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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267 events across Hertfordshire

Thu 12 Nov18:45

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Vintage Cult Welcomes the Christmas Lights Switch-On!

Get ready for a fantastic evening of festive fun, live music and Christmas magic!

Red Lion · Stevenage

Fri 13 Nov19:00

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Theatre and shows

Festive Christmas Parties

🎄 Christmas Party Nights at The Sun Hotel 🎉 It’s time to eat, drink and be merry!

Sun Inn · Hitchin

£45.95 deposit

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

Sat 14 Nov18:00

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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 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

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

Wed 18 Nov19:00

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Arts and talks

Candle Making Workshop

A creative evening making scented candles with complimentary mulled wine.

The Terrace · Cuffley

18 NovWed

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Kids Festive Menu

A three-course festive menu for kids, available from 18th November to 31st December, excluding Christmas Day.

The Builders Arms · Potters Bar

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

18 NovWed

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Sharing Plates Menu

Enjoy bar snacks and crowd-pleasing flavours designed for seasonal celebrations and group gatherings, available from 18th November to 31st December, excluding Christmas Day.

The Builders Arms · Potters Bar

18 NovWed

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Food and drink

Festive Menu

Enjoy a two or three-course festive menu, available from 18th November to 31st December, excluding Christmas Day.

The Builders Arms · Potters Bar

18 NovWed

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Festive Pizza Party

A festive pizza and sides menu is available for larger Christmas parties of 12 or more, from November 18th until Boxing Day, excluding Christmas Day.

The Old White Horse · Baldock

18 NovWed

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Food and drink

Festive Menu

The two and three-course festive menu is available from 18th November, featuring dishes like twice-baked Cheddar cheese soufflé and turkey schnitzel burger.

White Hart Tap · St Albans

18 NovWed

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Festive Sharing Plates

Enjoy a selection of bar snacks, perfect for group gatherings and seasonal celebrations, available from 18th November to 31st December excluding Christmas Day.

White Hart Tap · St Albans

18 NovWed

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Food and drink

Festive Menu

A two-course festive menu is available for Christmas parties up to 20 people, from November 18th until Boxing Day, excluding Christmas Day.

The Old White Horse · Baldock

18 NovWed

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Food and drink

Christmas Sharing Plates Menu

Sharing Plates are available from 18th November for seasonal celebrations and group gatherings, with options like pork belly bites and steak & ale mini pie.

White Hart Tap · St Albans

18 NovWed

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Food and drink

Festive Menu

Enjoy a two or three-course festive menu with dishes like twice-baked Cheddar cheese soufflé, turkey schnitzel burger, and panettone bread & butter pudding.

The White Horse · Welwyn

18 NovWed

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Food and drink

Festive Menu

The two and three-course festive menu is available from November 18th to December 31st, excluding Christmas Day.

The Wellington · Borehamwood

18 NovWed

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Family and kids

Kids Festive Menu

The Kids Festive Menu offers three courses for £17.95, available from 18th November.

White Hart Tap · St Albans

19 NovThu

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Food and drink

December Daily Menus

The Christmas Daily Menu features festive favourites, hearty roasts, and rich winter flavours.

The Artichoke · Croxley Green

19 NovThu

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Food and drink

Festive Set Menu

This reduced menu will be running alongside the December Daily Menus, offering a taste of the season.

The Artichoke · Croxley Green

Fri 20 Nov19:00

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Theatre and shows

Festive Christmas Parties

🎄 Christmas Party Nights at The Sun Hotel 🎉 It’s time to eat, drink and be merry!

Sun Inn · Hitchin

£45.95 deposit

20 NovFri

Food and drink

Ladies Night -- Winter Drinks and Catch Up

An evening of festive cocktails and socialising.

The Plough · King's Walden

Sat 21 Nov18:00

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Club nights

The Return of Fat Tony

A Christmas party hosted by Fat Tony.

The Terrace · Cuffley

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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.