Holidays are coming as Coca-Cola Christmas truck returns to Milton Keynes

The famous Coca-Cola Christmas truck is coming to Milton Keynes this festive period.

Tomorrow (10 December), the iconic truck is stopping in the city between 11:00 - 17:00. Milton Keynes is one of just 17 locations the truck is visiting in 2023.

Coca-Cola’s giant vehicle is parking at Centre: MK on Sunday offering a variety of activities for customers who can also take a tour of the truck.

Guests will be welcomed by a walk-in, snow-filled bauble, where the drinks giant is encouraging families to pose for photos. Also shoppers can participate in a game and potentially win meal-inspired rewards and recycled Christmas tree decorations. Further photo opportunities will be available in front of the truck, Coca-Cola has confirmed. There is also a Christmas-related quiz aimed at families.

Coca-Cola is also launching a volunteering scheme and donation drive in Milton Keynes and the other cities it is visiting.

Those looking to donate to a local community supported by Coca-Cola, and its partner on the scheme Neighbourly, can do so online.

Florence Wheatley, brand manager at Coca-Cola Company, Great Britain, said: “Coca-Cola has been spreading Christmas cheer for decades and, this year, we’ve added even more exciting elements to make it as magical and merry as possible. Alongside the beloved 'Holidays Are Coming' advert, we have introduced new elements like the 'World Needs More Santas' TVC and an interactive Santa Quiz. We’re also thrilled to extend our partnership with Neighbourly and emphasise spreading kindness and making a positive impact locally. Together, we want to inspire year-round acts of goodwill and truly make a difference in our communities!"

People who cannot visit Centre: MK on Sunday can access the quiz via Coca-Cola’s app and can win prizes by playing.

Steve Butterworth, CEO at Neighbourly, added: “We’re excited to join forces with Coca-Cola over the festive period. The Christmas Truck Tour is a fantastic way to increase awareness of Neighbourly’s mission to help businesses build stronger communities. The partnership with Coca-Cola is about more than just festivities; it's about making a real difference.”