Christmas events

Start the countdown to the Festive Season

Start the countdown.....it is almost time for Christmas Lights to start brightening the winter skies around Carmarthenshire. Seeing the lights being switched on is a magical part of Christmas and really gets everyone in the Festive mood.

Llanelli Christmas lights switch on and Carnival is the biggest celebration in Carmarthenshire and thousands come out to line the streets to watch the Christmas parade and fireworks that signal the start of Christmas. Join in the fun on Friday 22 November.

On Saturday 23 November Carmarthen town and St. Catherine’s walk lights switch on takes place. Head to Ammanford Town Centre for annual Xmas Lights Switch On on 30 November.

Llanelli's Christmas parade is on Saturday 7 December you can meet Santa and his cast of colourful characters as Llanelli celebrates Christmas in style! Come and watch santa's parade of princesses, superheroes, bands and more begins at 12pm from Ffwrnes Theatre, with market stalls and live music throughout the day.

Magical Light Trail

Pembrey Country Park's Magical light trial is making a grand return, and it's even BIGGER & BETTER this year with a Christmas Village!

Best of all, it's absolutely FREE to attend (Event parking fee applies), so gather your loved ones and join us for a magical experience at the mesmerizing woodlands of Pembrey and get ready for the incredible surprise of meeting Father Christmas in his cosy woodland cabin! (booking and fee applies for Father Christmas visit)

Be sure to bring your festive spirit and a camera! Well behaved dogs on leads welcome.

Shopping- gift ideas

Christmas in Carmarthenshire is a shoppers dream with special events offering the opportunity to find something different, you are bound to find that a great stocking filler.

Get into the festive spirit as you browse the quality stalls from independent artists and craft makers in the 100% Sir Gâr pop -up shops they are full of festive cheer and gift ideas. Meet the makers and food producers from around Carmarthenshire in the pop-up shops in Carmarthen, Ammanford & Llanelli Town Centre. The pop up shop will open their doors from 4 December until 21 December.

Or head the Pop up shop in Llandeilo at the Old Market Hall, a venue with over 30 independent businesses all under one roof. Come and shop local this Christmas! 

More Christmas Events

You can find more Christmas events and Festive fun on our What's on pages.