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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26 NovThu

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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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Fri 27 Nov15:00

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FestivalsFree

Hertford Town Christmas Gala and Christmas lights switch-on

Christmas lights switch-on at Hertford Town Centre (switch-on in Salisbury Square). From 3pm. Run by Hertford Town Council.

Hertford Town Centre (switch-on in Salisbury Square) · Hertford

Fri 27 Nov15:30

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Christmas Extravaganza at Hertford Museum!

Visit Santa's Grotto, join in with Christmassy crafts, and explore a new enchanted courtyard light display.

Hertford Museum · Hertford

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Fri 27 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

Fri 27 Nov16:00

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Hatfield Festive Friday and Christmas lights switch-on

Christmas lights switch-on at White Lion Square, Hatfield Town Centre. 4pm to 7pm. Run by One Welwyn Hatfield.

White Lion Square · Hatfield

Fri 27 Nov17:00

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FestivalsFree

Royston Christmas Lights Switch-on

Christmas lights switch-on at Royston town centre. From 5pm. Run by Royston First BID / Royston Town Council.

Royston town centre · Royston

Fri 27 Nov17:30

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FestivalsFree

Southdown Christmas Lights Switch On

Christmas lights switch-on at Southdown shops, Harpenden. 5.30pm to 7.30pm. Run by Harpenden Town Council.

Southdown shops · Harpenden

27 NovFri

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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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27 NovFri

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Knebworth Christmas Fair

Hertfordshire's largest festive shopping event.

Knebworth House, Gardens & Park · Old Knebworth

27 NovFri

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Christmas Lights Turn On

Switching on the pub's Christmas lights with a barbecue and a visit from Santa.

The Plough · King's Walden

Sat 28 Nov10:00

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Christmas Charity Fete

Christmas charity fete with Santa and stalls by local businesses.

Bulls Head · Turnford

Sat 28 Nov12:00

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Markets and fairsFree

Garden House Hospice Festive Family Day (Christmas Fair)

Christmas market at St Thomas of Canterbury Church, Wilbury. 12pm to 4pm. Run by Friends of Garden House Hospice.

St Thomas of Canterbury Church · Letchworth Garden City

Sat 28 Nov17:00

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Stevenage Old Town Christmas Lights Switch-On

Christmas lights switch-on at The Bowling Green, Stevenage Old Town. 5pm to 6pm. Run by Stevenage Borough Council.

The Bowling Green · Stevenage

28 NovSat

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Elf Quest

A one-hour enchanted woodland quest following festive clues and riddles to find tiny elf houses and receive a gift.

Celtic Harmony Camp · Brickendon

28 NovSat

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

Tickets

28 NovSat

Family and kids

Christmas at Hertfordshire Zoo 🎅✨ 28th November

Festive seasonal wonderland event for families at Hertfordshire Zoo.

Hertfordshire Zoo (formerly Paradise Wildlife Park) · Broxbourne

28 NovSat

Family and kids

A Palace Visit with Santa

Enter the Old Palace for a magical story through the Knot Garden and fairy-lit Lime Walk before meeting Santa for a photo and a special gift.

Hatfield House · Hatfield

Sun 29 Nov09:00

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Breakfast with Santa

A festive morning including breakfast, a visit from Father Christmas, letter writing, and a surprise for every child.

The Six Bells · St Albans

Sun 29 Nov10:30

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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

Sun 29 Nov14:00

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Markets and fairs

Flaunden Christmas Fayre

A Christmas fayre with craft stalls, children

Flaunden Village Hall · Flaunden

29 NovSun

Family and kids

Elf Quest

A one-hour enchanted woodland quest following festive clues and riddles to find tiny elf houses and receive a gift.

Celtic Harmony Camp · Brickendon

29 NovSun

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

Tickets

29 NovSun

Family and kids

Christmas at Hertfordshire Zoo 🎅✨ 29th November

A festive weekend event celebrating Christmas at Hertfordshire Zoo.

Hertfordshire Zoo (formerly Paradise Wildlife Park) · Broxbourne

29 NovSun

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Festive Printing Press Demo Day

A festive demonstration day showcasing the museum's printing press.

Royston and District Museum · Royston

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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.