Christmas in Wimbledon Village
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Wimbledon Village is getting the full Christmas treatment, with festive markets, fairground rides, Santa's Grotto and plenty to keep the kids busy. There's even a horseback parade featuring Santa and his elves, before everyone gathers for carols and the Christmas tree lights switch-on. A lovely excuse to spend the day in the Village and get a head start on the Christmas shopping.
Christmas in Wimbledon Village 2026
Time: 10am to 5pm
Cost: Free event and Christmas crafting workshop. Other activities may have a small charge.
Location: Wimbledon Village High Street and surrounding venues, Wimbledon, London
Booking: Some activities require advance booking, opening Friday 13 November 2026.
More information: Christmas in the Village 2026
What's happening?
Organised by Wimbledon Village Business Association in aid of local charity Wimbledon Guild, this festive celebration takes over the Village with activities throughout the day.
The High Street Christmas Market runs from 10am to 3pm, with another market at the Village Hall on Lingfield Road from 10.30am to 3.30pm. There'll also be fairground rides running until 5pm.
For children, there's plenty happening beyond the shopping. Santa's Grotto opens at Mason's Yard from 10am to 4.30pm, while the Rose & Crown hosts face painting and a small animal petting farm with rabbits, guinea pigs and ferrets.
Wimbledon Museum is running a free Christmas crafting workshop from midday until 5pm, and there are festive storytelling sessions, Monkey Music and balloon-modelling shows to look forward to.
Don't miss the parades and Christmas lights
The classic car parade travels along the High Street at 11am, followed by Santa and his elves on horseback at 1.30pm, setting off from Wimbledon Village Stables.
The day finishes at 5pm with the Christmas tree lights switch-on at the Village War Memorial, accompanied by singalong carols, complimentary mulled wine and mince pies. A rather nice way to round off a day of Christmas shopping.
Booking and planning your visit
Festive storytime, Monkey Music sessions and Miss Ballooniverse's balloon-modelling shows all require advance booking. Reservations open on Friday 13 November, so keep an eye on the official event programme for booking details and any additional activities.
