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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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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Family and kids

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

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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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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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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Christmas With Us

Wed 25 Nov

The Brookmans · Brookmans Park

Celebrate Christmas with plenty of fun, food, and hospitality, including Aubrey Allen steak, Wild Woodland Turkey, or native fish.

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Christmas With Us

Wed 25 Nov

The Three Horseshoes · Letchmore Heath

Indulge in an Aubrey Allen steak, Wild Woodland Turkey, or the best native fish, all paired with award-winning wine or perhaps a classic cocktail.

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Hogwarts in the Snow

Wed 25 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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Thu 26 Nov · 12:00

The Old Guinea · Ridge

A step-by-step festive wreath-making workshop guided by Laura Hall of Hall of Flowers, including a glass of fizz.

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Thu 26 Nov · 12:15

Wyllyotts Theatre · Potters Bar

Why not join us for a delicious Christmas Pre Show meal?

£23
Christmas Memories at Wyllyotts Theatre, Potters Bar
Theatre and shows

Christmas Memories

Thu 26 Nov · 14:00

Wyllyotts Theatre · Potters Bar

Neil Sands and his wonderful cast return with a brand-new production of their must-see Christmas Cracker!

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Thu 26 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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Thu 26 Nov · 16:30

Batford · Harpenden

Christmas lights switch-on at Batford. 4.30pm to 6.30pm. Run by Harpenden Town Council.

Free
Christmas Afternoon Tea at Wyllyotts Theatre, Potters Bar

Thu 26 Nov · 16:30

Wyllyotts Theatre · Potters Bar

Celebrate the festive season with our delicious Christmas Afternoon Tea served in the Dining Room.

From £18
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Thu 26 Nov · 18:00

Dwayne Edwards Ltd · St Albans

Dwayne Edwards Ltd, 25 George Street, St Albans. Listed by Enjoy St Albans; see the listing for full details.

Listed by Enjoy St Albans

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Wreath Making Class

Thu 26 Nov · 18:00

The Old Manor · Potters Bar

Get into the festive spirit by crafting your own beautiful, homemade wreath while enjoying seasonal background music, delicious canapes and a glass of mulled wine.

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Thu 26 Nov · 18:00

Wheathampstead High Street and Station Road · Wheathampstead

Christmas lights switch-on at Wheathampstead High Street and Station Road. 6pm to 8.30pm. Run by Wheathampstead Parish Council.

Free
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Thu 26 Nov · 18:30

The Plough · St Albans

Artist James Lark guides participants step-by-step through painting a classic festive nutcracker soldier, including a mince pie and mulled wine.

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Thu 26 Nov · 19:00

South Mill Arts · Bishop's Stortford

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

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Thu 26 Nov · 19:00

Bishop's Stortford Museum · Bishop's Stortford

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

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Food and drink

Xmas Set Menu

Thu 26 Nov

Eight · Baldock

The Christmas Set Menu is available from Thursday 26th of November.

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Family and kids

Hogwarts in the Snow

Thu 26 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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Markets and fairs

Knebworth Christmas Fair

Fri 27 Nov · 10:00

Knebworth House · Knebworth

Christmas market at Knebworth House. 10am to 4pm. Run by Knebworth House.

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Fri 27 Nov · 11:00

Hertford Castle grounds · Hertford

Christmas market at Hertford Castle grounds. 11am to 6pm. Run by Hertford Town Council.

Free
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Fri 27 Nov · 12:00

The Sibthorpe Arms · Welham Green

Food will be served from 12 noon to 5pm on Sunday, December 27th.

  • +4
Christmas Market & Light Switch-On at The George, Redbourn

Fri 27 Nov · 12:00

The George · Redbourn

Christmas market in the function room with local vendors, followed by the Christmas lights switch-on and a live band.

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Fri 27 Nov · 15:00

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

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

Free
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Fri 27 Nov · 15:30

Hertford Museum · Hertford

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

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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.