Family and kids
The Pixie and The Christmas Pudding
Sun 20 Dec · 11:00
The Old Town Hall · Hemel Hempstead
It’s Christmas Eve on the farm, and the chickens, pigs and cows are fast asleep.
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Christmas in Hertfordshire.
In season · 353 listedChristmas markets, lights switch-ons, pantomimes and carol services across Hertfordshire, with dates, prices and the organiser's page for each.
- Listed
- 353
- Towns and villages
- 67
- For families
- 98
- Free entry
- 62
289 events across Hertfordshire
Classical
Christmas Carols with Jon Cope
Sun 20 Dec · 19:00
The Belgian Brewer · Bishop's Stortford
An evening of singing carols with Jon Cope, led from the front and open to everyone.
Family and kids
Elf Quest
Sun 20 Dec
Celtic Harmony Camp · Brickendon
A one-hour enchanted woodland quest following festive clues and riddles to find tiny elf houses and receive a gift.
Theatre and shows
Peter Pan - Adventure pantomime
Sun 20 Dec
Watersmeet · Rickmansworth
Paul Holman Associates presents the Peter Pan adventure pantomime.
Family and kids
Hogwarts in the Snow
Sun 20 Dec
Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter · Leavesden
Experience Christmas at Hogwarts with a visit to Warner Bros.
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Family and kids
The Santa Express - Lost in Lapland
Sun 20 Dec
Spotlight Theatre · Hoddesdon
£19–£25
Family and kids
Santa's Grotto 2026
Mon 21 Dec · 10:00
Bishop's Stortford Museum · Bishop's Stortford
Santa is so excited to see you this holiday season; he's left the elves in charge of toy-making while he makes a special trip to South Mill Arts ! ✨ Begin your festive adventure with a fun and creative craft activity , perfect for getting into the holiday spirit. 🎁 Then, journey down to meet Santa Claus himself! He’ll share all the magical secrets of his festive preparations — and every child will receive a special gift to take home. 🍪 To finish your visit, enjoy delicious hot chocolate and cookies in our cosy VIP Christmas Café — the perfect treat to end a truly magical experience. Our rela
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Family and kids
Festive Family Days
Mon 21 Dec · 10:00
Celtic Harmony Camp · Brickendon
Celebrate midwinter with outdoor adventures, festive crafts, drumming workshops, storytelling by the fire, and a special letter to Father Christmas.
Family and kids
A Palace Visit with Santa
Mon 21 Dec · 10:30
Hatfield House · Hatfield
Step through the Secret Door and along the fairy-lit Lime Walk, overlooking the Knot Garden, before meeting Santa for a photo and special gift.
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Family and kids
Dear Santa
Mon 21 Dec · 11:00
Hertford Theatre · Hertford
Santa is determined to deliver the most fantastic Christmas present to Sarah, but he doesn't get it right straight away!
Family and kids
Mama G's Baby Panto - Adult Tickets
Mon 21 Dec · 11:00
Hertford Theatre · Hertford
Family and kids
Mama G's Baby Panto
Mon 21 Dec · 11:00
Hertford Theatre · Hertford
Family and kids
Christmas Youth Club Parties
Mon 21 Dec · 16:00
Rye House Kart Raceway · Hoddesdon
Rye House Kart Raceway offers youth clubs and larger groups (ages 8–15) a weekday Christmas winter package at an exclusive price of £50 per head, including qualifying, a 20-minute sprint race, podium presentation, and a meal.
Family and kids
Hogwarts in the Snow
Mon 21 Dec
Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter · Leavesden
Experience Christmas at Hogwarts with a visit to Warner Bros.
Tickets
Family and kids
The Santa Express - Lost in Lapland
Mon 21 Dec
Spotlight Theatre · Hoddesdon
£19–£25
Theatre and shows
Peter Pan - Adventure pantomime
Mon 21 Dec
Watersmeet · Rickmansworth
Paul Holman Associates presents the Peter Pan adventure pantomime.
Family and kids
The Pixie and The Christmas Pudding
Tue 22 Dec · 11:00
The Old Town Hall · Hemel Hempstead
It’s Christmas Eve on the farm, and the chickens, pigs and cows are fast asleep.
Tickets
Family and kids
Mama G's Baby Panto - Adult Tickets
Tue 22 Dec · 11:00
Hertford Theatre · Hertford
Family and kids
Peg Doll Fairy – Kids Craft Workshop
Tue 22 Dec · 15:50
North Hertfordshire Museum · Hitchin
◉ Tuesday 22 December, 10.45am or 12pm Create a magical peg doll fairy to decorate your Christmas tree in this festive craft workshop.
£7
Family and kids
Christmas Youth Club Parties
Tue 22 Dec · 16:00
Rye House Kart Raceway · Hoddesdon
Rye House Kart Raceway offers youth clubs and larger groups (ages 8–15) a weekday Christmas winter package at an exclusive price of £50 per head, including qualifying, a 20-minute sprint race, podium presentation, and a meal.
Family and kids
Santa Storyboats
Tue 22 Dec · 17:00
The Paper Trail - The Paper Mill Museum · Hemel Hempstead
22 December 2026 @ 2:30 AM - 5:00 PM - Close to Christmas we offer our Santa boats with special guest on board!
£12
Family and kids
Breakfast with Santa
Tue 22 Dec
Battle Axes · Elstree
Enjoy a magical Breakfast with Santa for £12 per child this December.
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£5–£12
Family and kids
The Santa Express - Lost in Lapland
Tue 22 Dec
Spotlight Theatre · Hoddesdon
£19–£25
Family and kids
Breakfast with Santa
Tue 22 Dec
The Green Man · Great Offley
Enjoy a magical Breakfast with Santa for £12 per child this December.
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£5–£12
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Christmas in Hertfordshire, from what we list.
- When are the Christmas events in Hertfordshire in 2026?
- There are 353 listed, from Mon 9 Nov to Sun 27 Dec. The busiest date is Sat 5 Dec, with 34.
- When is the next Christmas event in Hertfordshire?
- The next we list is Christmas Artisan Fair and 3-Day Art Fair at St Albans Cathedral (Mon 9 Nov, 9.30am). After that: Christmas Youth Club Parties at Rye House Kart Raceway (Wed 11 Nov, 4pm) and Five Star Swing at Christmas at Watersmeet (Wed 11 Nov).
- Are there free Christmas events in Hertfordshire?
- Yes: Vintage Cult Welcomes the Christmas Lights Switch-On! at Red Lion (Thu 12 Nov, 6.45pm), Hitchin Christmas Tree Lights Switch On (Sat 14 Nov, 11.30am) and Hemel Hempstead Christmas Light Switch-On (Sat 14 Nov, 1pm), and 59 more.
- Which towns in Hertfordshire have the most Christmas events?
- St Albans, with 39; then Bishop's Stortford (25), Hitchin (22) and Stevenage (19). 65 towns have something listed in all.