Town centre events
The magic of Christmas is set to return to Bridgend County Borough, bringing exciting seasonal shopping promotions and a packed calendar of festive fun for the whole family.
To access support local businesses and access exclusive promotions from traders in Bridgend, Maesteg and Porthcawl town centres, visit the Digital Christmas website.
Events this Christmas include:
- Bridgend Town Council's Christmas Light Switch-on
- Maesteg Town Council's Christmas Parade and Light Switch-on
- Porthcawl Town Council's Christmas Light Switch-on
- Bridgend Christmas Street Market
- Maesteg Christmas Street Market
- Santa's Grotto
Santa's Grotto
13 December 2025
10am - 5pm
Carnegie House, Wyndham Street, Bridgend
Bring your children to meet Santa, and choose a quality gift, plus you can take your own photos. Bookings can be made in advance.
All proceeds of the Christmas Grotto will be distributed to local charities.
This is a Lions Club of Bridgend event, supported by Bridgend Town Council.
Santa's Grotto
13 December 2025
Maesteg Market Square
Maesteg Town Council welcomes you and your family to the new and improved Santa's Grotto. Write your letter to Santa and post it to the Elves at the North Pole Mail Room. Check if you’ve made the naughty or nice list and spread some Christmas cheer with the whole family.
Quiet sessions for those who need them are available at 10am each day. Email clerk@maestegcouncil.org to request a space on these.
Last admission at 3.45pm.
This is a Maesteg Town Council and Production 78 event.
A Very Merry Maesteg Market
13 December 2025
11am - 3pm
Market Square Maesteg
Christmas shoppers can look forward to ‘A Very Merry Maesteg Christmas Market’, taking place on Saturday 13 December between 11am and 3pm in Maesteg Market Square.
Organised by the council’s Economic Development and Enterprise team, the festive event will transform the square with local stalls, handmade gifts, and seasonal food and drink, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere for families, residents, and visitors.
Live performances, including local school choirs and community groups, will add to the festive feel throughout this free event, complementing the stalls and activities on offer.
Santa's Grotto
14 December 2025
Maesteg Market Square
Maesteg Town Council welcomes you and your family to the new and improved Santa's Grotto. Write your letter to Santa and post it to the Elves at the North Pole Mail Room. Check if you’ve made the naughty or nice list and spread some Christmas cheer with the whole family.
Quiet sessions for those who need them are available at 10am each day. Email clerk@maestegcouncil.org to request a space on these.
Last admission at 3.45pm.
This is a Maesteg Town Council and Production 78 event.
Santa's Grotto
20 December 2025
10am - 5pm
Carnegie House, Wyndham Street, Bridgend
Bring your children to meet Santa, and choose a quality gift, plus you can take your own photos. Bookings can be made in advance.
All proceeds of the Christmas Grotto will be distributed to local Charites.
This is a Lions Club of Bridgend event, supported by Bridgend Town Council.
Santa's Grotto
20 December 2025
Maesteg Market Square
Maesteg Town Council welcomes you and your family to the new and improved Santa's Grotto. Write your letter to Santa and post it to the Elves at the North Pole Mail Room. Check if you’ve made the naughty or nice list and spread some Christmas cheer with the whole family.
Quiet sessions for those who need them are available at 10am each day. Email clerk@maestegcouncil.org to request a space on these.
Last admission at 3.45pm
This is a Maesteg Town Council and Production 78 event.
Cost: Free
Santa's Grotto
21 December 2025
Maesteg Market Square
Maesteg Town Council welcomes you and your family to the new and improved Santa's Grotto. Write your letter to Santa and post it to the Elves at the North Pole Mail Room. Check if you’ve made the naughty or nice list and spread some Christmas cheer with the whole family.
Quiet sessions for those who need them are available at 10am each day. Email clerk@maestegcouncil.org to request a space on these.
Last admission at 3.45pm
This is a Maesteg Town Council and Production 78 event.
Cost: Free