wearing reindeer antlers headband, seen from behind, looking at a festive outdoor market stall decorated with Christmas garland lights and a sign that reads 'El Murrino' in the background.
Cheddar cheese with whiskey in a wooden crate, labeled as 200 grams, from Anderson's Cheese Company.
Display of assorted chocolate-covered desserts, some topped with chopped nuts and others drizzled with white chocolate, arranged in rows.
A display of various Christmas ornaments, including gingerbread men, Santa figures, wreaths, and an elf doll, arranged on hooks on a wall.
Aerial nighttime view of a city park decorated for the holidays with a large lit-up Ferris wheel, Christmas trees, and holiday lights, with people walking around and city buildings in the background.
Colorful beaded hanging ornaments with decorated elephants and pom-poms.
A collection of Christmas ornaments shaped like children in red and white Santa hats and outfits, gathered around a decorated Christmas tree with presents and holly accents.
Night scene at Bournemouth Christmas Market with festive lights, wooden stalls, and people shopping and socializing. A large illuminated Christmas tree is visible in the background.
A buffet table with various bowls of olives, pickles, and appetizers, some labeled with signs like 'Spicy Special' and 'Red Peperillo'
Nighttime holiday market with illuminated Christmas trees and festive decorations, crowded with people browsing wooden market stalls.
Two cups of beer with ice on a bar counter, illuminated by warm lights in the background.
Three women sitting inside a large red ornament-shaped holiday decoration, smiling and holding red mugs, at a festive outdoor holiday market at night.
Night scene of a festive Christmas market with illuminated trees, market stalls, and people walking and sitting at outdoor tables.
A food tray with grilled chicken, sausage, fries, and fruit, held by a person wearing a black textured sleeve, outdoors near green pine tree branches.
People ice skating at an outdoor rink in the late afternoon, surrounded by trees and urban buildings.