Tonbridge Rotary Christmas Festival - Tonbridge Castle

Celebrate the start of the festive season at Tonbridge

Christmas arrives in Tonbridge Sunday, 29 November, with the fun-packed Tonbridge Rotary Christmas Festival.

The celebrations begin at 1.45pm in the High Street with the arrival of Santa in his sleigh, travelling from the corner of Avebury Avenue and the High Street. Visitors can enjoy a fantastic selection of festive market stalls, delicious food and drink, and plenty of seasonal entertainment throughout the afternoon.

Road closures will be in place from 9.00am to allow for event set-up. Please follow signed diversions and allow extra time for your journey.

Santa's Grotto and live stage entertainment start at 2.00pm by the Watergate, featuring local music and theatre groups, panto stars, choirs, dancers and a host of festive performances.

Think you've got the best elf outfit in Tonbridge? Children and adults alike are invited to join the Best Dressed Elf Competition. Gather by the main stage at 4.00pm for your chance to be crowned Tonbridge's top elf and win a festive prize.

The festivities conclude with a spectacular firework finale over Tonbridge Castle at 5.40pm, providing the perfect end to a magical afternoon.

What better way to kick off the festive season in Tonbridge?