Christmas 2019


Get into the festive spirit...

Make your Christmas magical with East Midlands Designer Outlet. From visiting our brand new Santa's Workshop & visiting the man himself, taking selfies in our festive giant wreath and ticking off the wish list for all the family this holiday season. Join us on Thursday 14 November for our annual Christmas Lights Switch on event.

This year we're kicking off the festive season in spectacular fashion! Discover everything you need to know for an unforgettable Christmas...


Visit Santa


At our new Santa's Workshop Grotto

No visit to East Midlands Designer Outlet this Christmas would be complete without seeing Santa and his elves.

New for this year, visit Santa's Workshop and meet Father Christmas himself to collect a free special treat and photo for every child.

Our grotto will be open on 1st December and will remain open right through to Christmas Eve.

Opening Times

Monday - Saturday : 10am - 5pm
Sunday : 10.30am - 3.30pm
Christmas Eve : 9am - 12pm


Christmas Opening Hours


Shop for longer this Christmas with our extended opening hours.


Opening Hours (from 2 December):
Monday - Friday: 9.30am - 8pm
Saturday: 9am - 8pm
Sunday: 10am - 5pm, Larger stores 11am - 5pm

Christmas Week & New Year
Christmas Eve: 9am - 5pm
Christmas Day: Closed
Boxing Day: 9am - 7pm
Friday 27 December: 9am - 8pm
Monday 30 December: 9am - 8pm
New Years Eve: 9am - 6pm
New Years Day: 10am - 6pm

Santa's Workshop: Dates and Times to be confirmed. There is no pre-booking to visit Santa - strictly on a first come, first served basis.

How to find us

Plan your day