Christmas in Thame 2025 – Dates for the Diary

Christmas is coming early to Thame this year!

With the Christmas Lights Switch-On in November and the much-loved Princes Risborough Young Farmers’ Christmas Charity Tractor Run bringing sparkle and smiles to the streets, the festive spirit will be lighting up our town sooner than ever.

From handmade markets and panto fun to live music and candlelit carols, there’s something for everyone to enjoy throughout November and December. Here’s your guide to what’s on across Thame this festive season — grouped by theme so you can easily find your favourites.

Shopping, Makers & Markets

Support local artists, craftspeople, and independent traders throughout November and December.

• Sally Evans Artists & Makers Fair
  Upper Chamber, Thame Town Hall – 10am–4pm
  Saturday 8, Saturday 22 November, Saturday 6 & Saturday 20 December

• Christmas Green Fayre
  Upper Chamber, Thame Town Hall – 10am–3pm
  Saturday 15 November

• Barley Hill Primary School Christmas Fayre
  Sunday 23 November, 12–4pm
  
• Cross Keys
  Cross Keys pub, Thame
  Saturday 29th & Sunday 30th November: 1-5pm

• Christmas Charities Fair & Santa’s Grotto
  Upper Chamber, Thame Town Hall – 10am–2pm
  Saturday 29 November

• Thame Charter Market
  Tuesdays – 2, 9, 16 & 23 December

• Cuttlebrook Hall Care Home Christmas Market
  Saturday December 6th 2pm – 4pm

Music, Concerts & Performances

From big band sounds to carols by candlelight, Thame’s musical heart will be full of festive cheer.

• SoundForce Big Band Play Christmas
  Thame Snooker Club – Friday 21 November, 8pm

• RAF Halton Voluntary Band’s Christmas Celebration
  St Mary’s Church – Tuesday 2 December, 7:30pm

• Thame Concert Band Christmas Concert
  St Mary’s Church – Saturday 13 December

• O Holy Night: Live Christmas Carols by Candlelight
  St Mary’s Church – Sunday 14 December, 7pm

• Thame Chamber Choir & Children’s Choir “Christmas is Coming”
  St Mary’s Church – Saturday 20 December, 4:30pm & 7:30pm

• Hemley Hillbillies Bluegrass Band
  Town Hall/Greyhound Walk area – Saturday 29 November, Tuesday 9, 16 & 23 December (10am–2pm)

Theatre, Panto & Nights Out at The Spread Eagle

Laughter, nostalgia, and a touch of sparkle – perfect for festive evenings!

• Thame Players Panto: Camelot
  Players Theatre – 4–14 December (various times)

• The Spread Eagle Events:

  • 80’s Retro Party – Thursday 4 December

  • Mixed Disco Party – 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20 December

  • Freddie Mercury Tribute – Thursday 11 December

  • Drag Cabaret Party – Thursday 18 December

  • New Year’s Eve Party – Wednesday 31 December

Community & Family Fun

Thame’s community spirit shines brightest at Christmas – from lights and laughter to tea parties and fun runs.

• Christmas Lights Switch-On
  Town Centre – Friday 28 November, 4–7pm

• Thame Youth Projects’ Santa Fun Run
  Sunday 30 November

• Senior Citizens’ Tea Party
  Wednesday 10 December, 2–4pm

• Christmas Storytime @ Thame Library
  Thursday 11 December, 3:30pm

• Community Christmas Day Gathering
  Thursday 25 December

Church Services & Carol Events

Take a moment for reflection, joy, and peace at Thame’s beautiful churches.

• Advent & Carol Services:

  • Advent Carol Service – St Joseph’s Catholic Church, Sunday 14 December, 4pm

  • Cosy Carols: Stories from the Stable – St Mary’s, Sunday 14 December, 7:30pm

  • Blue Christmas (for those who find Christmas difficult) – St Mary’s, Wednesday 17 December, 7:30pm

  • Family Carol Service – St Catherine’s, Towersey, Sunday 21 December, 3pm

  • Nine Lessons & Carols – St Mary’s, Sunday 21 December, 6:30pm

• Christmas Eve Services:

  • Christingle Services – St Mary’s, 2pm, 3:30pm & 5pm

  • Carols Around the Christmas Tree – 24 December

  • Carols & First Mass of Christmas – St Joseph’s, 8pm & 9pm

  • Midnight Communion – St Mary’s & St Catherine’s, 11pm

• Christmas Day Services:

  • St Joseph’s Catholic Church – 9am & 11am

  • St Mary’s – 9am & 10:30am

  • St Catherine’s, Towersey – 9:30am

• Post-Christmas Services:

  • St Stephen’s Day Mass – St Joseph’s, Friday 26 December, 10am

  • Holy Hour & New Year’s Eve Mass – St Joseph’s, Wednesday 31 December, 10:15pm & 11:30pm

  • New Year’s Day Mass – St Joseph’s, Thursday 1 January, 12noon

Wrapping Up

With the lights twinkling from late November, festive music in the air, and the whole community coming together, Christmas in Thame 2025 promises to be full of warmth, joy, and sparkle.

Mark your favourites, wrap up warm — and get ready to celebrate a magical Thame Christmas that starts early this year!

And, if you’ve got an event you’d like us to add then let us know!