🎄 Christmas in Gravesham 2025: Your Guide to the Best Festive Events
The festive season is in full swing, and Gravesham is bursting with brilliant events throughout December. Whether you want family fun, festive shopping, a magical theatre experience, or creative Christmas workshops, there’s something for everyone right on your doorstep.
Here’s our festive guide to what’s happening around the borough this December.
🎭 Cinderella – The Big Christmas Pantomime at The Woodville
The Woodville’s pantomime is a long-standing Gravesham Christmas tradition — and this year they’re bringing the magic of Cinderella to the stage.
Expect dazzling costumes, laugh-out-loud comedy, larger-than-life characters and plenty of audience participation. A must-see for families!
🗓 5th December 2025 – 4th January 2026
📍 The Woodville, Woodville Place, DA12 1DD
🎟 Great for: Families, children, grandparents, festive date nights
🎅 The Toy Workshop at Millbrook Garden Centre
Step inside the elves’ workshop! This immersive Christmas experience lets children help the elves, make festive crafts, enjoy interactive activities, and meet Father Christmas.
Millbrook also offers Gentle & Inclusive sessions for those who prefer a calmer environment.
🗓 6th, 7th, 13th, 14th, 20th–24th December
📍 Millbrook Garden Centre, Southfleet, Gravesend
🎟 Great for: Families with children aged 3–8 (all ages welcome)
🌿 Festive Craft Workshops Across Gravesham
If you’re feeling creative this December, you’re spoilt for choice! Local venues are hosting a range of fun festive workshops, including:
- Christmas wreath-making
- Bauble & candle decorating
- Gingerbread biscuit workshops for kids
- Make-your-own table centrepieces
- Seasonal floral design classes
Perfect for gifts, decorations, or just a cosy festive activity with friends.
🗓 All month
📍 Venues across Gravesham & nearby villages
🎟 Great for: Crafters, couples, groups of friends
🎄 Christmas Markets & Local Shopping Events
Support local this Christmas at one of Gravesham’s festive markets. Expect handmade gifts, artisanal food, street performers, hot chocolate stalls and Christmas music to set the scene.
Markets and pop-ups include:
- Independent craft stalls
- Food & drink merchants
- Handmade decorations
- Local artists and makers
- Winter gift fairs
🗓 Various weekends in December
📍 Gravesend Town Centre & community venues
🎟 Great for: Thoughtful gift shopping & festive browsing
🎶 Christmas Concerts & Carols by Candlelight
Get into the seasonal spirit with a beautiful lineup of musical events:
- Community choirs performing festive classics
- School Christmas concerts
- Carols by candlelight in local churches
- Brass band performances
- Seasonal music evenings at The Woodville
A perfect way to unwind and enjoy the magic of Christmas.
🗓 Throughout December
📍 Churches & venues across Gravesham
🎟 Great for: Families, couples, festive nights out
🎉 Community Christmas Fun Day
A warm, friendly community event with festive activities and a lovely local atmosphere. Organised by Gravesham Borough Council.
🗓 Saturday 13th December
📍 The Lounge, Longferry Court
🎟 Great for: Local residents, families & neighbours
🎁 Make the Most of the Festive Season
Here are our top tips for December in Gravesham:
- Book early for the panto and Millbrook experiences — they sell out quickly
- Support local businesses at the town’s Christmas markets
- Wrap up warm — lots of outdoor events this month
- Make memories — December always goes quickly, so plan a few special outings
🏡 From All of Us at M&M Estate Agents
We’re proud to be part of such a vibrant and welcoming community. Whether you’re celebrating Christmas in a new home or enjoying the season with loved ones, we wish you a December full of warmth, joy and festive fun.
If you’re thinking about moving in the New Year — buying, selling or letting — our friendly team is here when you need us.
We are here and ready to help in any way we can. 🧑💼
☎️ Call: 01474 321957
📧 Email: sales@mandmprop.co.uk