Light the Night 2026, Cottered's Magical Christmas Celebration

Join us for festive fun, Santa's Grotto, music, games, and Christmas cheer for all ages. The Magic Returns! Light the Night is back with festive favourites, new surprises, and fun for all ages. This is a free community event for our Cottered neighbours, friends, and families to come together and enjoy some festive fun, laughter, and community spirit. A huge thank you to everyone who has supported our events throughout the year and helped raise the funds that make this special evening possible. The only payable activities are visits to Santa's Grotto, along with purchases from the Pizza Truck and Village Bar. Everything else, including entertainment, activities, mulled wine, and mince pies, is free to enjoy. What to expect Santa and Mrs Christmas will arrive in style on a sparkling tractor at 4:30pm, so please ensure you arrive in plenty of time, while Jingle Elf leads festive games and entertainment for all ages. Children can visit Santa's Workshop, where they can: • Make Christmas crafts • Write a letter to Santa • Post their letter in the North Pole Post Box They can also enjoy a magical visit to Santa's Grotto, where they'll meet Santa and Mrs Christmas and receive a special gift. Santa's Grotto £6 per child (payable on the night). Please reserve your child's place through Eventbrite. Other Attractions, with some great prizes to be won! • Christmas Jumper Competition • Children's Festive Fancy Dress Competition • Family games • Adult games and quiz • Live music, including performances from Cottered Voices • Free mulled wine and mince pies (subject to availability) • Pizza Truck (self funding) • Village Hall Bar (self funding) Supporting Isabel Hospice We are proud to be supporting Isabel Hospice and would be grateful for any donations. Their dedicated team provides outstanding care and support to local families, including some within our own community. Every contribution helps them continue their incredible work. Tickets General Admission - Free Registration is required for all attendees (adults and children), as your Eventbrite ticket is your entry to the event. Santa's Grotto - £6 per Child (up to and including 10 years old) • Registration is required for each child wishing to visit Santa's Grotto. • The £6 fee is payable on the night. Please note: Santa's Grotto tickets will appear as FREE on Eventbrite. However, a fee of £6 per child is payable on the night, so there is no need to pay in advance. Registration is required for each child visiting Santa's Grotto so we can ensure gifts are age-appropriate and ready for their special visit with Santa. Book Your Tickets Now! We look forward to seeing you there! Cottered Village People