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.

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Christmas highlights.

Sat 14 Nov18:00
Christmas Lights Switch On: Afterparty at The Red Hart, Hitchin
Festivals

Christmas Lights Switch On: Afterparty

🎄 BRING ON THE HOLIDAYS 🎄 Join us straight after the Lights Switch On in the town square for live music, mulled wine and the start of Christmas festivities at Kite.

The Red Hart · Hitchin

Sun 15 Nov19:30
Step Into Christmas at The Alban Arena, St Albans
Live music

Step Into Christmas

Showing at The Alban Arena…Get ready to Step into Christmas once again for the most magical, feel-good show of the year!

The Alban Arena · St Albans

£35

Sun 15 Nov19:30
Christmas in Ireland at Gordon Craig Theatre, Stevenage
Live music

Christmas in Ireland

Showing at The Gordon Craig Theatre… Christmas in Ireland This Christmas, experience the heart, humour and spirit of Ireland, with Christmas in Ireland.

Gordon Craig Theatre · Stevenage

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Wed 11 Nov16:00
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Christmas Youth Club Parties

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.

Rye House Kart Raceway · Hoddesdon

14 NovSat
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Hogwarts in the Snow

Experience Christmas at Hogwarts with a visit to Warner Bros.

Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter · Leavesden

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Sat 14 Nov09:30
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Christmas with the Snow Sisters

A festive family experience with the Snow Sisters featuring breakfast pancakes, meet and greets, crafts, story time, and a sing-along.

The Old Guinea · Ridge

Pubs and bars.

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Live music

Live Music

Laila Kitchen hosts live music every Saturday, including throughout the festive season.

Laila Kitchen · Cheshunt

Sun 15 Nov12:00
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Sunday roasts

Festive Sundays

The restaurant offers a festive menu on Sundays during the Christmas season.

Pig and Whistle · Aston

Sat 21 Nov20:00
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Live music

Take That Tribute

Festive party night featuring a Take That tribute act for £45 per person.

The Vine · Waltham Cross

Food and drink.

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16 NovMon
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Christmas Party in Harpenden

Celebrate the season with a three-course Festive Party Menu, including meze, a charcoal-grilled main, and a festive dessert platter, with live music for groups of 8+.

Losh Bar and Grill · Harpenden

Tue 17 Nov12:00
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Food and drink

Christmas Parties

Celebrate the festive season with Christmas parties and festive get-togethers, with festive menus available from this date.

Red Lion Hotel · Radlett

18 NovWed
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Festive Menu

Celebrate the season with a three-course festive menu featuring classic Christmas dishes for £39.50, available from Wednesday 18th November until Boxing Day, excluding Christmas Day.

Old Cock Inn · Harpenden

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Fri 11 Dec19:00
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Quiz nights

Christmas quiz

Our Christmas quiz at the brewery taproom in Bishop's Stortford, hosted by Quizmaster Pete, costs £2 a head.

The Belgian Brewer · Bishop's Stortford

Fri 11 Dec19:30
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Comedy

Scummy Mummies: Christmas Show

Ho, Ho, Ho...it's the Scummy Mummies Christmas Show! Due to popular demand, comedians Helen Thorn and Ellie Gibson are bringing their special Christmas-themed comedy show back to South Mill Arts! Expect scummy carols, yuletide sketches, festive stand-up and very scummy Santa stories! Book your tickets now, before it sells out! Guaranteed to make you feel normal about your parenting skills, or very smug about being child-free. Bring your mates, pop a panty liner in, and let’s party! ‘Highly recommended! 5 stars’ – One4Review ‘Very funny’ – The Guardian ‘Hilarious’ – Broadway Baby Approx 1hr 40

South Mill Arts · Bishop's Stortford

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Fri 11 Dec19:30
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Comedy

Scummy Mummies: Christmas Show

Ho, Ho, Ho...it's the Scummy Mummies Christmas Show! Due to popular demand, comedians Helen Thorn and Ellie Gibson are bringing their special Christmas-themed comedy show back to South Mill Arts! Expect scummy carols, yuletide sketches, festive stand-up and very scummy Santa stories! Book your tickets now, before it sells out! Guaranteed to make you feel normal about your parenting skills, or very smug about being child-free. Bring your mates, pop a panty liner in, and let’s party! ‘Highly recommended! 5 stars’ – One4Review ‘Very funny’ – The Guardian ‘Hilarious’ – Broadway Baby Approx 1hr 40

Bishop's Stortford Museum · Bishop's Stortford

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Fri 11 Dec19:30
Step Into Christmas at Gordon Craig Theatre, Stevenage
Live music

Step Into Christmas

Showing in the Stevenage Concert Hall… Step Into Christmas Back for 2026, bigger and better, your Christmas starts here!

Gordon Craig Theatre · Stevenage

Fri 11 Dec20:00
Desert Penguins Crimbo Bash at The Horn, St Albans
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Desert Penguins Crimbo Bash

A Christmas Party featuring the excellent covers band The Desert Penguins - Free Entry

The Horn · St Albans

Fri 11 Dec20:00
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Club nightsFree

Christmas Disco Party Night

As the party atmosphere ramps up with 2 weeks left till Christmas, come and join our Festive DJ and get in the party spirit with our Festive Disco Night!

Old Red Lion · Stevenage

11 DecFri
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Food and drink

Christmas Menu

A special Christmas menu offering 2 or 3 courses for 33.95 or 39.95 per person, available for group bookings.

Golden Fleece · Braughing

11 DecFri
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Family and kids

Storytime with Father Christmas

Storytime with Father Christmas is an immersive event.

Pier Pressure Welwyn Escape Rooms · Welwyn Garden City

11 DecFri
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Theatre and shows

Peter Pan - Adventure pantomime

Paul Holman Associates presents the Peter Pan adventure pantomime.

Watersmeet · Rickmansworth

11 DecFri
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Family and kids

Hogwarts in the Snow

Experience Christmas at Hogwarts with a visit to Warner Bros.

Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter · Leavesden

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11 DecFri
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Arts and talks

Festive Print & Prosseco

This festive print event with Prosecco costs £15 and requires booking.

Royston and District Museum · Royston

Sat 12 Dec09:00
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Breakfast with Santa

Families can enjoy breakfast with Santa.

Red Lion · Hemel Hempstead

Sat 12 Dec09:00
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Breakfast with Santa

Have breakfast with Santa at The Red Lion.

Ye Olde Red Lion · Hemel Hempstead

Sat 12 Dec09:00
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Breakfast With Santa

Join for a festive breakfast with Santa, including breakfast from the menu, activities, and a visit from Santa.

The George · Redbourn

Sat 12 Dec09:30
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Breakfast with the Cheeky Elves

Get ready for a morning of festive mischief and Christmas magic, joining the cheeky elves for an unforgettable experience packed with laughter, music, dancing, games and festive fun.

The Old Guinea · Ridge

Sat 12 Dec10:00
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Santa's Grotto 2026

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

South Mill Arts · Bishop's Stortford

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Sat 12 Dec10:00
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Santa's Grotto 2026

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

Bishop's Stortford Museum · Bishop's Stortford

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Sat 12 Dec10:00
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Breakfast With Santa

Breakfast, juice, gift & polaroid included. Adults pay. £17.50pp

The Crocodile · Cheshunt

Sat 12 Dec10:00
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Breakfast with Santa

BREAKFAST WITH SANTA AT THE THREE MOORHENS!

The Three Moorhens · Hitchin

£11.95

Sat 12 Dec10:00
Family and kids

Breakfast With Santa

Join us on either the 12th or 19th December for Breakfast with SANTA!

The Old Bell Pub · Hemel Hempstead

£11.95 deposit

Sat 12 Dec10:00
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Markets and fairsFree

Welwyn Garden City Food & Craft Market

Market at Stonehills, Welwyn Garden City. 10am to 4pm. Christmas market every Saturday from 28 November; no market in January or February.

Stonehills · Welwyn Garden City

Sat 12 Dec10:30
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Santa Saturday!

Visit Santa in his grotto, join in with Christmassy crafts, and explore the enchanted courtyard.

Hertford Museum · Hertford

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Sat 12 Dec10:30
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A Palace Visit with Santa

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.

Hatfield House · Hatfield

Sat 12 Dec10:30
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Theatre and shows

Panto 2026: Beauty & the Beast

After the record-breaking pantomime in 2025, Big Adventure Productions returns with the fairytale classic Beauty & the Beast, written and directed by Ian McFarlane. A magical story of enchanted roses, wicked spells and heroic princesses. With an all singing/all dancing cast of professional performers and lots of audience participation, don’t miss out on the next pantomime adventure! The performance on Tuesday, 29th December at 11am is a relaxed performance, ideal for those who would benefit from a more comfortable environment, with the lights a bit brighter and the sound slightly softer. Pleas

South Mill Arts · Bishop's Stortford

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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.