Christmas Markets – Saturday 29 & Sunday 30th November, 11am – 5pm Cowbridge Town Hall
Now weather-proof and safely indoors at Cowbridge Town Hall!
Enjoy our festive markets filled with your favourite food, drinks, and gifts – perfect for a cosy Christmas shopping experience with family and friends!
Santa’s Grotto – Saturday 29 & Sunday 30th November, 11am – 5pm Cowbridge Town Hall
Step into the magic of Christmas and meet Santa himself in his beautifully decorated grotto inside Cowbridge Town Hall!
Perfect for families and little ones – create special memories, take photos, and soak up the festive cheer. Pre-booking is essential, please click the link below:
CLICK HERE TO BOOK SANTA’S GROTTO – SATURDAY 29 NOVEMBER
CLICK HERE TO BOOK SANTA’S GROTTO – SUNDAY 30 NOVEMBER
Entertainment Lineup – Sunday 30th November, 2pm – Main Stage outside Cowbridge Town Hall
Enjoy exclusive performances from school choirs, world-renowned vocalists, and beloved Welsh legends throughout the day — all guaranteed to fill you with Christmas spirit!
Reindeer Parade Returns to Cowbridge – Sunday 30th November, 3:30pm, Cowbridge High Street
We’re delighted to announce that live reindeer will once again star in this year’s parade!
A brand-new events team has taken the reins to ensure the parade captures the festive spirit and quality Cowbridge is famous for. It PROMISES to be the biggest yet! Following the parade, families are invited to enjoy Meet & Greets with the reindeer behind the Town Hall.
Cowbridge Laser Show – Sunday 30th November, 5pm, Cowbridge High Street
We’re thrilled that Cowbridge Community Events Group have organised a state-of-the-art Laser Show to follow the parade!
Watch as the sky is illuminated with stunning lasers, telling stories, paying tribute, and creating pure Christmas magic — a spectacular experience for all ages!
🍂 27 October – 23 November
Keep your eyes peeled as the town starts to sparkle with festive decorations and early Christmas window displays.
🎁 3–17 November: Star Making Workshops
📅 3 November – Star Making Workshop (1pm–4pm) – Holy Cross Parish Church
Get creative and make your own sparkling Christmas star to help decorate Cowbridge this festive season.
📅 10 November – Star Making Workshop (1pm–4pm) – Holy Cross Parish Church
Join our festive craft session and create a handmade star to light up the town this Christmas.
📅 17 November – Star Making Workshop (1pm–4pm) – Holy Cross Parish Church
A final chance to craft your Christmas star ahead of the big switch-on celebrations!
🎉 27–30 November: Christmas Launch Weekend
🏙️ 27 November – Late Night Shopping – Cowbridge High Street
The official start of the festive season! Enjoy street entertainment, choirs, open shops, and a magical atmosphere across Cowbridge.
🚜 27 November – Tractor Parade, Cawl & Festive Cheer – Hare & Hounds
A festive favourite! Watch the streets light up with a convoy of decorated tractors spreading Christmas cheer.
🎶 29 November – Taffs Well Community Choir – Holy Cross Parish Church
Enjoy the beautiful harmonies of this visiting choir as they fill Holy Cross with festive song.
🎉 29 November – Opening Ceremony – Holy Cross Parish Church
Join us for the official launch of the Cowbridge Christmas celebrations!
🎅 29–30 November – Christmas Grotto – Town Hall
Meet Santa and his elves inside the beautifully decorated Town Hall grotto.
🍴 29–30 November – Christmas Food Market – Town Hall
Tuck into festive treats, artisan produce, and seasonal goodies from local traders.
🙏 30 November – Advent Sunday (10:30am) – Cowbridge United Free Church
A special service to mark the beginning of the Advent season.
🍳 30 November – Breakfast with Santa – Bee & Bloom
A magical morning treat for families — breakfast, stories, and gifts with Santa himself.
🎄 30 November – Reindeer Parade Lunch – Hare & Hounds
A festive lunch experience to enjoy before the big parade.
🎁 30 November – Christmas Carols & Craft Stalls – Horse & Groom
Browse handmade crafts while enjoying live carols and mulled wine.
🦌 30 November – Pet a Reindeer – Following the Reindeer Parade
Meet Santa’s furry helpers up close — perfect for family photos!
🦌 30 November – Reindeer Parade (3:30pm) – Real Reindeer!
See the reindeer parade through Cowbridge alongside festive performers and floats.
✨ 30 November – Christmas Lights Switch-On (5pm) & Laser Show (5:15pm)
Gather in the town centre as Cowbridge lights up for Christmas — followed by a spectacular laser show!
🎅 1–7 December
🌿 1 December – Wreath Making – Hare & Hounds Bakery
Create your own beautiful Christmas wreath while enjoying coffee, cake, and festive tunes.
🎶 3 December – Cowbridge Rock Choir (2pm) – Holy Cross Parish Church
Enjoy an afternoon of festive favourites performed by the ever-popular Rock Choir.
🌿 3 or 4 December – Wreath Making with Pam Kay – Llanblethian Church Hall
Design a festive wreath under the expert guidance of local florist Pam Kay.
🎅 4–6 December – Santa’s Grotto – Bee & Bloom
Step into Santa’s cosy grotto for a magical family visit.
❓ 4 December – Becon Christmas Quiz (7:30pm) – Duke of Wellington
Test your festive knowledge and enjoy a fun night out with friends!
🍽️ 5 December – Christmas Cracker Lunch – The Bear
Enjoy a festive lunch menu in the heart of Cowbridge — perfect for groups and work get-togethers.
🎬 6 December – Cowbridge Community Cinema: “Elf” – Town Hall
Watch everyone’s favourite Christmas comedy on the big screen!
🍾 6 December – Bubbles, Baubles & Bears – The Bear
An evening of festive drinks, music, and cheer at The Bear.
🙏 6 December – Cowbridge Star Nativity In Holy Cross 6th Dec 6:30
🍳 7 December – Breakfast with Santa – Bee & Bloom
Another chance to share a magical morning meal with Santa and his elves.
👼 7 December – Becon Christmas Nativity (4:30pm) – Cowbridge Town Hall
A joyful family-friendly retelling of the nativity story.
✨ 8–14 December
⭐ 8 or 10 December – Make Your Own Willow Star – Penllyn Village Hall
Learn how to create your own festive willow star decoration.
🛍️ 11 December – Late Night Shopping – Cowbridge High Street
Shops stay open late once again — enjoy festive offers, carol singers, and street performers.
🎅 11–13 December – Santa’s Grotto – Bee & Bloom
Meet Santa and his elves for some Christmas magic.
🍸 11 December – Cocktails & Crackers (evening) – The Bear
Sip seasonal cocktails and enjoy a sparkling night out with friends.
🍾 12–13 December – Bubbles, Baubles & Bears (evening) – The Bear
Live music, drinks, and festive fun — Cowbridge’s favourite Christmas night out!
⭐ 13 December – Children’s Fun Star Making (10am–12noon) – Holy Cross Parish Church
A special morning of creative Christmas crafting for little ones.
🎅 13–14 December – Santa’s Grotto – Fablas
Meet Santa in the sweetest setting in town.
🍦 13 December – Fablas Christmas Experience (4pm–6pm) – Cowbridge
A magical afternoon filled with festive treats, fun, and surprises.
🎭 13–27 December – Cowbridge Panto: “Freezin’” – Town Hall
A magical retelling of the icy adventure — full of laughter, music, and festive spirit.
🎵 13 December – Live Music (evening) – Horse & Groom
Festive tunes, good company, and holiday cheer.
🍦 14 December – Fablas Christmas Experience (4pm–6pm) – Cowbridge
Another chance to join the Fablas festive fun!
🍳 14 December – Breakfast with Santa – Bee & Bloom
A final chance before Christmas to meet the man in red over pancakes and cocoa.
🎤 14 December – Christmas Open Mic – Costa Coffee
Show off your talent or cheer on local performers in this festive open mic event.
🎁 14 December – Elf on the Shelf – The Bear
Family fun with themed treats and festive mischief!
🙏 14 December – Carols by Candlelight (5pm) – Cowbridge United Free Church
A warm, reflective evening of carols and candlelight.
🎭 15–21 December
❓ 17 December – Christmas Quiz – Hare & Hounds
A festive edition of this much-loved local quiz night.
🎅 18–20 December – Santa’s Grotto – Bee & Bloom
Santa returns for his final week in Cowbridge — don’t miss out!
🎉 19 December – Schools Out Festive Party (evening) – The Bear
Celebrate the end of term in style — a night full of music, dancing, and holiday joy!
⭐ 20 December – Carols Under the Stars (6pm) – Holy Cross Parish Church
Sing along to your favourite carols beneath the winter night sky.
🍳 21 December – Breakfast with Santa – Bee & Bloom
A cosy morning with Santa just before he heads back to the North Pole.
🎶 21 December – Carols by Candlelight (6:30pm) – Duke of Wellington
End the weekend with traditional carols, candles, and festive community spirit.
🎅 22–28 December
🌿 22 December – Fresh Table Decoration Workshop – Holy Cross Parish Church
Create your own stunning Christmas table centrepiece using seasonal foliage.
🎅 22–23 December – Santa’s Grotto – Bee & Bloom
Final days to see Santa before Christmas Eve — perfect for last-minute letters and photos!
🏰 22 December – Carols in the Castle – with local churches
Enjoy carols in the atmospheric setting of Cowbridge Castle.
🎸 24 December – Music from Callum Richards – Hare & Hounds
Live festive music to start your Christmas celebrations.
🍻 25 December – Festive Drinks – Hare & Hounds
Raise a glass and toast Christmas Day with friends and neighbours.
🙏 25 December – Christmas Day Service – Beacon Church
Join together in celebration and reflection this Christmas morning.
🙏 25 December – CUFC joins Holy Cross for Morning Service
A united Christmas Day worship for all.
🎵 27 December – Live Music – Horse & Groom
Keep the festive spirit going with more live tunes and good cheer.
🎆 29 December – 4 January
🥂 31 December – Tasting Menu & Live Music – Hare & Hounds
Welcome the New Year in style with a celebratory evening of food, drink, and music.
🌟 Ongoing Throughout December
⭐ When You Wish Upon a Star – CUFC Youth Group Fundraiser
Support a great cause by donating or taking part in festive fundraising events.
💫 Memory Tree – Holy Cross Parish Church
Remember your loved ones by adding their name to a star on the Memory Christmas Tree.