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15 Christmas events in Cardiff
15 family Christmas events across 10 venues in Cardiff & the Vale. The first is on Saturday 21 November, and Christmas Day falls on Friday 25 December, with 6 of them on Christmas Eve.
21 Nov – 24 Dec
Santa's Family Grotto
Santa's grotto
- A Welsh Coal Mining Experience, Trehafod
- Ages 0–10
- Indoor
21 Nov – 24 Dec
Santa's Toy Mine
Santa's grotto
- A Welsh Coal Mining Experience, Trehafod
- Ages 0–10
- Indoor
21 Nov – 24 Dec
Santa's Toy Mine - Quiet Tours
Santa's grotto · ASN & relaxed
- A Welsh Coal Mining Experience, Trehafod
- Ages 0–10
- Indoor
21 Nov – 24 Dec
Story Time with Santa
Santa's grotto · Shows & storytelling
- A Welsh Coal Mining Experience, Trehafod
- Ages 0–10
- Indoor
21 Nov – 23 Dec
The Gold Christmas Experience 2026
Santa's grotto
- Fonmon Castle, Rhoose
- Ages 0–10
- Indoor & outdoor
28 Nov – 23 Dec
Autism Friendly - The Royal Mint Christmas Experience 2026
Santa's grotto · ASN & relaxed
- The Royal Mint Experience, Ynysmaerdy
- Ages 0–10
- Indoor
28 Nov – 24 Dec
Christmas at The Meadows 2026
Santa's grotto · Days out & festivals
- The Meadows Wildlife Park, Caerphilly
- Ages 0–10
- Outdoor
28 Nov – 23 Dec
Santa Visits at Cefn Mably Farm Park
Santa's grotto
- Cefn Mably Farm Park, Cefn Mably
- Ages 0–10
- Indoor & outdoor
28 Nov – 23 Dec
The Royal Mint Christmas Experience 2026
Santa's grotto
- The Royal Mint Experience, Ynysmaerdy
- Ages 0–10
- Indoor
5–19 Dec
Breakfast with Santa
Santa's grotto · Breakfast & meals with Santa
- IKEA Cardiff, Cardiff
- Ages 0–10
- Indoor
13–20 Dec
Afternoon Tea with Santa
Santa's grotto · Breakfast & meals with Santa
- Bryngarw House, Bridgend
- Ages 0–10
- Indoor
13 Dec · 10am
Brecwast, Stori a Chân gyda Sion Corn - Breakfast, Story and Song with Santa
Santa's grotto
- Theatr Soar, Merthyr Tydfil
- Age not given
- Indoor
Booking quickly across Cardiff & the ValeMany Christmas events sell out early — book soon to avoid disappointment.
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Planning Christmas in Cardiff
Where can we meet Santa in Cardiff?
15 Santa's grottos are listed in Cardiff.
- Noah's Ark Christmas GrottoIKEA Cardiff, Cardiff · 21 Nov – 23 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Santa's Family GrottoA Welsh Coal Mining Experience, Trehafod · 21 Nov – 24 Dec · Ages 0–10
- The Gold Christmas Experience 2026Fonmon Castle, Rhoose · 21 Nov – 23 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Tower GrottoZip World Tower, Aberdare · 21 Nov – 24 Dec · Age not given
- Autism Friendly - The Royal Mint Christmas Experience 2026The Royal Mint Experience, Ynysmaerdy · 28 Nov – 23 Dec · Ages 0–10
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What Christmas events are there for toddlers in Cardiff?
13 events in Cardiff suit toddlers aged 1 to 4.
- Noah's Ark Christmas GrottoIKEA Cardiff, Cardiff · 21 Nov – 23 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Santa's Family GrottoA Welsh Coal Mining Experience, Trehafod · 21 Nov – 24 Dec · Ages 0–10
- The Gold Christmas Experience 2026Fonmon Castle, Rhoose · 21 Nov – 23 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Autism Friendly - The Royal Mint Christmas Experience 2026The Royal Mint Experience, Ynysmaerdy · 28 Nov – 23 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Christmas at The Meadows 2026The Meadows Wildlife Park, Caerphilly · 28 Nov – 24 Dec · Ages 0–10
What pantos and Christmas shows are on for kids in Cardiff?
One panto or Christmas show is on for kids in Cardiff.
- Story Time with SantaA Welsh Coal Mining Experience, Trehafod · 21 Nov – 24 Dec · Ages 0–10
What Christmas events are there for babies in Cardiff?
13 events in Cardiff welcome babies under one.
- Noah's Ark Christmas GrottoIKEA Cardiff, Cardiff · 21 Nov – 23 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Santa's Family GrottoA Welsh Coal Mining Experience, Trehafod · 21 Nov – 24 Dec · Ages 0–10
- The Gold Christmas Experience 2026Fonmon Castle, Rhoose · 21 Nov – 23 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Autism Friendly - The Royal Mint Christmas Experience 2026The Royal Mint Experience, Ynysmaerdy · 28 Nov – 23 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Christmas at The Meadows 2026The Meadows Wildlife Park, Caerphilly · 28 Nov – 24 Dec · Ages 0–10
What's on for kids on Christmas Eve in Cardiff?
Christmas Eve falls on Thursday 24 December this year, and 6 events in Cardiff are on that day.
- Santa's Family GrottoA Welsh Coal Mining Experience, Trehafod · Thu 24 Dec
- Tower GrottoZip World Tower, Aberdare · Thu 24 Dec
- Christmas at The Meadows 2026The Meadows Wildlife Park, Caerphilly · Thu 24 Dec
Are there ASN or relaxed Christmas events for kids in Cardiff?
Yes — 2 additional support needs and relaxed sessions are on in Cardiff: quieter, calmer times with more space.
- Santa's Toy Mine - Quiet ToursA Welsh Coal Mining Experience, Trehafod · 21 Nov – 24 Dec
- Autism Friendly - The Royal Mint Christmas Experience 2026The Royal Mint Experience, Ynysmaerdy · 28 Nov – 23 Dec
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Are there indoor Christmas events for kids in Cardiff?
14 events in Cardiff are indoors — handy if the weather turns.
- Noah's Ark Christmas GrottoIKEA Cardiff, Cardiff · 21 Nov – 23 Dec
- Santa's Family GrottoA Welsh Coal Mining Experience, Trehafod · 21 Nov – 24 Dec
- The Gold Christmas Experience 2026Fonmon Castle, Rhoose · 21 Nov – 23 Dec
- Tower GrottoZip World Tower, Aberdare · 21 Nov – 24 Dec
- Autism Friendly - The Royal Mint Christmas Experience 2026The Royal Mint Experience, Ynysmaerdy · 28 Nov – 23 Dec
