Special Events - Festive Season
BARN DANCE
Friday 21st November 7:00pm – 10:00pm The Venue, Brackley
ST Peter’s Church, Brackley present and evening of barn dancing led by Sleeping Moggy. Cheese and biscuits will be served in the iterval.
Tickets £12 (free for under 16s) available from Caroline Dunning 07845 397168 or Kath Bell 07568 572264
CRAFTS FOR CHRISTMAS
Saturday 22nd November 10:00am – 2:00pm Brackley Library
The
Friends of Brackley Library are having their annual Christmas Event
with craft stalls full of ideas for presents, festive activities for
the children and the real Father Christmas will be there! Activities
will run on a paid token system but the Father Christmas token will
be free!
A lovely way to get into the festive spirit, keep the
kids entertained for a while and look for a few novel Christmas
presents.
FESTIVE FAYRE
Saturday 22nd November 12:00noon – 4:30pm Brackley Care Home
Join Brackley Care Home and Mayor, Cllr Bernie Tiller for an afternoon of festive family fun to raise money for B-Yourself, The Mayor’s Charity.
Lots to do as there will be a flea circus, Punch and Judy show, Santa, a raffle, craft stalls and they will be rounding off with Christmas songs
THE BLACKBIRD AT CROUGHTON REOPENS!
Saturday 22nd November from 2:00pm The Blackbird, Croughton
The Blackbird will once again be opening its doors after a year of closure so come on by and celebrate a saved pub.
Catering van “ The Pizza Boys! Will be serving authentic Italian pizzas made with Italian sourced ingredients.
CHRISTMAS FAYRE
Sunday 23rd November 10:00am – 3:00pm The Venue, Brackley
Craft stalls, raffle and lots more! Looking for that unique gift? Then pop by, there is something for everyone.
BRACKLEY FOLK AND ACOUSTIC CLUB
Sunday 23rd November from 8:00pm The Bell, Brackley
If you love live folk and acoustic music, they why no visit Brackley’s monthly live folk music scene every 4th Sunday of the month. Admission is by voluntary donation at the door.
CARERS SUPPORT DROP IN
Wednesday 26th November 10:00am -12:00noon Brackley Care Home
Do you look after someone? Are you and unpaid carer? Northamptonshire Carers are here to help and support you. Pop into their coffee morning drop in on the last Wednesday of every month
BINGO NIGHT
Friday 28th November Doors open from 6:00pm, eyes down from 7:45pm The Venue, Brackley Town Football Club
Will you be the lucky winner tonight as there are two jackpots to play for? Tickets cost £15 for a book of 6 games plus 2 flyers. Raffle tickets £1 a strip plus a bonus flyer.
Cash payments are preferred. Hot food available.
CHRISTMAS BAZAAR
Saturday 29th November 10:00am – 3:00pm Beachborough School
A wonderful selection of craft stalls will be here so you can find that unique gift for someone special.
CHRISTMAS MARKET, LIGHTS & LANTERNS
Saturday 29 November Market from 15:00 | Parade at 17:15 | Light Switch on at 17:30 Brackley Town Centre
Nestled in the heart of town, this festive celebration transforms the Piazza into a wonderland of twinkling lights and seasonal cheer.
From 3 pm, on the Piazza and Market Place car park, there will be a range of community group activities, craft stalls, home goods and festive food all supplied from local traders. The lantern parade will be led by none other than Father Christmas himself and The Mayor of Brackley, Cllr Bernie Tiller.
The lantern parade will gather at Winchester House at 4:45 pm and commence at 5:15 pm. The parade will slowly walk down the High Street and finish just in front of the War Memorial where the Christmas lights will be switched on at 5:30 pm.
70’S, 80’S, 90’S PARTY
Saturday 29th November from 7:00pm The Venue, Brackley Town Football Club
Groove into December at the Venue! Tickets cost £5 per person available from The Venue
LIVE MUSIC @ THE PLOUGH
Saturday 29th November from 9:00pm The Plough, Brackley
Join the brilliant Conundrum for a night of Indie Rock/Pop covers
SIGNATURE CHRISTMAS MARKET
Monday 1st December from 6:00pm The Paisley Pear, Brackley
Come along to the Paisley Pear for some incredibly festive Christmas shopping, support local small businesses and enjoy some delicious nibbles this festive season! Market opens at 6pm
MEMORY CAFE
Wednesday 3rd December 2:00pm – 4:00pm Brackley Care Home
Wednesday 17th December 2:00pm – 4:00pm Brackley Library
A new group specifically for those affected by Alzheimer’s and Dementia (and their carers).
Come and relax in a quiet corner and enjoy some companionship over a cuppa and cake.
A craft/reminiscence activity will be available.
This group runs on the first Wednesday of the month at Brackley Care Home and the third Wednesday of the month at Brackley Library.
For more details contact Julie Wilson on 01280 313135
VINYL NIGHT
Wednesday 3rd December 7:30pm – 11:00pm Cafe Fusion, Top Station, Brackley
Bring your records and play what you like! Free entry. The first Wednesday of every month.
BRACKLEY HISTORY SOCIETY
Wednesday 3rd December from 7:30pm Brackley Methodist Church
Brackley History Society’s regular meet is always fascinating. This month’s talk is “Christmas Customs” by Chris Bazeley. Come along to find out more!
Members Free, Visitors £3.
PARKINSON'S SUPPORT GROUP
Thursday 4th December from11:00am, The Venue, Brackley Football club.
Free entry. Whether you have Parkinsons or are a carer, all are welcome to attend. Meet others, find resources and learn more about the condition- this group is so welcoming and friendly! This group runs the first Thursday of every month.
CHARITY CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR AND ART EXHIBITION
Thursday 4th December 4:00pm – 9:00pm Egerton Hall, Brackley
Lily Brook Art Classes ihas
created this great event for talented artisans, makers, and small
businesses to showcase their creations at their Charity Christmas
Craft Fair & Art Exhibition.
Pop along and enjoy an evening
of creativity and Christmas cheer.
PRIDE EVENING
Thursday 4th and 18th December from 7:00pm Chatty Parrot Café, Market Square, Brackley
Free entry! Meet other LGBTQ folk and hang out with a drink. Very relaxed, friendly and supportive- young people also welcome! This group meets every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month
A MUSICAL EVENING WITH BRACKLEY GLEE CHOIR
Thursday 4th December show starts at 7:30pm St Peter’s Church
A free event but the Glee Choir will be raising money, with a raffle and refreshments, for their chosen charities, Brain Tumour Research and Sobel House who provide palliative care
SHOP & SIZZLE CHRISTMAS
Friday 5th December 3:30pm – 8:00pm Westbury Community Shop and Cafe
Late night shopping in the village hall and shop supporting local businesses. Father Christmas will be visiting from 4:00pm – 6:00pm. Christmas festive food and BBQ 5:30pm – 7:30pm, Brackley Glee Choir singing around the Christmas tree 6:00pm – 7:00pm
TRIAL BY JURY & AMAL AND THE NIGHT VISITORS
Friday 5th December from 7:30pm Egerton Hall, Brackley
Studio 65 and Opera Anywhere present a charity double bill with a professional cast and local choral singers supported by a local student orchestra. Fabulous entertainment for all the family.
All profits to b-yourself.org.uk, the Town Mayor’s chosen charity. Tickets £23 (concessions £21), family £57, students and children under 18, £9
Tickets available from www.ticketsource.com/studio65 or phone 0333 666 3366
OPEN MIC- CHRISTMAS SPECIAL
Friday 5th December from 8:00pm The Paisley Pear, Brackley
December's Open Mic will be filled with festive vibes
Dig out those ugly
xmas jumpers because Christmas attire is encouraged!
The night
will feature festive specials. The decorations will be up and the
fire place will be warm
So, book your bar area table to reserve your Friday night space at the Paisley Pear, Brackley!
BREAKFAST @ BETHLEHEM
Saturday 6th December 9:30am – 11:30am Brackley Baptist Church
Celebrate Christmas at the annual Brackley Baptist Church breakfast with children’s activities and festive fun
CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR
Saturday 6th December 10:00am – 3:00pm Brackley WI and Girl Guide Hall, Manor Road
Start your Christmas shopping early, have a go at the raffle or pop in for a cuppa. Support local businesses. Free entry. Cash preferred but some stall will have card payments available
BUMPS, BABIES & CHILDREN’S MARKET
Saturday 6th December 10:30am – 1:00pm Egerton Hall, Brackley
A chance to grad yourself some pre-loved maternity, baby or young children’s items, activities for the kids PLUS information, discounts and offers from some amazing local businesses.
CHRISTMAS BAZAAR
Saturday 6th December 11:00am – 1:00pm Waynflete Infants School, Brackley
The annual Christmas Bazaar at Waynflete in back! With raffle prizes, games, crafts, hot drinks, external craft stalls, stories with Santa, Elfridges and sweet treats
CHRISTMAS MARKET
Saturday 6th December from 2:00pm Great Western Arms, Aynho
Get into the festive spirit and visit the Great Western Arms for craft stalls, mulled wine, sloe gin and carol singers
BOARD GAMES NIGHT
Saturday 6th December from 5:00pm Barnowl Farm Shop
Barnowl Farm Shop will be hosting free to join board Game Nights, upstairs in their Learning Loft. Starting from 5pm. Feel free to bring a favoured Board Game you wish to play with others.
There will be a mini bar for you to order drinks and snacks.
Family Fun, helping community spirit
BIG CHRISTMAS QUIZ
Saturday 6th December from 6:30pm Brackley Library
It's back! The library's
annual Big Christmas Quiz ready to test your knowledge of all things
festive and to torture your ears with festive kazooney tunes.
Doors
open at 6:30pm with a quiz start of 7:00pm
£5 per person, prize
every round for the winning team.
Bring your own nibbles and
drinks.
To book a place for your team, contact Trish at tsavill.lib@gmail.com or the library brackley.libraryplus@westnorthants.gov.uk
BACK TO IBIZA VIBES
Saturday 6th December 6:30pm or 9:00pm Cafe Fusion, Top Station Road, Brackley
Cafe Fusion and Party Audio Visual bring you a night of 2 halves.
6:30pm Tapas with background beats
9:00pm Cafe Mambo style house session
Free entry but booking essential. To
CHRISTMAS MUSIC CONCERT
Saturday 6th December from 7:00pm St Peter’s Church, Brackley
Join Brackley Wind Orchestra and special guests from MCS school for an evening of festive music. Tickets on the door £10 per person, under 16s free. Refreshments and raffle
LIVE MUSIC @ THE PLOUGH
Saturday 6th December from 8:30pm The Plough, Brackley
Live music from The Deadheads
CHRISTMAS TRACTOR RUN
Sunday 7 December Set off at 6:00pm Town Wide
This year marks our fifth Brackley Christmas Tractor Run, now a firm favourite in the BTC events calendar! Once again, we’ll be raising money for Yellow Wellies, the award-winning charity supporting the physical and mental wellbeing of UK farmers. Last year, they raised an incredible £3901! … can they top that in 2025, Brackley?
They’re aiming for 50–100 tractors, decked out in lights, tinsel, and festive decorations. Spectators line the route to enjoy the magical parade – don’t forget to give them a wave!
The run starts at 6 pm and follows a set route through town. Full details will be shared on our website and social channels as December approaches.
BRACKLEY BEER & CAROLS
Thursday 11th December from 7:00pm Paisley Pear, Brackley
Celebrate the spirit of Christmas with the Paisley Pear’s popular ‘Beer & Carols’ event!
Gather with the family and friends to enjoy the timeless melodies that echo the joy, warmth and love of the season performed by the incredible Brackley Glee Club
BOARD GAME NIGHT
Thursday 11th December from 7:00pm at Chatty Parrot Café. Market Place, Brackley
Free entry! Bring your own game or join in pre existing ones! Anything from Monopoly to Wingspan to Dungeon Saga to Jenga! Come by and try out some new games, meet new people and hang out. Young people are also welcome!This group runs on every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month (except December)
THE (MIS)ADVENTURES OF SINBAD
Thursday 11th – Saturday 13th December 7:30pm/2:30pm Middleton Cheney Hall
The Lynden Players present their annual panto! Despite the camel getting the hump and having to weed out a few gremlins, this year's panto is really taking shape....you know, sort of long and thin, with squidgy bits sticking out the side...oh, never mind!
Make sure you book your tickets for 'The (Mis) Adventures of Sinbad'!
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FAMILY FUN & FATHER CHRISTMAS
Friday 12th December 3:30pm – 8:00pm Westbury Community Shop and Cafe
Children’s Christmas party with Father Christmas, includes party food boxes 5:00pm – 6:00pm and a gift from father Christmas. Please book at the shop. £5.95 per person. Plus face painting, apple pressing, card making and more!
BITE CLUB
Friday 12th December 5:00pm – 9:00pm Egerton Hall, Brackley
Bite Club pop up returns for its monthly visit of great street food, drinks and music. The deal is simple, come hungry, leave happy. (Bite Club is every second Friday of the month until the end of the year)
BRACKLEY & DISTRICT BAND – CHRISTMAS CONCERT
Monday 15th December from 7:30pm St Peter’s Church, Brackley
Join Brackley & District Band for an evening of festive favourites and sparkling brass band music to get you in the Christmas spirit. Tickets £8, Under 12s free available from Jacky 07970 583342
CHRISTMAS QUIZ
Thursday 18th December from 7:00pm The Paisley Pear, Brackley
Hosted by quiz-master Glen, you won’t want to miss this Christmas special.
Bonus points for Christmas attire. £5 per person and teams of 2-6 people
BRACKLEY
MAYOR'S CHRISTMAS PARTY
Friday 19th December
2:00pm - 4:00pm Brackley Town Hall
Brackley Town Mayor,
Cllr Bernie Tiller, invites you to celebrate Christmas with him. Live
music from Harry Pane! Raising money for his charity, B-Yourself.
JINGLE BINGO CHRISTMAS
Friday 19th December 7:00pm – Late Westbury Community Shop and Cafe
Christmas song bingo hosted by Santa’s little helpers. £2.50 per person. Bar, late night shopping and raffle too!
MAGICAL CHRISTMAS SHOW
Saturday 20th December 11:00am – 12:00noon Egerton Hall, Brackley
Jeronimo The Entertainer is bringing his magical Christmas show to Brackley! A fun, festive hour packed with magic, laughs and hilarious puppets. Perfect for kids aged 2 – 10. For tickets visit https://jeronimopartytime.com/brackley-event
DISCO
Saturday 20th December from 8:30pm The Plough, Brackley
Get into your festive disco groove this evening at the Plough.
CHRISTMAS COMMUNITY CAROL SERVICE
Sunday 21 December from 6:00pm Brackley Piazza
From 6 pm, on the Piazza, Brackley Town Council invite you to join Brackley Town Mayor, Cllr Bernie Tiller, councillors and council staff to sing Christmas carols outside of the Town Hall and under the lights of the Christmas trees. Refreshments will be available and song sheets provided for everyone to join in the community singing.
KIDS CHRISTMAS DISCO
Monday 22nd December from 10:00am The Paisley Pear, Brackley
Entertain the kids this festive season with a fun-filled disco hosted by Bernie Tiller, supporting B Yourself Charity.
B Yourself supports young people/students with their wellbeing and mental health. click the link to read more: https://www.b-yourself.org.uk
Christmas attire encouraged! £5/child, pre-book, pre-pay only. Ticket sales will then be donated from us to the charity.
If you would like to stay for lunch afterwards, please also book a table with the Paisley Pear.
CHRISTMAS CLASSIC CAR SHOW
Sunday 28 December starts from 9:00am BrackleyTown Centre
Join the team for a festive display of classic cars in the heart of Brackley. This free event welcomes all to admire a stunning array of vintage vehicles, from timeless classics to rare gems. While entry is free, donations to the Mayor’s Charity are warmly encouraged.
Enjoy complimentary tea and coffee, and explore the town's excellent shops, cafés, and restaurants. Please keep children supervised and ensure dogs are on short leads. Kindly respect the vehicles, as they are cherished by their owners.
Make memories, be inspired, and celebrate the season—join the team for this festive showcase!