Exeter festive family guide

Christmas events for kids 2026 in Exeter & North Devon

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

  • 11 events across Exeter & North Devon
  • Updated 27 October 2026

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11 Christmas events in Exeter

11 family Christmas events across 10 venues in Exeter & North Devon. The first is on Saturday 14 November, and Christmas Day falls on Friday 25 December, with 3 of them on Christmas Eve.

14 Nov · 11am

Christmas Market

Santa's grotto · Markets & fairs

  • Coldharbour Mill, Uffculme
  • Age not given
  • Indoor & outdoor

5–23 Dec

Christmas at Crealy

Santa's grotto · Days out & festivals

  • Crealy Theme Park & Resort, Clyst Saint Mary
  • Ages 0–10
  • Indoor & outdoor

5 Dec · 11:30am

Quiet Santa Special

Santa's grotto · ASN & relaxed

  • Lynton & Barnstaple Railway, Parracombe
  • Ages 0–10
  • Outdoor

5–23 Dec

The Magic of Christmas

Santa's grotto

  • The Milky Way Adventure Park, Higher Clovelly
  • Ages 0–10
  • Indoor & outdoor

6–24 Dec

Santa Specials 2026

Santa's grotto

  • Lynton & Barnstaple Railway, Parracombe
  • Ages 0–10
  • Outdoor
Booking quickly across Exeter & North DevonMany Christmas events sell out early — book soon to avoid disappointment.

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Planning Christmas in Exeter

Where can we meet Santa in Exeter?

11 Santa's grottos are listed in Exeter.

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What Christmas events are there for toddlers in Exeter?

9 events in Exeter suit toddlers aged 1 to 4.

Are there Christmas markets for families in Exeter?

One Christmas market or fair is listed in Exeter.

What Christmas events are there for babies in Exeter?

9 events in Exeter welcome babies under one.

Are there Santa trains and Christmas rides in Exeter?

One Santa train or Christmas ride is on in Exeter.

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

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

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

Yes — one additional support needs or relaxed session is on in Exeter: quieter, calmer times with more space.

Are there indoor Christmas events for kids in Exeter?

9 events in Exeter are indoors — handy if the weather turns.