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Santa’s Coming to Burton (and So Is the Coca-Cola Truck)
Santa’s Coming to Burton (and So Is the Coca-Cola Truck)
Plan your perfect local weekend with our full guide to events, lights, markets & more
Chris Towland
Nov 27, 2025
All the Good Stuff Happening in Burton! Thursday 27th November 2025 |
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🎄 What’s On in Burton This Weekend 🎅
The countdown to Christmas is officially on - and this weekend, Burton and beyond are bursting at the seams with festive fun, live music, markets, quizzes, ghost walks and even a visit from the Coca-Cola Truck! 🎭 At the heart of it all is Carousel at the Brewhouse - a stirring classic worth booking a seat for - and just down the road, Swadlincote will be glowing on Saturday with its Christmas Lights Switch-On and festive market. Across the weekend, you’ll find live music in just about every corner of the area, from tribute nights to indie bands, acoustic favourites and pub singalongs. Add in Christmas markets, family fairs, psychic nights, comedy, karaoke and the start of Santa’s sleigh tours, and your weekend plans pretty much write themselves. 📰 In this issue:
👇 Scroll on for everything happening near you this weekend…
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This week at The Brewhouse... |
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Dubbed “the greatest musical of all time”, Rodgers and Hammerstein’s CAROUSEL is packed with some of their very best music. It features unforgettable songs like “If I Loved You,” “June Is Bustin’ Out All Over,” and “You’ll Never Walk Alone”.
Carousel tells the captivating story of Billy Bigelow, a charismatic carnival barker, and his love for the kind-hearted millworker, Julie Jordan. With wonderful music, gripping drama, and spectacular production, we guarantee this will be a show not to be missed!
📅 Performances: Tuesday 25th to Saturday 29th November 2025
at 7.30pm (plus a Saturday Matinee at 2.30pm) 📍 Venue: The Brewhouse Arts Centre, Union Street, Burton Upon Trent DE14 1AA
🎟️ Tickets: From The Brewhouse Box Office on 01283 508100 or book online... |
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Thursday 27th November
Chair Exercise Class at Burton Caribbean Centre (Weekly)
🌙 Evening Events (other than live music)
Friday 28th November
Line Dancing Morning at The Priory Centre, Stretton (Weekly)
🌙 Evening Events (other than live music) Burton Gaol Psychic Event at The Olde Royal Oak, Market Place
Karaoke & Disco at The Branston Arms, Branston Road (Weekly)
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Note: You can click on most events to see more details of that event. |
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Swadlincote’s Christmas Lights Switch-On returns Saturday, 29 November 2025, filling The Delph with festive spirit from 4pm to 7pm.
The heart of Swadlincote becomes a winter wonderland as families and friends gather for the magical lights switch-on at 6:30pm.
Before the countdown, enjoy live Christmas music and vibrant street entertainers who will glow and dazzle along town centre pavements. Traditional fairground rides invite all ages, and food stalls will serve up seasonal treats and warming drinks.
This free community event promises festive fun for everyone - whether you're young or young at heart.
Kick off the holiday season surrounded by local cheer, twinkling lights, and joyful memories.
Don your warm clothes and gather in The Delph for a night that’s sure to spark Christmas magic across Swadlincote. Read More... |
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Isabel’s, one of Burton’s favorite dining venues, is gearing up for an exciting relocation just across the road in early 2026.
The beloved restaurant, celebrated for its stylish cuisine and welcoming ambiance, will soon move into the historic Locomotive building - an address packed with local nostalgia, having once been a pub, an Indian eatery, and the iconic nightclub Flares.
Owner and DJ Nathan Dawe shared the big news during the town’s Christmas Lights Switch-On, promising both a larger space and a broader menu - think pizzas, burgers, pies, and a more family-friendly atmosphere.
Expected features include a brand-new garden, dedicated daytime workspaces, a £10 lunch menu, Sunday roasts, and all-day dining.
Nathan hailed the move as great for both Isabel’s and Burton’s thriving hospitality scene, inviting locals to embrace an expanded and vibrant spot in the heart of town. Read More... |
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Christmas is rolling into Burton as the famous Coca-Cola Christmas Truck makes a stop at The Mill House in Stretton, today, Thursday, 27th November.
Residents can catch the festive spectacle from 12pm to 8pm for one magical day.
Known for its glittering lights and nostalgic “Holidays are Coming” cheer, the truck invites everyone to snap festive photos, collect free Coca-Cola treats with certain purchases, and enjoy holiday fun perfect for families.
Expect bright decorations, picture-perfect moments, and a classic Christmas soundtrack that brings generations together.
This exclusive visit is the only stop in the area - so don’t miss this chance to kick-start the season with a beloved holiday tradition.
Gather your loved ones and mark the date for an unforgettable celebration - after all, it’s not Christmas without the Coca-Cola Truck. Read More... |
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The much-loved Burton Santa Sleigh is back for 2025, lighting up streets across the town and surrounding villages.
Organized by dedicated volunteers from the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Burton Group, Santa and his sparkling sleigh will visit a different neighborhood each evening from late November through December.
Families can step outside, wave hello, and bask in the festive spirit as the sleigh winds through Stretton, Brizlincote Valley, Winshill, Hilton, Willington, Branston, Rolleston, Clays Lane, Stapenhill, Barton, and more.
Routes start after dark, typically from 5:30pm, and cover as many streets as possible each night.
Don’t forget your hats and gloves—this is a magical Burton tradition for children and grown-ups alike!
For the full list of routes and dates... Read More... |
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Monday 1st December
🌙 Evening Events (other than live music) Quiz Night at The Jinnie, Rolleston (Weekly)
Tuesday 2nd December
Have Tea with a Pony at Scropton Horse Centre (Weekly)
Chair Exercise Class at Burton Caribbean Centre (Weekly)
🌙 Evening Events (other than live music)
Friday 5th December
Line Dancing Morning at The Priory Centre, Stretton (Weekly)
🌙 Evening Events (other than live music) Karaoke at The Olde Royal Oak, Market Place
Karaoke & Disco at The Branston Arms, Branston Road (Weekly)
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If you’ve ever craved a Chicken Tikka Rungpuri or a rich, comforting Butter Chicken from Jee-Ja-Jees, we’ve got good news… they’re back!
After more than 20 years as one of Burton’s best-loved Indian restaurants - and a two-year closure - Jee-Ja-Jees has officially reopened, this time as a high-quality takeaway and delivery service.
Still run by local favourite Anser Mahmood, they’re serving up the same award-winning flavours with a fresh new format.
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