Cambridge festive family guide

Christmas events for kids 2026 in Cambridge & Cambridgeshire

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

  • 9 events across Cambridge & Cambridgeshire
  • Updated 2 November 2026

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9 Christmas events in Cambridge

9 family Christmas events across 8 venues in Cambridge & Cambridgeshire. The first is on Saturday 14 November, and Christmas Day falls on Friday 25 December, with 1 of them on Christmas Eve.

21 Nov – 24 Dec

Christmas Special

Santa's grotto

  • Audley End Enchanted Railway, Saffron Walden
  • Ages 0–10
  • Outdoor

29 Nov – 23 Dec

Father Christmas at the Fen 2026

Santa's grotto · Days out & festivals

  • National Trust - Wicken Fen Nature Reserve, ELY
  • Ages 0–10
  • Indoor

12 Dec · 10am

Christmas at the Museum 2026

Santa's grotto · Days out & festivals

  • National Horseracing Museum, Newmarket
  • Ages 0–10
  • Outdoor
Booking quickly across Cambridge & CambridgeshireMany Christmas events sell out early — book soon to avoid disappointment.

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Planning Christmas in Cambridge

Where can we meet Santa in Cambridge?

9 Santa's grottos are listed in Cambridge.

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What Christmas events are there for toddlers in Cambridge?

7 events in Cambridge suit toddlers aged 1 to 4.

Are there Christmas markets for families in Cambridge?

One Christmas market or fair is listed in Cambridge.

What Christmas events are there for babies in Cambridge?

6 events in Cambridge welcome babies under one.

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

Christmas Eve falls on Thursday 24 December this year, and 1 event in Cambridge is on that day.

Are there indoor Christmas events for kids in Cambridge?

5 events in Cambridge are indoors — handy if the weather turns.