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Event Description:

Christmas on the Cobbles 2026 comes to Aylesbury on Sunday 22 November across the town centre! Prepare to get into the festive spirit with live entertainment and fun for all ages; it’s the perfect way to get ready for this year’s magic! There’ll be plenty on offer for visitors to see and do with an exciting programme to enjoy, including:

• Friars Square Shopping Centre, 12-4:30pm

Crafts, games, face-painting from Zoomania, performances and activities, alongside Friars Square’s walkabout entertainers! Don’t forget to visit Santa in his grotto whilst you’re there!

• Kingsbury, 12-4:30pm

There’ll be funfair rides and walkabout entertainers to enjoy, plus Aylesbury Fire Station will be bringing two fire engines along for visitors of all sizes to explore.

• Selected town centre businesses, 12-4pm

We’re working with The Rockwood, The Grapes, The Flower Bar, Stories of Samosas and Café Zest (House of Fraser) to bring some extra festive magic with workshops available to book in advance for groups of family and friends!

• Market Square, 12-5pm

Our main stage, sponsored by Chiltern View Ice Rink, will be showcasing local talent all day long. There’ll also be some market stalls to help you along with your Christmas shopping and games to enjoy. Don’t forget to pick up your low-cost light-up merchandise at the Aylesbury Town Council tent too so you can get involved with the parade!

• Illuminated Parade, 5-6pm

Christmas is coming to town! Starting on the High Street with a low sensory viewing area for the parade, leading into Market Square with Santa in his sleigh, followed by our glittering swan, dance schools, panto stars and other local groups. Watch in wonder as the illuminated parade brings the season to life, followed by the Christmas lights switch on. Finished with a spectacular fireworks display.

• Afterparty, 6-8.30pm

For those who want to continue getting into the festive spirit, join us for the afterparty in partnership with Rococo Lounge to round off the evening.

Christmas on the Cobbles is brought to you by Aylesbury Town Council, with support from Chiltern View Ice Rink, Friars Square Shopping Centre, Bucks Radio, Hand Talking, BORG 4×4, Zoomania, Michael Anthony Estate Agents and more.

* Event details accurate at the time of publishing; please check the organiser's website for the latest updates.

Event Location:

Aylesbury Town Centre
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