22 Nov – 24 Dec
Santa's Grotto 2026 at Dobbies Aberdeen
Santa's grotto
- Dobbies Aberdeen, Aberdeen
- Ages 0–10
- Indoor & outdoor
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17 Christmas events in Aberdeen
17 family Christmas events across 12 venues in Aberdeen & Aberdeenshire, 1 of them free. The first is on Sunday 22 November, and Christmas Day falls on Friday 25 December, with 6 of them on Christmas Eve.
27 Nov – 20 Dec
Santa's MEGA Grotto Experience
Santa's grotto
- Wynford Farm Park, Kingswells
- Ages 1–10
- Indoor & outdoor
28 Nov – 24 Dec
Breakfast with Santa - Mintlaw
Santa's grotto · Breakfast & meals with Santa
- Simpsons Aberdeenshire, Peterhead
- Ages 0–10
- Indoor
28 Nov – 20 Dec
Santa Specials at the Royal Deeside Railway
Santa's grotto · Trains & rides
- The Royal Deeside Railway - (Banchory,Station), Banchory
- Ages 0–10
- Indoor & outdoor
28 Nov – 24 Dec
Santa's Breakfast 2026 at Dobbies Aberdeen
Santa's grotto · Breakfast & meals with Santa
- Dobbies Aberdeen, Aberdeen
- Ages 3–10
- Indoor
28 Nov · 2:30pm
Swing Into Christmas with Down for the Count Swing Orchestra
Carols & concerts
- Tivoli Theatre, Aberdeen
- Ages 7+
- Indoor
4–8 Dec
Santa's Quiet Grotto 2026 at Dobbies Aberdeen
Santa's grotto · ASN & relaxed
- Dobbies Aberdeen, Aberdeen
- Ages 0–10
- Indoor & outdoor
13 Dec · 12:30pm
Santa's Lunch at Maryculter House Hotel
Santa's grotto
- Maryculter House, Aberdeen
- Ages 0–10
- Indoor
24 Dec · 10:30am
Santa's BIG Brunch Send-Off
Santa's grotto · Breakfast & meals with Santa
- Wynford Farm Park, Kingswells
- Ages 1–10
- Indoor & outdoor
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Where can we meet Santa in Aberdeen?
12 Santa's grottos are listed in Aberdeen.
- Santa's Grotto 2026 at Dobbies AberdeenDobbies Aberdeen, Aberdeen · 22 Nov – 24 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Santa's MEGA Grotto ExperienceWynford Farm Park, Kingswells · 27 Nov – 20 Dec · Ages 1–10
- Breakfast with Santa - MintlawSimpsons Aberdeenshire, Peterhead · 28 Nov – 24 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Santa Specials at the Royal Deeside RailwayThe Royal Deeside Railway - (Banchory,Station), Banchory · 28 Nov – 20 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Meet Santa @ Mackie's 19.2Mackie's 19.2, Aberdeen · Sat 5 Dec · 11am · Ages 1–10
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What Christmas events are there for toddlers in Aberdeen?
15 events in Aberdeen suit toddlers aged 1 to 4.
- Santa's Grotto 2026 at Dobbies AberdeenDobbies Aberdeen, Aberdeen · 22 Nov – 24 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Santa's MEGA Grotto ExperienceWynford Farm Park, Kingswells · 27 Nov – 20 Dec · Ages 1–10
- Breakfast with Santa - MintlawSimpsons Aberdeenshire, Peterhead · 28 Nov – 24 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Santa Specials at the Royal Deeside RailwayThe Royal Deeside Railway - (Banchory,Station), Banchory · 28 Nov – 20 Dec · Ages 0–10
- The Snow QueenAberdeen Arts Centre, Aberdeen · 28 Nov – 27 Dec · Ages 3–12
Are there free Christmas events for kids in Aberdeen?
Yes — 1 event in Aberdeen is free to go to.
- The Haven Christmas MarketThe Haven, Stonehaven · Sat 5 Dec · 10am
What pantos and Christmas shows are on for kids in Aberdeen?
One panto or Christmas show is on for kids in Aberdeen.
- Storytime in PantolandAberdeen Arts Centre, Aberdeen · Fri 4 Dec · 3pm · Ages 0–5
Are there Christmas markets for families in Aberdeen?
One Christmas market or fair is listed in Aberdeen.
- The Haven Christmas MarketThe Haven, Stonehaven · Sat 5 Dec · 10am
What Christmas events are there for babies in Aberdeen?
9 events in Aberdeen welcome babies under one.
- Santa's Grotto 2026 at Dobbies AberdeenDobbies Aberdeen, Aberdeen · 22 Nov – 24 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Breakfast with Santa - MintlawSimpsons Aberdeenshire, Peterhead · 28 Nov – 24 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Santa Specials at the Royal Deeside RailwayThe Royal Deeside Railway - (Banchory,Station), Banchory · 28 Nov – 20 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Storytime in PantolandAberdeen Arts Centre, Aberdeen · Fri 4 Dec · 3pm · Ages 0–5
- Santa's Magical Room at Banff CastleBanff Castle, Banff · Sat 5 Dec · 9:45am · Ages 0–10
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Are there Santa trains and Christmas rides in Aberdeen?
One Santa train or Christmas ride is on in Aberdeen.
- Santa Specials at the Royal Deeside RailwayThe Royal Deeside Railway - (Banchory,Station), Banchory · 28 Nov – 20 Dec · Ages 0–10
What's on for kids on Christmas Eve in Aberdeen?
Christmas Eve falls on Thursday 24 December this year, and 6 events in Aberdeen are on that day.
- Santa's Grotto 2026 at Dobbies AberdeenDobbies Aberdeen, Aberdeen · Thu 24 Dec
- Breakfast with Santa - MintlawSimpsons Aberdeenshire, Peterhead · Thu 24 Dec · 8:30am
- The Snow QueenAberdeen Arts Centre, Aberdeen · Thu 24 Dec
- Visit SantaGrampian Transport Museum, Alford · Thu 24 Dec
- Santa's BIG Brunch Send-OffWynford Farm Park, Kingswells · Thu 24 Dec · 10:30am
Are there ASN or relaxed Christmas events for kids in Aberdeen?
Yes — one additional support needs or relaxed session is on in Aberdeen: quieter, calmer times with more space.
- Santa's Quiet Grotto 2026 at Dobbies AberdeenDobbies Aberdeen, Aberdeen · 4–8 Dec
Are there indoor Christmas events for kids in Aberdeen?
15 events in Aberdeen are indoors — handy if the weather turns.
- Santa's Grotto 2026 at Dobbies AberdeenDobbies Aberdeen, Aberdeen · 22 Nov – 24 Dec
- Santa's MEGA Grotto ExperienceWynford Farm Park, Kingswells · 27 Nov – 20 Dec
- Breakfast with Santa - MintlawSimpsons Aberdeenshire, Peterhead · 28 Nov – 24 Dec
- Santa Specials at the Royal Deeside RailwayThe Royal Deeside Railway - (Banchory,Station), Banchory · 28 Nov – 20 Dec
- Swing Into Christmas with Down for the Count Swing OrchestraTivoli Theatre, Aberdeen · Sat 28 Nov · 2:30pm
