Ellenborough Park Christmas Fireworks, Santa's Grotto & Real Reindeer 2026
Friday 18 December 2026
Enjoy a magical evening of festive family fun at Ellenborough Park near Cheltenham, with Santa's Grotto, real reindeer, Christmas market stalls and a spectacular musical firework display.
Meet Santa
Santa is coming to Ellenborough Park! Children will have the chance to meet Santa in his festive grotto, have their photograph taken and receive a small gift.
Meet Santa's Real Reindeer
Two real reindeer will be at Ellenborough Park from the time the gates open until 7pm, giving families the chance to see these beautiful Christmas visitors up close.
Please note: the reindeer will leave the event at 7pm, before the firework display begins.
Christmas Musical Fireworks
At 7.15pm, the skies above Ellenborough Park will light up for a spectacular 10-minute musical firework display, choreographed to a festive mash-up of Christmas favourites.
Christmas Market
Browse a selection of festive market stalls throughout the evening, with Christmas gifts, handmade crafts, seasonal treats and local traders.
Christmas Dubs
The Christmas Dubs will also be returning with their eye-catching festive vehicles, raising funds for The Grand Appeal, the Bristol Children's Hospital Charity.
Food, Drink & Funfair
A wide selection of food and drink will be available throughout the evening, including wines, champagne, spirits and soft drinks.
There will also be a selection of small funfair attractions for families to enjoy.
Event Times
- Gates open: 5pm
- Santa & real reindeer: 5pm – 7pm
- Funfair, food & Christmas stalls: 5pm – 8pm
- Reindeer depart: 7pm
- Musical firework display: 7.15pm
Tickets & Parking
Tickets must be pre-booked in advance. Tickets will not be available to purchase on the gate.
Parking is limited, so visitors are strongly encouraged to car-share wherever possible. Free parking is available for the event.
Stay at Ellenborough Park
Visitors wishing to make a night of it can also stay at Ellenborough Park. A 20% event discount on room prices is available using the promotional code Chase20.
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