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.

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

All Christmas (353)Family and kids (98)Pubs and bars (52)Food and drink (48)Arts and talks (36)Music (34)Theatre and shows (30)Markets and fairs (27)Festivals (13)Comedy (6)Film (3)Sport and outdoors (3)Clubs and groups (3)

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Food and drink

Christmas Menu

The Christmas menu will be served from 2nd to 23rd December, Wednesday to Saturday, with two courses for £30 or three for £35.

The Bell Inn · Bovingdon

2 DecWed

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Food and drink

Festive Set Menu

A festive set menu is available for groups of 6 or more, served at lunch and dinner Wednesday to Saturday, with roast turkey on Sundays.

Fox & Hounds · Barley

2 DecWed

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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

Thu 3 Dec13:00

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Food and drink

Thursday Festive Lunches

A festive Christmas lunch served with drinks and good company.

The Terrace · Cuffley

3 DecThu

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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

Fri 4 Dec18:00

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Club nights

Christmas Parties

Party with a live DJ and buffet in the function room, including a Christmas cracker and a welcome drink for £35 per person.

The George · Redbourn

Fri 4 Dec19:00

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Live music

Festive Party Night

An ABBA duo tribute night featuring a drink on arrival and a three-course festive meal.

The King's Mead · Ware

Fri 4 Dec19:00

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Club nights

Christmas Party Night

Enjoy a Christmas party night with a live DJ and festive food.

Poachers · Stevenage

Fri 4 Dec19:00

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Clubs and groups

Bottomless Bingo – Christmas Party Edition

Enjoy a Christmas party Bottomless Bingo with Prosecco, a spritz on entry, house beer and cider, and spirits and mixers for £30 per person.

The Albert Inn · Hitchin

4 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

Sat 5 Dec09:00

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Family and kids

Santa Breakfast

A festive breakfast with Santa.

The Grand Junction Arms · Tring

Sat 5 Dec09:30

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Family and kids

Breakfast with Santa

Morning breakfast event featuring Santa.

The Coach and Horses · Bishop's Stortford

Sat 5 Dec10:30

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Family and kids

Breakfast with Santa

Festive breakfast featuring activities and a special visitor.

The Plough · Cuffley

Sat 5 Dec15:00

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Food and drink

Bottomless brunch - Mariah Carey's Christmas Cracker

🎄 Mariah Carey's Christmas Cracker Bottomless Brunch 🎄 All I Want for Christmas Is… BOTTOMLESS BRUNCH!

The London Stone · St Albans

£40

5 DecSat

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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

Sun 6 Dec12:00

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Sunday roasts

Festive Sundays

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

Pig and Whistle · Aston

Sun 6 Dec12:00

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Food and drink

Afternoon Tea with Santa Sunday 6th December 2026

at Down Hall Hotel & Spa, Bishops Stortford. Tickets on Ticketmaster.

Down Hall Hotel & Spa · Sawbridgeworth

Sun 6 Dec17:30

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Markets and fairs

The Ultimate Christmas Market

Christmas market featuring food, wine, gifts, live music, and mulled wine.

The Angel · Hitchin

6 DecSun

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

Mon 7 Dec14:00

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Classical

December - Christmas Carols & Festive Food

An event to get in the Christmas spirit with songs, carols, and festive food, with tickets costing £12 per person.

Little Hadham Village Hall · Little Hadham

Mon 7 Dec19:00

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Theatre and shows

Festive Murder Mystery: Poison in the Pudding

A festive murder mystery evening titled Poison in the Pudding.

The Grand Junction Arms · Tring

Mon 7 Dec19:00

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Arts and talks

Festive Table Decorating

A festive table decorating workshop with Sage Garden, including mulled wine and a mince pie for £58 per person.

The King's Mead · Ware

Mon 7 Dec19:30

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Food and drink

Gingerbread Decorating

Gingerbread house making evening for £15 per person, including a kit and a festive cocktail.

The White Horse · Bourne End

Tue 8 Dec18:30

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Food and drink

Gingerbread House Night

£15 pp - includes festive cocktail and prizes

The Jolly Fisherman · Stanstead St Margarets

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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.