A Festive Gala – Saturday 29th of November | 10am–6pm
A free, family-friendly gala of festive fun across Galashiels, ending with a magical torch parade and the Christmas tree switch-on!
Festive Gala – Thank You!
A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for the Festive Gala on Saturday 29th November. Your support made it a fantastic success and a magical start to the festive season in Galashiels.
If you’d like to help us fundraise for our 2026 Christmas lights and festivities, you can show your support by donating. Any support is hugely appreciated.
Follow our town trail to spot the little pink presents hidden in shop windows and in-store. Complete the trail and enter our prize draw for your chance to win fantastic prizes!
HOW TO TAKE PART:
Download or pick up your copy of the trail. Follow the trail and count every pink present you spot.
Complete your trail, then take a clear photo of it. Email your photo to christmas@bidforgalashiels.com with your name & contact number.
Entries close 31st of December; winners notified in January 2026.
PRIZES
Top prize: iPad
Plus, additional prizes
*terms and conditions app
Download your own copy of The Trail or collect a copy from the following shops: Honey Be Bright • Hike and Bike • McDonald’s • Pavilion Cinema • Winter Spring Summer and Fall • Fonehouse • Lavender Touch • Hyre Co • Bulldog Bakes • Cafe Recharge • Vintage Besoms • Guess What? • Jeanie’s Cafe
Browse the community’s event listings and plan your festive calendar.
GAOS Christmas Shopping Night
A Festive Gala
Late Night Shopping
Pavilion Bingo XMAS PARTY
Hosting a festive event in Galashiels?
We’d love to include it in our Christmas in Galashiels listings!
To add your event, simply email us the details – include your event name, date, time, location, and a short description.
Let’s make sure everyone knows what’s happening in Gala this Christmas!
