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Deck the Malls at The Victoria Centre! 2 Days Of Festive Fun For All The Family

Deck the Malls at The Victoria Centre! 2 Days Of Festive Fun For All The Family

Christmas is coming to The Victoria Centre, and this year we’re celebrating with one huge weekend of festive fun!

Join us for Deck the Malls on Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th December, with two full days of Christmas markets, live entertainment, creative workshops, family activities and festive surprises throughout The Victoria Centre. And with plenty of activities completely FREE to enjoy, there’s something for the whole family!

When and Where?

Date: Saturday 5th & Sunday 6th December 2026
Time: 11am–5pm (both days!)
Location: The Victoria Centre, Southend-on-Sea
Price: FREE, with plenty of free activities and entertainment

1 Completely FREE Father Christmas Experience

No Christmas celebration would be complete without a visit from the man himself!
Meet Father Christmas for FREE, take a festive photo, visit the North Pole Post Office and even receive a little gift to take home.

It’s a magical Christmas experience for families to enjoy together, without costing a penny!

25+ Stalls, Attractions & Festive Activity Stations

Get into the festive spirit as you explore 25+ stalls, attractions and activity stations throughout The Victoria Centre.

Discover a packed mix of artisan and community traders, festive experiences and creative activities. Perfect for finding something special, supporting local businesses or simply soaking up the Christmas atmosphere.

50+ Live Performances & Festive Entertainment Moments

There’ll be something happening around every corner!

Across the weekend, enjoy 50+ live performances and festive entertainment moments, including live music, singers, choirs, dance and theatre groups, children’s entertainment, storytelling, roaming performers and plenty of festive surprises.

6+ FREE Festive Workshops & Creative Experiences

Fancy making something festive?

Take part in 6+ free workshops and creative experiences, including Christmas card making, festive creations, wreath making and more.

With activities for children, adults and families to enjoy together, everyone can get involved in a little Christmas creativity!

2 Chances to Win on the Festive Elf Trail

Keep your eyes peeled for some mischievous elves hiding around The Victoria Centre!

Complete our Festive Elf Trail, discover the missing word and enter our prize draw for the chance to WIN a Little Victories Festive Goodie Bag.

There’ll be one lucky winner drawn each day, so you’ll have two chances to win across the weekend!

100s of Christmas Wishes

What are you wishing for this Christmas?

Stop by our Christmas Wishing Board and add your own festive wish alongside hundreds of others from across the local community.

One Huge Weekend of Christmas Shopping & Festive Fun

With so much happening, why not make a day of it?

Explore The Victoria Centre for Christmas gifts, festive treats and everything you need for the big day, while enjoying the market, performances and activities along the way.

You can also look out for our retailers’ festive window displays and vote for your favourite in The Victoria Centre Christmas Window Display Competition!

Don’t Miss Out!

2 days. 12 hours of festive fun. 25+ stalls and attractions. 50+ performances. 6+ free workshops. 1 magical Father Christmas experience. And a whole lot of Christmas magic!

Join us at The Victoria Centre from 11am–5pm on Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th December and get ready to Deck the Malls with us!