Brighton festive family guide

Christmas events for kids 2026 in Brighton & the Sussex Coast

Meet Santa, explore light trails, browse festive markets and enjoy family shows across Brighton & the Sussex Coast. From historic streets to countryside days out, find the best Christmas plans for the whole family — with dates, ages and prices in one place.

  • 7 events across Brighton & the Sussex Coast
  • Updated 10 October 2026

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7 Christmas events in Brighton

7 family Christmas events across 5 venues in Brighton & the Sussex Coast. The first is on Friday 4 December, and Christmas Day falls on Friday 25 December, with 3 of them on Christmas Eve.

8–9 Dec

Dear Santa Live

Santa's grotto · Shows & storytelling

  • Worthing Connaught Theatre & Studio, Worthing
  • Ages 1+
  • Indoor
Booking quickly across Brighton & the Sussex CoastMany Christmas events sell out early — book soon to avoid disappointment.

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Planning Christmas in Brighton

Where can we meet Santa in Brighton?

7 Santa's grottos are listed in Brighton.

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What Christmas events are there for toddlers in Brighton?

7 events in Brighton suit toddlers aged 1 to 4.

What pantos and Christmas shows are on for kids in Brighton?

2 pantos and Christmas shows are on for kids in Brighton.

What Christmas events are there for babies in Brighton?

5 events in Brighton welcome babies under one.

What's on for kids on Christmas Eve in Brighton?

Christmas Eve falls on Thursday 24 December this year, and 3 events in Brighton are on that day.

Are there indoor Christmas events for kids in Brighton?

7 events in Brighton are indoors — handy if the weather turns.