Tis' the season to do something different this year. Grab your Santa hat and festive jumper as we break down the best things to do on Christmas Day in Bournemouth for 2026. Don't worry, while most shops may be closed, you'll still get your holiday fix whether you're sipping on winter-inspired tipples or enjoying a three-course feast.
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Last updated on 2nd January 2026
If you want to spend Christmas Day at Bournemouth restaurants, why not go to Aruba, as it puts on an equally awesome spread in the winter as it does summer. Looking over the sea, feast on a two or three-course meal, with the option of festive sharing platters too. Think turkey, beef and salmon plus plenty of veggie dishes.
Celebrate with loved ones this Christmas Day at BrewDog in Bournemouth, where beer steals turkey's limelight. There's a vast range of in-house beverages as well as guest appearances from the brewery's favourites, along with plenty of wines, spirits and cocktails. Hungry? Load up on delicious, festive grub too.
Looking for restaurants open on Christmas Day in Bournemouth? Head to the Grosvenor Casino around the corner from the seafront. Play a wide range of classic table games like blackjack and roulette, plus electronic slots, then tuck into some cracking food and drinks packages.
The Libertine in Westbourne was made for a Christmas lunch in Bournemouth 2026, offering a divine feast to wolf down on the big day with family and friends. On the menu of the relaxed, cosy gastropub are a range of quality roasts all served with a double egg Yorkshire pudding, goose fat roast potatoes, maple roast parsnips and gravy.
