14–15 Nov
A Dorset Christmas Market 2026
Santa's grotto · Markets & fairs
- The Tank Museum, Bovington
- Age not given
- Indoor & outdoor
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20 Christmas events in Bournemouth
20 family Christmas events across 12 venues in Bournemouth & Dorset. The first is on Saturday 14 November, and Christmas Day falls on Friday 25 December, with 1 of them on Christmas Eve.
21–29 Nov
Christmas bubbles with Squidge and Pop
Days out & festivals
- Kingston Lacy, Wimborne
- Ages 2–12
- Outdoor
27 Nov – 23 Dec
Christmas at SEA LIFE Weymouth
Santa's grotto · Days out & festivals
- SEA LIFE Weymouth, Weymouth
- Ages 0–10
- Indoor & outdoor
28 Nov – 24 Dec
Father Christmas Yuletide Express
Santa's grotto · Days out & festivals
- Swanage Railway - Swanage Station, Swanage
- Ages 0–10
- Indoor & outdoor
28 Nov – 23 Dec
Storytelling with Santa
Santa's grotto · Shows & storytelling
- Kingston Lacy, Wimborne
- Ages 0–12
5–6 Dec
Breakfast with Father Christmas
Santa's grotto · Breakfast & meals with Santa
- Farmer Palmer's Farm Park, Organford
- Up to 8
- Indoor
5–21 Dec
Moors Valley Railway Santa Specials
Santa's grotto · Trains & rides
- Moors Valley Country Park & Forest, Ashley Heath
- Ages 0–10
- Indoor & outdoor
5–19 Dec
North Pole Breakfast with Santa
Santa's grotto · Breakfast & meals with Santa
- Museum of East Dorset, Wimborne Minster
- Ages 0–10
- Indoor
5–13 Dec
Santa Special: Relaxed Environment at Moors Valley Railway
Santa's grotto · Trains & rides · ASN & relaxed
- Moors Valley Railway, Ashley Heath
- Ages 0–10
- Indoor & outdoor
5–21 Dec
Santa Specials at Moors Valley Railway
Santa's grotto · Trains & rides
- Moors Valley Railway, Ashley Heath
- Ages 0–10
- Indoor & outdoor
5–23 Dec
Santa's Grotto - Daytime at Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens
Santa's grotto
- Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens, Weymouth
- Ages 0–10
- Indoor & outdoor
5–23 Dec
Santa's Grotto & Illuminate - Dusk at Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens
Santa's grotto · Light trails & displays
- Abbotsbury Subtropical Gardens, Weymouth
- Ages 0–10
- Indoor & outdoor
9 Dec · 10am
Santa's Sensory Grotto
Santa's grotto · ASN & relaxed
- Museum of East Dorset, Wimborne Minster
- Ages 0–3
- Indoor
9 Dec · 4pm
SEND Santa's Grotto
Santa's grotto · ASN & relaxed
- Museum of East Dorset, Wimborne Minster
- Ages 0–10
- Indoor
11–23 Dec
Twilight Farmer Christmas Experience
Santa's grotto
- Farmer Palmer's Farm Park, Organford
- Ages 0–10
- Indoor & outdoor
12–23 Dec
Daytime Farmer Christmas Experience
Santa's grotto
- Farmer Palmer's Farm Park, Organford
- Ages 0–10
- Indoor & outdoor
12–13 Dec
Father Christmas at the Russell-Cotes
Santa's grotto · Days out & festivals
- Russell Cotes Art Gallery & Museum, Bournemouth
- Ages 0–10
- Indoor
18 Dec · 10am
Storytelling with Santa, relaxed sessions
Santa's grotto · Shows & storytelling · ASN & relaxed
- Kingston Lacy, Wimborne
- Ages 0–12
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Where can we meet Santa in Bournemouth?
19 Santa's grottos are listed in Bournemouth.
- A Dorset Christmas Market 2026The Tank Museum, Bovington · 14–15 Nov · Age not given
- Christmas at SEA LIFE WeymouthSEA LIFE Weymouth, Weymouth · 27 Nov – 23 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Father Christmas Yuletide ExpressSwanage Railway - Swanage Station, Swanage · 28 Nov – 24 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Storytelling with SantaKingston Lacy, Wimborne · 28 Nov – 23 Dec · Ages 0–12
- Breakfast with Father ChristmasFarmer Palmer's Farm Park, Organford · 5–6 Dec · Up to 8
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What Christmas events are there for toddlers in Bournemouth?
18 events in Bournemouth suit toddlers aged 1 to 4.
- Christmas bubbles with Squidge and PopKingston Lacy, Wimborne · 21–29 Nov · Ages 2–12
- Christmas at SEA LIFE WeymouthSEA LIFE Weymouth, Weymouth · 27 Nov – 23 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Father Christmas Yuletide ExpressSwanage Railway - Swanage Station, Swanage · 28 Nov – 24 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Breakfast with Father ChristmasFarmer Palmer's Farm Park, Organford · 5–6 Dec · Up to 8
- Moors Valley Railway Santa SpecialsMoors Valley Country Park & Forest, Ashley Heath · 5–21 Dec · Ages 0–10
Where can we see Christmas lights in Bournemouth?
One Christmas light trail or display is on in Bournemouth.
- Santa's Grotto & Illuminate - Dusk at Abbotsbury Subtropical GardensAbbotsbury Subtropical Gardens, Weymouth · 5–23 Dec
What pantos and Christmas shows are on for kids in Bournemouth?
2 pantos and Christmas shows are on for kids in Bournemouth.
- Storytelling with SantaKingston Lacy, Wimborne · 28 Nov – 23 Dec · Ages 0–12
Are there Christmas markets for families in Bournemouth?
One Christmas market or fair is listed in Bournemouth.
- A Dorset Christmas Market 2026The Tank Museum, Bovington · 14–15 Nov
What Christmas events are there for babies in Bournemouth?
17 events in Bournemouth welcome babies under one.
- Christmas at SEA LIFE WeymouthSEA LIFE Weymouth, Weymouth · 27 Nov – 23 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Father Christmas Yuletide ExpressSwanage Railway - Swanage Station, Swanage · 28 Nov – 24 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Storytelling with SantaKingston Lacy, Wimborne · 28 Nov – 23 Dec · Ages 0–12
- Breakfast with Father ChristmasFarmer Palmer's Farm Park, Organford · 5–6 Dec · Up to 8
- Moors Valley Railway Santa SpecialsMoors Valley Country Park & Forest, Ashley Heath · 5–21 Dec · Ages 0–10
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Are there Santa trains and Christmas rides in Bournemouth?
3 Santa trains and Christmas rides are on in Bournemouth.
- Moors Valley Railway Santa SpecialsMoors Valley Country Park & Forest, Ashley Heath · 5–21 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Santa Special: Relaxed Environment at Moors Valley RailwayMoors Valley Railway, Ashley Heath · 5–13 Dec · Ages 0–10
What's on for kids on Christmas Eve in Bournemouth?
Christmas Eve falls on Thursday 24 December this year, and 1 event in Bournemouth is on that day.
- Father Christmas Yuletide ExpressSwanage Railway - Swanage Station, Swanage · Thu 24 Dec
Are there ASN or relaxed Christmas events for kids in Bournemouth?
Yes — 4 additional support needs and relaxed sessions are on in Bournemouth: quieter, calmer times with more space.
- Santa Special: Relaxed Environment at Moors Valley RailwayMoors Valley Railway, Ashley Heath · 5–13 Dec
- Santa's Sensory GrottoMuseum of East Dorset, Wimborne Minster · Wed 9 Dec · 10am
- Storytelling with Santa, relaxed sessionsKingston Lacy, Wimborne · Fri 18 Dec · 10am
Are there indoor Christmas events for kids in Bournemouth?
17 events in Bournemouth are indoors — handy if the weather turns.
- A Dorset Christmas Market 2026The Tank Museum, Bovington · 14–15 Nov
- Christmas at SEA LIFE WeymouthSEA LIFE Weymouth, Weymouth · 27 Nov – 23 Dec
- Father Christmas Yuletide ExpressSwanage Railway - Swanage Station, Swanage · 28 Nov – 24 Dec
- Breakfast with Father ChristmasFarmer Palmer's Farm Park, Organford · 5–6 Dec
- Moors Valley Railway Santa SpecialsMoors Valley Country Park & Forest, Ashley Heath · 5–21 Dec
