East Cowes Christmas Celebrations
Get into the festive spirit with a community market featuring local and artisan traders, mulled wine, panto characters, music, and more!
What's On
Saturday 23 November - East Cowes Town Hall
Brought to you by East Cowes Town Council, get ready to celebrate with an enchanting Christmas market promising fun for all the family.
- Independent traders offering artisan crafts and gifts
- Free face painting
- Mulled wine, food and hot drinks
- Santa's Grotto, with free entry and presents for children
- Meet and greet with panto characters
Saturday 29 November - Kings Square
Gather your loved ones for Christmas carols around the tree, with the annual Christmas light switch on at 4.30pm with the Mayor of East Cowes!
Getting There
From Southampton: Sail over on our vehicle ferry service and arrive in East Cowes in one hour, a very short walk to the festivities.
By bus: Southern Vectis routes 4 & 5 serve East Cowes. Plan your journey here.
By car: Paid parking is available at Well Road Car Park, East Cowes, PO32 6SP.
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