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

Family and kids.

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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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14 NovSat
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Live music

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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16 NovMon
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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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Food and drink

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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Food and drink

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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Sun 29 Nov15:30
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Theatre and shows

A Christmas Carol: The Pantomime

Book your tickets for next Christmas and see A Christmas Carol: The Pantomime at Watford Palace Theatre - a remix of Dickens’ tale with a Watford twist!

Watford Palace Theatre · Watford

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Sun 29 Nov16:30
Christmas Afternoon Tea at Wyllyotts Theatre, Potters Bar
Food and drink

Christmas Afternoon Tea

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

Wyllyotts Theatre · Potters Bar

From £18

29 NovSun
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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
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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

Tickets

29 NovSun
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Arts and talks

Festive Printing Press Demo Day

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

Royston and District Museum · Royston

29 NovSun
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Festivals

Hoddesdon Loves Xmas

High Street, Hoddesdon. Listed by Visit Herts; see the listing for full details.

Hoddesdon

£0Listed by Visit Herts

29 NovSun
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Christmas in Hertford

Hertford. Listed by Hertford Town Council; see the listing for full details.

Hertford

Listed by Hertford Town Council

Mon 30 Nov10:00
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Markets and fairs

Christmas Market

A Christmas market featuring local crafts and produce.

The Bright Star · Breachwood Green

Mon 30 Nov12:00
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Food and drink

Christmas Food Service

Food will be served from 12 noon to 3pm and 5pm to 8:15pm on Wednesday, December 30th.

The Sibthorpe Arms · Welham Green

Mon 30 Nov16:00
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Family and kids

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

30 NovMon
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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

Tickets

Tue 1 Dec10:30
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Family and kids

Teeny Tiny Toddler Christmas

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

Hertford Museum · Hertford

Tue 1 Dec10:30
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Theatre and shows

A Christmas Carol: The Pantomime

Book your tickets for next Christmas and see A Christmas Carol: The Pantomime at Watford Palace Theatre - a remix of Dickens’ tale with a Watford twist!

Watford Palace Theatre · Watford

Tickets

Tue 1 Dec14:00
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Film

The Man Who Invented Christmas (PG)

Charles Dickens, a failed author, finds himself in a financial crisis.

The Old Town Hall · Hemel Hempstead

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Tue 1 Dec16:00
Family and kids

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

Tue 1 Dec17:00
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Festivals

Carols at the Galleria

Town centre. Listed by Hatfield Town Council; see the listing for full details.

Town centre · Hatfield

Listed by Hatfield Town Council

Tue 1 Dec18:30
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Classical

Christmas Choir Evenings

Get into the Christmas spirit with us!Join us for a heartwarming evening of Christmas carols and festive cheer on..Tuesday 1st DecemberTuesday 8th December Monday 14th December from 6.30pm to…

The Prae Wood Arms · St Albans

Tue 1 Dec19:00
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Arts and talks

Festive Wreath Making

Two-hour creative workshop guided by a local florist to craft a Christmas wreath.

The Bull Inn · Much Hadham

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Tue 1 Dec19:30
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Food and drink

Christmas Wine Tasting #2

The second Christmas wine tasting event.

Dalling & Co · Kings Langley

Tue 1 Dec20:00
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Arts and talks

Hoppy Holiday Wreath Making Workshop For 2

Get into the festive spirit at Beer Shop Hitchin with a wreath making workshop hosted by local expert Katrina, which includes all materials, £10 towards drinks, and a festive mince pie.

Beer Shop · Hitchin

1 DecTue
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Christmas Wreath Workshop

11 Station Rd. Listed by Visit Herts; see the listing for full details.

Knebworth

£55Listed by Visit Herts

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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.