From the launch of Portsmouth on Ice and the Winter Lodge at The Queens Hotel, there are some huge events taking place this weekend. As the countdown to Christmas begins, the city and its surrounding areas have certainly started to get into the festive spirit. On top of everything, the highly anticipated Christmas Light Switch On in Comercial Road will take place on Saturday, November 23 with the party taking place inside Cascades due to the weather.
Here are 8 things taking place this weekend:
5. Toys R Us, Fareham
Toys R Us is coming to Fareham on Saturday where it will open within the WHSmith in West Street. Photo: Stock Adobe
6. Leigh Park Christmas Grotto
Leigh Park Christmas grotto at Greywell Shopping Centre, Leigh Park, Havant, will officially launch on Saturday, November 23. Picture: Chris Moorhouse (jpns 251123-42) Photo: Chris Moorhouse
7. Commercial Road Christmas Light Switch On
Hundreds of residents are expected to descend to Commercial Road for the Christmas lights. The celebration party has been moved to Cascades due to the weather forecast of strong winds. Pictured - SD Studio dancers Photos by Alex Shute Photo: Alex Shute
8. Commercial Road Christmas Market
Commercial Road Christmas Market has begun and it will be offering a range of different goods from independent and local traders. Picture: Vernon Nash (161119-016) Photo: Vernon Nash