Christmas Island + Festive Fringe

Come and join us down at The Illuminated Island as we kick start the 2023 festive season…

For the third year running, come and experience the banks of the River Avon spectacularly lit up, bringing some twinkling magic to the heart of Chippenham.

The event is produced and managed by local Creative Event Production company Melt Productions in partnership with Chippenham Town Council.

Alongside the lights, this years’ focal point will be the beautiful wooden Roundhouse; a cosy, heated, wooden structure – the perfect spot to enjoy our jam-packed roster of entertainment as well as some well-earned ‘Hygee’.

New for this year, we have carefully curated a full schedule of Festive Fringe entertainment, including live Music, Comedy, Cabaret, Cinema Screenings, Workshops, and even a Festive Quiz!

Our infamous Aprés Ski Bar will return, serving up delicious Hot and Cold Drinks, Mulled Wine and wintery Cocktails, alongside some of the South West’s top-notch Food Vendors.

This year’s event runs from Thursday 14th – Sunday 17th December (inclusive) down at The Island, Monkton Park (just over Town Bridge).

The Light Trail and Festive Fringe show times vary, please take a look at the schedule for more information.

Chippenham-Christmas-Programme-2023

Please Note:
* Each event is free to attend and seats will be allocated on a first-come, first-serve basis.
* The trail is situated on uneven ground, please ensure you wear suitable footwear.
* Disabled access is situated along the path from the main entrance, please alert one of our Stewards wearing high-vis should you require any assistance.
* All dogs are required to remain on a lead throughout the trail. Dogs are not allowed within the Roundhouse.

For all other questions or enquiries, please email: events@meltproductions.co.uk