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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135 events across Hertfordshire

13 DecSun

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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

13 DecSun

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Family and kids

Breakfast with Santa

Join for Christmas magic, a delicious breakfast, and a special gift from Santa for every little guest.

The Terrace · Cuffley

Mon 14 Dec20:00

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Clubs and groups

Talks by members with Christmas eats and drinks

A meeting featuring talks by members, accompanied by Christmas food and drinks.

Potters Bar Museum · Potters Bar

Wed 16 Dec18:00

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Live music

Christmas with Elvis

Join us this Christmas as our all action Elvis performs all the hits while you have a great 3 course dinner for £47.50.

The Bull · Cottered

16 DecWed

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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 17 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

17 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

17 DecThu

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Classical

Beer & Carols 2026

Join for Beer & Carols.

The Cricketers of · Redbourn

Fri 18 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

18 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 19 Dec09:00

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Family and kids

Breakfast With Santa

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

The George · Redbourn

19 DecSat

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 20 Dec09:00

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Family and kids

Breakfast With Santa

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

The George · Redbourn

Sun 20 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 20 Dec12:00

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Food and drink

Afternoon Tea with Santa Sunday 20th December 2026

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

Down Hall Hotel & Spa · Sawbridgeworth

20 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

20 DecSun

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Food and drink

Festive Afternoon Tea

Letchworth Lane. Listed by Visit Herts; see the listing for full details.

Willian

Listed by Visit Herts

Mon 21 Dec12:00

Food and drink

Afternoon Tea with Santa Monday 21st December 2026

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

Down Hall Hotel & Spa · Sawbridgeworth

Tue 22 Dec12:00

Food and drink

Afternoon Tea with Santa Tuesday 22nd December 2026

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

Down Hall Hotel & Spa · Sawbridgeworth

Wed 23 Dec12:00

Food and drink

Afternoon Tea with Santa Wednesday 23rd December 2026

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

Down Hall Hotel & Spa · Sawbridgeworth

23 DecWed

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 24 Dec13:00

Food and drink

Thursday Festive Lunches

A festive Christmas lunch served with drinks and good company.

The Terrace · Cuffley

24 DecThu

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 25 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

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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.