The Island is ‘lit up’ with a full programme of activities arranged to complement the lead up to the festive period. Meander through the streets of St. Helier, under a canopy of brilliant white lights and experience late night shopping and street entertainment. Take part in guided walks covering the Islands history and natural environment, enjoy traditional markets, street theatre, Christmas parades, carol concerts and much more…
Saturday 1st – Sunday 16th December
The Lighting of the Christmas Trees
From Christmas past to Christmas present - To launch the festivities the town’s Christmas trees are illuminated. The evening begins in historic Royal Square, surrounded by its traditional architecture, as the lights on the old chestnut trees are switched on. Then it’s on to the The Spirit of Christmas Market.
Markets
Running for the duration of the festival; the Spirit of Christmas market is filled with beautifully decorated Christmas chalets where local craft workers sell gifts and decorations. As you tick off your Christmas wish list, warm up with mulled cider, coffee and cupcakes or delicious hot food. Visiting Street Theatre will help to put you in the Christmas mood!
You can also experience the sights and smells of neighbouring Normandy with Lé Marchi Nouormand’ - a Norman French Market which is taking place in the Royal Square mid-way through the Christmas Festival. Here you can peruse the stalls for crêpe pans, Norman cider, fruit and nuts, hand made soap, biscuits and honey.
Spectacular Christmas Parade
A festive Christmas parade is held which marks the finale of the Fête dé Noué celebrations. It features floats as well as live music and street theatre.
Street Theatre
Don’t be alarmed if you find a festive fairy, a giant elf or a mischievous snowball following you as a whole bunch of performers hit the streets for your amusement. Street entertainers will be around town wowing Christmas shoppers and performing at the Spirit of Christmas Market.
Christmas at the Movies
Whether yours is The Polar Express, White Christmas or It’s a Wonderful Life - when it comes to Christmas movies, everyone has their favourite. There's nothing better during December than sitting down to enjoy a festive film. The Christmas Film Festival takes place at the Jersey Arts Centre.
Winter ‘Wander’ Land
Join a local or do it yourself! Take a town tour, a rural ramble or join the Ghost of Christmas past. With lovely selection of walks to choose from you’re sure to see Jersey from a different perspective, plus think of the calories you can burn! And because you’ve been good all year, our daytime Christmas walks are free of charge for your enjoyment.