What's On This Weekend In Gloucester?

It's the last weekend before Christmas and there's lots of festive fun taking place for all ages...

ALL WEEKEND:

🎁 Gloucester Quays Christmas Markets - Sat: 10am to 6pm, Sun: 10am to 5pm

⛸️ Gloucester Quays Christmas Ice Rink

✨ Christmas Trail - The Great Gingerbread Escape at Gloucester Quays

SATURDAY, 20TH DECEMBER:

✨ FREE Children's Christmas Crafts at Eastgate Shopping Centre - 10am to 2pm

🎄 Cracker Creations at the Museum of Gloucester - Sessions bookable between 10am to 1pm

🎅 FREE Meet St Nicholas at Gloucester Cathedral - 10am to 4pm (donations welcome)

✨ FREE Festive Fun at Eastgate Shopping Centre - All day

🎅 Selfie with Santa at the Gloucester Quays Ice Rink - 11am to 4pm

🎭 Mince Pie Theatre - Jemmy Wood's Christmas Carol at The Folk of Gloucester - 2pm to 3pm

📖 FREE Winter Wonder Tales at St Mary de Crypt - 2.30pm to 4pm

🕯️ Cathedral Christmas Experience at Night - 6pm to 8pm

🎶 The Beat at Gloucester Guildhall - 8pm

SUNDAY, 21ST DECEMBER:

🎅 Selfie with Santa at the Gloucester Quays Ice Rink - 11am to 4pm

🎶 FREE Cathedral Carol Service at Gloucester Cathedral - 6pm to 7.20pm

Find out more here.

🎄 Reward Your Team And Support Gloucester This Christmas 🎄

Looking for a simple, meaningful way to thank and reward your team this Christmas? The Gloucester Gift Card is an easy win.  Available as a hassle-free e-card, it gives your people the freedom to choose from 180 brilliant local businesses – from food and drink to shopping, experiences and more – so there’s something for every age, taste and interest. It’s a thoughtful gesture that feels personal, without the admin headache.

Even better, every Gloucester Gift Card keeps spending local and supports our city’s independent businesses and economy. So when you treat your team, you’re also giving back to Gloucester itself. This Christmas, give the gift of choice, show your appreciation, and support local – all in one simple card.

Find out more here.

❤️ Love Gloucester Month 2026: Why Your Business Should Get Involved This February ❤️

February is a month synonymous with love and, in 2026, it’s also a chance for businesses to show their love for Gloucester.

Love Gloucester Month is a city-wide celebration that brings together local businesses, residents, and visitors to champion everything that makes Gloucester special. From independent shops and cafés to larger employers and service providers, the month offers a powerful opportunity to connect with the community, boost visibility, and make a lasting positive impact.

Getting involved in Love Gloucester Month is about more than just promotion, it’s about being part of a shared story.

Find out how you can get involved here.