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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289 events across Hertfordshire

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Mon 30 Nov · 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.

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Hogwarts in the Snow

Mon 30 Nov

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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Tue 1 Dec · 10:30

Hertford Museum · Hertford

Join for crafts, singing, stories and fun, ideal for ages 2-4 years, including a drink and a snack.

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Tue 1 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.

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Family and kids

Hogwarts in the Snow

Tue 1 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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Christmas Curiositea

Tue 1 Dec

The Queen of Herts · Redbourn

A festive-themed afternoon tea with a cracker per person, available from December 1st to December 24th, 2026.

Wed 2 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

Wed 2 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

Festive Tots

Wed 2 Dec

Royston and District Museum · Royston

A festive-themed activity session for toddlers at the museum.

Thu 3 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

Thu 3 Dec

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

Experience Christmas at Hogwarts with a visit to Warner Bros.

Tickets

Fri 4 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.

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Fri 4 Dec

Watersmeet · Rickmansworth

A seasonal pantomime presented by Paul Holman Associates.

Family and kids

Hogwarts in the Snow

Fri 4 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

Santa Breakfast

Sat 5 Dec · 09:00

The Grand Junction Arms · Tring

A festive breakfast with Santa.

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Breakfast with Santa

Sat 5 Dec · 09:30

The Coach and Horses · Bishop's Stortford

Morning breakfast event featuring Santa.

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Santa's Grotto 2026

Sat 5 Dec · 10:00

South Mill Arts · 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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Kid's Christmas Party

Sat 5 Dec · 10:00

The Nag's Head · Bishop's Stortford

Children's festive party entry for £5 per person.

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Sat 5 Dec · 10:00

STEM Discovery Centre · Stevenage

A hands-on festive science event featuring experiments and crafts including rocket launching, metal etching, and bath bomb making.

Family and kids

Santa's Grotto 2026

Sat 5 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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Breakfast with Santa

Sat 5 Dec · 10:30

The Plough · Cuffley

Festive breakfast featuring activities and a special visitor.

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Sat 5 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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Sat 5 Dec · 12:00

The Black Horse · Brent Pelham

A festive afternoon creating your own Christmas wreath, including all materials, expert tuition and a glass of fizz for £48 per person.

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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.