Chester festive family guide

Christmas events for kids 2026 in Chester & the Wirral

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

  • 16 events across Chester & the Wirral
  • Updated 2 November 2026

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16 Christmas events in Chester

16 family Christmas events across 8 venues in Chester & the Wirral. The first is on Saturday 28 November, and Christmas Day falls on Friday 25 December, with 3 of them on Christmas Eve.

28 Nov · 10am

SEN-Friendly Breakfast with Santa

Santa's grotto · Breakfast & meals with Santa · ASN & relaxed

  • The Ice Cream Farm, Tattenhall
  • Ages 0–10
  • Indoor

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Planning Christmas in Chester

Where can we meet Santa in Chester?

16 Santa's grottos are listed in Chester.

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What Christmas events are there for toddlers in Chester?

13 events in Chester suit toddlers aged 1 to 4.

What pantos and Christmas shows are on for kids in Chester?

One panto or Christmas show is on for kids in Chester.

What Christmas events are there for babies in Chester?

10 events in Chester welcome babies under one.

Are there Santa trains and Christmas rides in Chester?

One Santa train or Christmas ride is on in Chester.

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

Christmas Eve falls on Thursday 24 December this year, and 3 events in Chester are on that day.

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Are there ASN or relaxed Christmas events for kids in Chester?

Yes — 2 additional support needs and relaxed sessions are on in Chester: quieter, calmer times with more space.

Are there indoor Christmas events for kids in Chester?

14 events in Chester are indoors — handy if the weather turns.