Bristol festive family guide

Christmas events for kids 2026 in Bristol & North Somerset

Meet Santa, explore light trails, browse festive markets and enjoy family shows across Bristol & North Somerset. From historic streets to countryside days out, find the best Christmas plans for the whole family — with dates, ages and prices in one place.

  • 8 events across Bristol & North Somerset
  • Updated 3 November 2026

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8 Christmas events in Bristol

8 family Christmas events across 8 venues in Bristol & North Somerset. The first is on Saturday 21 November, and Christmas Day falls on Friday 25 December, with 5 of them on Christmas Eve.

12–23 Dec

Breakfast with Father Christmas

Santa's grotto · Breakfast & meals with Santa

  • Wolfridge Alpaca Barn, Alveston
  • Ages 4–11
  • Indoor & outdoor
Booking quickly across Bristol & North SomersetMany Christmas events sell out early — book soon to avoid disappointment.

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Planning Christmas in Bristol

Where can we meet Santa in Bristol?

8 Santa's grottos are listed in Bristol.

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What Christmas events are there for toddlers in Bristol?

7 events in Bristol suit toddlers aged 1 to 4.

What Christmas events are there for babies in Bristol?

5 events in Bristol welcome babies under one.

Are there Santa trains and Christmas rides in Bristol?

One Santa train or Christmas ride is on in Bristol.

What's on for kids on Christmas Eve in Bristol?

Christmas Eve falls on Thursday 24 December this year, and 5 events in Bristol are on that day.

Are there indoor Christmas events for kids in Bristol?

8 events in Bristol are indoors — handy if the weather turns.