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Christmas in Lanark

Welcome

Welcome to our Christmas festivities! Join us for a programme packed full of magical events, sparkling lights, family fun and memorable experiences. If you're looking for festive atmosphere and lots of good cheer, make Lanark your home this Christmas!

Welcome

Welcome to our Christmas festivities! Join us for a programme packed full of magical events, sparkling lights, family fun and memorable experiences. If you're looking for festive atmosphere and lots of good cheer, make Lanark your home this Christmas!

Lanark Christmas Market & Lights Switch On, 16 November

The countdown to Christmas starts with our traditional Christmas Market (10am to 5.30pm). With scores of stalls filled with seasonal goodies, there's no better time to start your Christmas shopping. The town's shops, cafes and eateries promise a warm welcome and there's plenty of fantastic free entertainment lined up during the afternoon to keep the kids happy. As darkness falls, join us for the Switch On of the Christmas Lights by none other than Santa himself (approx 5pm)!

Event organised by South Lanarkshire Council

Lanark Christmas Market & Lights Switch On, 16 November

The countdown to Christmas starts with our traditional Christmas Market (10am to 5.30pm). With scores of stalls filled with seasonal goodies, there's no better time to start your Christmas shopping. The town's shops, cafes and eateries promise a warm welcome and there's plenty of fantastic free entertainment lined up during the afternoon to keep the kids happy. As darkness falls, join us for the Switch On of the Christmas Lights by none other than Santa himself (approx 5pm)!

Event organised by South Lanarkshire Council

Late Night Lanark and Illuminated Lanimer Procession, 22 November

An evening of late night shopping and colourful entertainment from 5pm to 8pm! Many of the town's shops, cafes and eateries will be staying open to welcome you in for a spot of retail therapy and some seasonal goodies whilst the sparkling Illuminated Lanimer Parade, full of colour and noise, starts at 6.30pm. With a dollop of seasonal entertainment thrown in, this is an evening for shopping, eating, being entertained and for savouring the town's amazing festive atmosphere.

Late Night Lanark and Illuminated Lanimer Procession, 22 November

An evening of late night shopping and colourful entertainment from 5pm to 8pm! Many of the town's shops, cafes and eateries will be staying open to welcome you in for a spot of retail therapy and some seasonal goodies whilst the sparkling Illuminated Lanimer Parade, full of colour and noise, starts at 6.30pm. With a dollop of seasonal entertainment thrown in, this is an evening for shopping, eating, being entertained and for savouring the town's amazing festive atmosphere.

Lanark Christmas Pop-Up Market, 7 December

Enjoy an array of over 30 traditional market stalls featuring a range of festive arts, crafts, food and drink from local makers and producers in our mini market square in Hunter's Close car park, 10am to 3pm. An ideal opportunity to seek out those unique locally-made gifts! Upstairs in the Tolbooth, check out the Savour the Flavour of Lanark mini market, full of locally made goodies. Also not to be missed is Tolbooth Lanark's Christmas Shop, open from 13 November, featuring the work of many local artists and makers.

Lanark Christmas Pop-Up Market, 7 December

Enjoy an array of over 30 traditional market stalls featuring a range of festive arts, crafts, food and drink from local makers and producers in our mini market square in Hunter's Close car park, 10am to 3pm. An ideal opportunity to seek out those unique locally-made gifts! Upstairs in the Tolbooth, check out the Savour the Flavour of Lanark mini market, full of locally made goodies. Also not to be missed is Tolbooth Lanark's Christmas Shop, open from 13 November, featuring the work of many local artists and makers.

Lanark Santa Saturdays, 14 and 21 December

Have you been naughty or nice? Bring your children along to meet Santa, his Elves and Poppy the Cheeky Penguin in their festive pop-up studio in the Tolbooth. Our free seasonal fun includes Chrimbo crafts, story-time with the gang, festive photo opportunities and of course a chance to meet the big man himself!

Lanark Santa Saturdays, 14 and 21 December

Have you been naughty or nice? Bring your children along to meet Santa, his Elves and Poppy the Cheeky Penguin in their festive pop-up studio in the Tolbooth. Our free seasonal fun includes Chrimbo crafts, story-time with the gang, festive photo opportunities and of course a chance to meet the big man himself!

Enchanted Windows

Enjoy a leisurely stroll around Lanark town centre and discover enchanting miniature Christmas Village displays in the shop windows! Each scene is uniquely themed to celebrate the very special spirit of the holiday season. Grab a free trail map at the Tolbooth, follow the clues, and enter our draw for a chance to win a special Christmas prize!

Enchanted Windows

Enjoy a leisurely stroll around Lanark town centre and discover enchanting miniature Christmas Village displays in the shop windows! Each scene is uniquely themed to celebrate the very special spirit of the holiday season. Grab a free trail map at the Tolbooth, follow the clues, and enter our draw for a chance to win a special Christmas prize!

Even more Christmas fun in Lanark!

Lanark Memorial Hall has an amazing line up of Christmas shows and events for all ages: Lanark Memorial Hall Box Office. Keep an eye out too for Christmas at New Lanark, launching on November 24 and running until December 24 (selected days - check for details). With Santa's grotto, a fabulous panto production of Pinocchio, the Spirit of Christmas Ride and much more, there's so much to enjoy at New Lanark World Heritage Site.

And look out for updates from Scottish Wildlife Falls of Clyde, Langloch Farm, Scottish Equestrian Centre, Castlebank Park and our local churches, halls, pubs, schools and other venues. There is lots for all the family to enjoy together.

All the town's businesses are delighted to welcome you over the coming weeks. For shopping, eating and celebrating, make Lanark your home this Christmas!


Even more Christmas fun in Lanark!

Lanark Memorial Hall has an amazing line up of Christmas shows and events for all ages: Lanark Memorial Hall Box Office. Keep an eye out too for Christmas at New Lanark, launching on November 24 and running until December 24 (selected days - check for details). With Santa's grotto, a fabulous panto production of Pinocchio, the Spirit of Christmas Ride and much more, there's so much to enjoy at New Lanark World Heritage Site.

And look out for updates from Scottish Wildlife Falls of Clyde, Langloch Farm, Scottish Equestrian Centre, Castlebank Park and our local churches, halls, pubs, schools and other venues. There is lots for all the family to enjoy together.

All the town's businesses are delighted to welcome you over the coming weeks. For shopping, eating and celebrating, make Lanark your home this Christmas!


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