Visit Plymouth Blog (Christmas) - Visit Plymouth

Discover all the excitement to be had at the Plymouth City Centre Christmas Lights Switch On on Thursday 14 November. 

Discover the festive fun happening at The Box this Christmas. 

Get ready for a busy week of Christmas events in Plymouth ceelrbating the start of the festive season!

The countdown to Christmas is on at Plymouth’s historic Royal William Yard, as it transforms into a winter wonderland with festive markets, places to shop and socialise, and illuminations throughout the site.  

This year, shoppers can even pick up a real Christmas tree, enjoy tunes from a Barbershop Choir, and get involved in a free family festive crafting session. With Christmas menus on offer and plenty of entertainment planned, there will be many opportunities to eat, drink and be merry.

Discover all you need to know about the Barbican Christmas Lights Switch on which takes place on Saturday 16 November.

Discover all you need to know about the Plymouth City Centre Christmas Lights Switch On on Thursday 14 November.

Find the best places to stay in Plymouth this Christmas while enjoying some retail therapy.

Take a look at some of the most magical Christmas Lights Displays to see in Plymouth.

Why not try something a little different this Christmas in Plymouth? 

November is upon us and while that may meaning shorter days and cooler nights it does mean that there is plenty of exciting events set to take place in Plymouth.

Celebrate the Christmas season in style with a cosy, festive-themed afternoon tea in Plymouth.

Make dreams come true this Christmas in Plymouth and meet Santa Claus himself! Santa will be appearing in various places across the city during the holiday season, promising to bring festive cheer and giving you the perfect opportunity to give him your Christmas gifts!