Andover Christmas Festival 2024

Andover residents are in for a fabulous evening of festivities at the Andover Christmas Festival.

Taking place on Friday 22 November, 5pm to 8pm, Test Valley Borough Council, InAndover from Andover BID and Andover Town Council have been wrapping up a stocking full of surprises for the night.

With three main stages featuring a packed programme of performances, children’s activities, a Christmas market, street theatre and festive refreshments, there will be something for everyone to enjoy this year.

Andover High Street will be hosting the Guildhall Stage, where a line-up of local music acts will be treating everyone to a collection of Christmas songs and performances. Acts include choirs from local schools, community groups and popular bands.

Children will have the chance to visit the free face painting stand and take a spin on some fun fairground rides and the Christmas Lights will be switched on from the Guildhall at 7pm with special guests.

Those looking to start their Christmas shopping can visit the local shops and the Christmas Market where local businesses will be selling a variety of gifts; from original art to handmade jewellery and gin. The market will be filled with classic carols as local groups,  perform some festive favourites from the Bridge Street stage throughout the evening.

Refreshments will be available all of our fabulous restaurants and at Town Mills Riverside Park with food and drink stalls featuring freshly cooked street food, drinks, and sweet treats.

Live music will be performed at the Town Mills stage in the park area behind The Town Mills!

This year’s children’s activities can be found inside the Chantry Centre with more inforamtion to follow.

The popular Christmas Grotto will also be open for the first time in the Chantry Centre this year. Father Christmas will be flying in from the North Pole to the indoor garden, next to Boswell’s, and children will have the chance to meet him and collect a special gift. Tickets can be purchased at the entrance.

For anyone not able to meet Father Christmas on the night, the Grotto will be back open on various other dates throughout November and December, more details can be found at www.thechantrycentre.com.