A Dorset village tradition
Christmas,the Broadstone way.
Three much-loved celebrations. One village glowing with community spirit. Join us for the parade, the lights and a festive market in the Toast Rack.
Lights: 28 November Market & Parade: 5 December 2026
Music, LIVE Harmony choir and the big 5pm switch-on.
🎁Sat 5 December · 10am–3pmChristmas MarketSeasonal stalls and gifts along the Broadway before the parade begins.
🎺Sat 5 December · 1.30pmThe Christmas ParadeOur 55th annual parade, with local groups, festive cheer and Father Christmas.
The main events
Three ways to feel festive.
Come for the brass bands and bright lights. Stay for a warm drink, a thoughtful gift and the familiar faces that make Broadstone feel like home.
Christmas Lights
Music, choir and a shared countdown to the big switch-on.
See the lights → 5 Dec · 10am–3pmChristmas Market
Amazing festive stalls selling seasonal goods and gifts along the Broadway.
Visit the market → 5 Dec · 1.30pm55th Christmas Parade
Broadstone’s festive family favourite, bringing the whole community together.
Explore the parade →Our Christmas story
A tradition powered by people.
Broadstone’s community has welcomed Christmas with a parade since 1969. Over the years there have been princesses and papier-mâché bears, nativity scenes and steam engines, Scout groups, schoolchildren, bands, businesses and generations of volunteers.
Today, that same spirit carries the celebration forward: proudly local, joyfully handmade and open to everyone.
Good to know
Make a day of it.
Start with the market from 10am, enjoy Broadstone’s shops and cafés, then find your place for the parade at 1.30pm.
Plan your visit
- Event times and locations
- Road closures and parking advice
- Accessible viewing and facilities
- Weather or programme updates
Christmas on the high street
Independent shops, cafés and restaurants help make Broadstone special. Explore the village, warm up somewhere cosy and take a little local magic home.