Step into a world of magic and mischief this Christmas at Buttermarket, Ipswich! We have a fantastic lineup of festive events for the whole family, from special meet and greets to a magical breakfast with Santa himself.
Light Switch-On with PAW Patrol
16th November | at intervals from 11am – 3pm
Get ready for Ipswich’s annual Christmas light switch-on! Join us for a day of festive fun and a very special meet and greet with everyone’s favourite pups, Chase and Skye from PAW Patrol. Opportunities to have your photo taken with the heroic duo and watch as we light up the Buttermarket for the Christmas season!
There will also be a FREE face painter and a trail around the centre. This trail will be for one day only to help the pups find the lost items. Can you help them find it? Find all the missing items to enter a prize draw!
The Grinch Meet and Greet
6th December | at intervals from 11am – 3pm
He’s a mean one, but he’s making a special appearance! Don’t miss your chance to meet The Grinch. Bring your festive cheer (and a little bit of courage) and get your photo with the mischief-maker.
There will also be a FREE face painter and a trail around the centre. This trail will be for one day only to help find missing Christmas items which have been stolen. Can you find them all? Visit the centre on the day to take part and enter into a prize draw.
Breakfast with Santa
13th December | 8:30am – 10:30am
Start your day with a truly magical experience! Join us for a special Breakfast with Santa. This exclusive event is your chance to share your Christmas wishes and enjoy a festive meal with Santa and his elves.
SEN Session: We will also be hosting a special SEN session on Sunday, December 14th, at 8:30am and 10:30am.
Tickets are limited so enter into the prize draw below to bag your spot!
Meet Santa and his Elves
20th December | 11am – 3pm
Santa is making one last stop at Buttermarket Ipswich before his big night! Come and meet Santa and his trusty elves for a final visit. You can also write your letter to Santa, create sparkling baubles, and enjoy other festive crafts to take home with you.
The 12 Days of Christmas
Starts 1st December
The mischief continues online! Visit our website from December 1st, every other day to open the 12 Days of Christmas Advent Calendar. Every other day, you can enter to win fantastic prizes. But be warned, a little mischief might be lurking, so make sure to check back every other day!

