Time: 11am-5pm
Lights Switch-On Ceremony: From 4.30pm
Location: Market Place and Westgate
Get ready for an unforgettable day of festive fun and entertainment for all ages at Grantham’s Christmas Fayre!
Here’s what’s in store for this magical day:
Craft Market
Discover over 35 unique stalls, each offering handmade gifts, seasonal treats, and beautiful crafts—perfect for finding that one-of-a-kind Christmas gift!
Gingerbread Trail
In partnership with Simon Kieffer from Outwood CIC, discover 16 charming wooden gingerbread characters. Decorated by local primary schools and community groups, figures will be displayed in shops and businesses, creating a delightful trail through the town.
Start your adventure at the Outwood CIC stall in Market Place, where you can collect a free map to guide you. As you wander through the town, spot each gingerbread character and gather the hidden words to complete the festive word search.
Once you’ve completed the trail, return to Outwood CIC to claim a small treat as a reward for your holiday adventure. You’ll also have the chance to enter a free prize draw to win a family ticket to this year’s Guildhall Arts Centre pantomime, Beauty and the Beast, or a Watkins & Sons voucher!
Last entry to the trail is 4.30pm.
Community Pop-Up Choir
Join our Pop-Up Choir in collaboration with Elaine Bishop! This free experience invites everyone to learn a festive song, complete with harmonies, and perform live on stage. No experience needed—just bring your holiday spirit! More details on how to register your interest will be available soon.
Food & Drink Stalls
Enjoy a taste of the season with food and drink stalls offering a variety of delicious bites and seasonal treats.
Community Stage Performances
Experience live entertainment throughout the day, with performances by:
- 11am–11.20am - Grantham School of Dancing
- 11.30am–11.45am – Polka Dot Pantomimes – Guildhall Pantomime Cast
- 11.50am–12.10pm - Elf Antics Children’s Show
- 12.20pm–12.35pm – MJH Productions
- 12.45pm–1pm - Hermione Johnson
- 1.10pm–1.30pm - Sam Bickmore
- 1.45pm–2pm - Rock Vox Academy
- 2.10pm–2.20pm - Pop-Up Choir
- 2.30pm–2.50pm - The Winter Princesses
- 3pm–3.20pm - Hayes Theatre
- 3.30pm–3.50pm - Rock Choir
- 4pm–4.30pm – Ultra 90s
- 4.30pm–4.45pm - Lights Switch On Ceremony
- 4.45pm–5pm – Ultra 90s Finale
Fun Fair
Wide Westgate will be transformed into a traditional fun fair with rides and carnival favourites.
Entertainment & Activities
We’ve filled the day with festive fun for all the family! Activities include:
- Elf Antics Performances
- Elf Bubble & Balloon Entertainers
- Santa’s Grotto with a free photo service
- Snow Globes – step inside for a magical photo moment!
- Winter Princesses with performances, photo opportunities, and crown-making workshops
- Christmas Crafts with Hannah Peacock
- Level-Up Gaming Bus and 360 Disco Booth
- Festive Face Painter
- Wood Crafts with Simon Kieffer from Outwood CIC
- Vintage Fair Rides and Fire Engines
The event is proudly supported by Lincolnshire Fire Aid, who will be showcasing their collection of vintage fire engines for all to explore. They will also be accepting donations on the day, so please consider contributing to this worthy cause while enjoying the display and activities.
More Festive Fun!
Alongside the Fayre, enjoy:
• Garden Yard Christmas Market: 10am–3pm
• St Wulfram’s Church Christmas Tree Festival
• Guildhall Arts Centre Pantomime – Beauty and the Beast: 1pm & 5pm
• Union Street Gallery Hub: Official Launch Day – From 10am
Stay tuned: more information will be added here in the coming weeks, so keep an eye out for exciting updates!
Parking
There is free parking in SKDC car parks on the day.
Road Closures
To ensure a safe and enjoyable event, the following roads will be closed from 6am-9pm on Sunday 1st December:
- Market Place
- Conduit Lane (part of - junction of Greyfriars)
- Narrow Westgate
- Wide Westgate
- Guildhall Street (part of - junction of Greenwood’s Row)
- Welby Street
Parking bays and taxi ranks in the above areas are also closed; however the taxi ranks on St Peter’s Hill & Wharf Road will be open.
