20 Nov – 3 Jan
Glasgow's Winter Wonderland on the Green
Days out & festivals
- Glasgow Green, Glasgow
- Ages 2–12
- Outdoor
- Free
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43 Christmas events in Glasgow
43 family Christmas events across 29 venues in Glasgow & the West, 2 of them free. The first is on Friday 20 November, and Christmas Day falls on Friday 25 December, with 17 of them on Christmas Eve.
17 family Christmas events in Glasgow, 1 of them free, running from 20 November to 3 January.
20 Nov – 24 Dec
Santa's Grotto at Glasgow's Winter Wonderland on the Green
Santa's grotto · Days out & festivals
- Glasgow Green, Glasgow
- Ages 0–10
- Outdoor
22 Nov – 24 Dec
Santa's Grotto 2026
Santa's grotto
- Dobbies Garden Centre Braehead, Glasgow
- Ages 0–10
- Indoor & outdoor
28 Nov – 24 Dec
Santa's Breakfast 2026 at Dobbies Braehead
Santa's grotto · Breakfast & meals with Santa
- Dobbies Garden Centre Braehead, Glasgow
- Ages 3–10
- Indoor
4–8 Dec
Santa's Quiet Grotto 2026 at Dobbies Braehead
Santa's grotto · ASN & relaxed
- Dobbies Garden Centre Braehead, Glasgow
- Ages 0–10
- Indoor & outdoor
5–20 Dec
Breakfast with Santa at Hampden Park
Santa's grotto · Breakfast & meals with Santa
- Hampden Park, Glasgow
- Ages 0–10
- Indoor
5–24 Dec
Breakfast with Santa at Harvester Hillington Glasgow
Santa's grotto · Breakfast & meals with Santa
- Harvester Hillington Glasgow, Glasgow
- Ages 0–10
- Indoor
6–24 Dec
Breakfast with Santa at Wallace Well Farm
Santa's grotto · Breakfast & meals with Santa
- Wallacewell Farm, Glasgow
- Ages 0–10
- Indoor
6–20 Dec
Santa's Christmas Disco
Santa's grotto · Parties & discos
- The National Piping Centre, Glasgow
- Ages 2–10
- Indoor
6 Dec · 7:30pm
The Nutcracker (Royal Ballet Encore Screening)
Films
- Eastwood Park Theatre, Glasgow
- Ages 5+
- Indoor
12 Dec · 10am
The Great Christmas Puppet Making Workshop
Crafts & workshops
- The Scottish Mask & Puppet Centre, Glasgow
- Ages 4–12
15–16 Dec
After School with Santa at Harvester Hillington Glasgow
Santa's grotto
- Harvester Hillington Glasgow, Glasgow
- Ages 0–10
- Indoor
17 Dec · 4pm
ASN Santa's Grotto at Glasgow's Winter Wonderland on the Green
Santa's grotto · Days out & festivals · ASN & relaxed
- Glasgow Green, Glasgow
- Ages 0–10
- Outdoor
20 Dec · 9:30am
Breakfast with Santa
Santa's grotto · Breakfast & meals with Santa
- The National Piping Centre, Glasgow
- Ages 0–10
- Indoor
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5 family Christmas events in Bellshill, Airdrie and Glasgow, running from 27 November to 31 December.
5–17 Dec
Believe In Santa - ASN Session
Santa's grotto · ASN & relaxed
- M&D's Scotland's Theme Park, Bellshill
- Ages 0–10
- Indoor
13 Dec · 11am
Believe In Santa - BSL Interpreted
Santa's grotto · ASN & relaxed
- M&D's Scotland's Theme Park, Bellshill
- Ages 0–10
- Indoor
24 Dec · 9:30am
Christmas Party at Krazy Congo Soft Play
Santa's grotto · Parties & discos
- M&D's Scotland's Theme Park, Bellshill
- Ages 1–8
- Indoor
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11 family Christmas events in Glasgow, East Kilbride, Rosebank and 2 more, running from 21 November to 30 December.
21 Nov – 24 Dec
Goulding's Winter Wonderland at Valley View
Santa's grotto · Trains & rides
- Valley View At Gouldings, Rosebank
- Ages 1–10
- Indoor & outdoor
29 Nov · 11am
Traditional Christmas Wreath Workshop
Crafts & workshops
- 56 Hamilton Rd, Glasgow
- Ages 12+
- Indoor
5–24 Dec
Breakfast with Santa at East Kilbride Harvester
Santa's grotto · Breakfast & meals with Santa
- East Kilbride Harvester, Glasgow
- Ages 0–10
- Indoor
6–23 Dec
Breakfast with Santa
Santa's grotto · Breakfast & meals with Santa
- Play Planet Hamilton, Hamilton
- Ages 0–10
- Indoor
6–24 Dec
Breakfast with Santa at Red Burn Farm
Santa's grotto · Breakfast & meals with Santa
- Red Burn Farm - Dining & Carvery, Glasgow
- Ages 0–10
- Indoor
6 Dec · 2pm
Christmas Afternoon Tea with Santa
Santa's grotto · Breakfast & meals with Santa
- Crossbasket Castle, Hotel & Restaurant, an SLH Hotel, Glasgow
- Ages 0–10
- Indoor
12–24 Dec
Meet Santa 2026 at Dobbies Sandyholm
Santa's grotto
- Dobbies Garden Centre Sandyholm, Carluke
- Ages 0–10
- Indoor
15–16 Dec
After School with Santa at East Kilbride Harvester
Santa's grotto
- East Kilbride Harvester, Glasgow
- Ages 0–10
- Indoor
20 Dec · 11am
Breakfast with Santa
Santa's grotto · Breakfast & meals with Santa
- Macdonald Crutherland House and Spa, Glasgow
- Ages 0–10
21–24 Dec
Mrs Claus' Festive Funhouse
Shows & storytelling
- East Kilbride Arts Centre, East Kilbride
- Ages 2–8
- Indoor
27–30 Dec
The McDougalls: Christmas in Toyland
Shows & storytelling
- East Kilbride Arts Centre, East Kilbride
- Up to 9
- Indoor
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3 family Christmas events in Paisley, Bishopton and Renfrew, running from 6 December to 25 December.
6–24 Dec
Breakfast with Santa at Linwood
Santa's grotto · Breakfast & meals with Santa
- Linwood Farm - Farmhouse Inns, Paisley
- Ages 0–10
- Indoor
13–20 Dec
Kids Christmas Cracker
Santa's grotto · Parties & discos
- Ingliston Country Club, Bishopton
- Ages 2–10
- Indoor
25 Dec · 2pm
Christmas Day in the Blythswood Suite
Santa's grotto
- Normandy Hotel Glasgow, Renfrew
- Ages 0–10
- Indoor
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3 family Christmas events in Milngavie and Bishopbriggs, 1 of them free, running from 22 November to 24 December.
22 Nov – 24 Dec
Santa's Grotto 2026
Santa's grotto
- Dobbies Garden Centre Milngavie, Milngavie
- Ages 0–10
- Indoor & outdoor
4–8 Dec
Santa's Quiet Grotto 2026 at Dobbies Milngavie
Santa's grotto · ASN & relaxed
- Dobbies Garden Centre Milngavie, Milngavie
- Ages 0–10
- Indoor & outdoor
21 Dec · 6:30pm
Christmas Monday Quiz Night at Bishopbriggs Library
Days out & festivals
- Bishopbriggs Library, Bishopbriggs
- Ages 10+
- Indoor
- Free
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3 family Christmas events in Cardross and Clydebank, running from 26 November to 23 December.
26 Nov · 4:45pm
Fused Glass Christmas Decorations with Catherine Lowe
Crafts & workshops
- Clydebank Library, Clydebank
- Ages 14+
- Indoor
28 Nov – 23 Dec
Santa's Daytime Woodland Workshop Experience at Monty's Farm Park
Santa's grotto
- Monty's Farm Park, Cardross
- Ages 2–10
- Indoor & outdoor
11–19 Dec
Santa's Evening Woodland Workshop by Starlight at Monty's Farm Park
Santa's grotto
- Monty's Farm Park, Cardross
- Ages 2–10
- Indoor & outdoor
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1 family Christmas event in Inverclyde, running on 24 December.
24 Dec · 10am
Breakfast with Santa
Santa's grotto · Breakfast & meals with Santa
- Xcite Activity Play Centre, Greenock
- Up to 11
- Indoor
Booking quickly across Glasgow & the WestMany Christmas events sell out early — book soon to avoid disappointment.
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Planning Christmas in Glasgow
Where can we meet Santa near Glasgow?
31 Santa's grottos are listed near Glasgow.
- Santa's Grotto at Glasgow's Winter Wonderland on the GreenGlasgow Green, Glasgow · 20 Nov – 24 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Goulding's Winter Wonderland at Valley ViewValley View At Gouldings, Rosebank · 21 Nov – 24 Dec · Ages 1–10
- Santa's Grotto 2026Dobbies Garden Centre Braehead, Glasgow · 22 Nov – 24 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Santa's Grotto 2026Dobbies Garden Centre Milngavie, Milngavie · 22 Nov – 24 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Santa's Daytime Woodland Workshop Experience at Monty's Farm ParkMonty's Farm Park, Cardross · 28 Nov – 23 Dec · Ages 2–10
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What Christmas events are there for toddlers in Glasgow?
38 events in Glasgow suit toddlers aged 1 to 4.
- Glasgow's Winter Wonderland on the GreenGlasgow Green, Glasgow · 20 Nov – 3 Jan · Ages 2–12
- Goulding's Winter Wonderland at Valley ViewValley View At Gouldings, Rosebank · 21 Nov – 24 Dec · Ages 1–10
- Santa's Grotto 2026Dobbies Garden Centre Braehead, Glasgow · 22 Nov – 24 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Santa's Grotto 2026Dobbies Garden Centre Milngavie, Milngavie · 22 Nov – 24 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Aladdin PantomimeEastwood Park Theatre, Glasgow · 26 Nov – 3 Jan · Ages 3–12
Are there free Christmas events for kids in Glasgow?
Yes — 2 events in Glasgow are free to go to.
- Glasgow's Winter Wonderland on the GreenGlasgow Green, Glasgow · 20 Nov – 3 Jan
- Christmas Monday Quiz Night at Bishopbriggs LibraryBishopbriggs Library, Bishopbriggs · Mon 21 Dec · 6:30pm
What pantos and Christmas shows are on for kids in Glasgow?
2 pantos and Christmas shows are on for kids in Glasgow.
- Mrs Claus' Festive FunhouseEast Kilbride Arts Centre, East Kilbride · 21–24 Dec · Ages 2–8
Where can kids do Christmas crafts in Glasgow?
4 Christmas craft sessions and workshops are on in Glasgow.
- Fused Glass Christmas Decorations with Catherine LoweClydebank Library, Clydebank · Thu 26 Nov · 4:45pm · Ages 14+
- Traditional Christmas Wreath Workshop56 Hamilton Rd, Glasgow · Sun 29 Nov · 11am · Ages 12+
- The Great Christmas Puppet Making WorkshopThe Scottish Mask & Puppet Centre, Glasgow · Sat 12 Dec · 10am · Ages 4–12
- Crafts with SantaVerde Glasgow, Glasgow · 20–22 Dec · Ages 0–10
What Christmas events are there for babies in Glasgow?
26 events in Glasgow welcome babies under one.
- Santa's Grotto at Glasgow's Winter Wonderland on the GreenGlasgow Green, Glasgow · 20 Nov – 24 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Santa's Grotto 2026Dobbies Garden Centre Braehead, Glasgow · 22 Nov – 24 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Santa's Grotto 2026Dobbies Garden Centre Milngavie, Milngavie · 22 Nov – 24 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Believe In Santa - ASN SessionM&D's Scotland's Theme Park, Bellshill · 5–17 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Breakfast with Santa at East Kilbride HarvesterEast Kilbride Harvester, Glasgow · 5–24 Dec · Ages 0–10
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Are there Santa trains and Christmas rides in Glasgow?
One Santa train or Christmas ride is on in Glasgow.
- Goulding's Winter Wonderland at Valley ViewValley View At Gouldings, Rosebank · 21 Nov – 24 Dec · Ages 1–10
Where are the Christmas parties for kids in Glasgow?
4 Christmas parties and discos are on for kids in Glasgow.
- Santa's Christmas DiscoThe National Piping Centre, Glasgow · 6–20 Dec · Ages 2–10
- Kids Christmas CrackerIngliston Country Club, Bishopton · 13–20 Dec · Ages 2–10
- Christmas Party at Krazy Congo Soft PlayM&D's Scotland's Theme Park, Bellshill · Thu 24 Dec · 9:30am · Ages 1–8
What's on for kids on Christmas Eve in Glasgow?
Christmas Eve falls on Thursday 24 December this year, and 17 events in Glasgow are on that day.
- Glasgow's Winter Wonderland on the GreenGlasgow Green, Glasgow · Thu 24 Dec
- Goulding's Winter Wonderland at Valley ViewValley View At Gouldings, Rosebank · Thu 24 Dec
- Santa's Grotto 2026Dobbies Garden Centre Braehead, Glasgow · Thu 24 Dec
- Santa's Grotto 2026Dobbies Garden Centre Milngavie, Milngavie · Thu 24 Dec
- Aladdin PantomimeEastwood Park Theatre, Glasgow · Thu 24 Dec
Are there ASN or relaxed Christmas events for kids in Glasgow?
Yes — 5 additional support needs and relaxed sessions are on in Glasgow: quieter, calmer times with more space.
- Santa's Quiet Grotto 2026 at Dobbies BraeheadDobbies Garden Centre Braehead, Glasgow · 4–8 Dec
- Santa's Quiet Grotto 2026 at Dobbies MilngavieDobbies Garden Centre Milngavie, Milngavie · 4–8 Dec
- Believe In Santa - ASN SessionM&D's Scotland's Theme Park, Bellshill · 5–17 Dec
- ASN Santa's Grotto at Glasgow's Winter Wonderland on the GreenGlasgow Green, Glasgow · Thu 17 Dec · 4pm
Where can kids watch Christmas films in Glasgow?
2 Christmas film screenings are on for kids in Glasgow.
- André Rieu: Let It Snow (Cinema Screening)Lanternhouse Cinema, Glasgow · 5–6 Dec · Ages 8+
- The Nutcracker (Royal Ballet Encore Screening)Eastwood Park Theatre, Glasgow · Sun 6 Dec · 7:30pm · Ages 5+
Are there indoor Christmas events for kids in Glasgow?
38 events in Glasgow are indoors — handy if the weather turns.
- Goulding's Winter Wonderland at Valley ViewValley View At Gouldings, Rosebank · 21 Nov – 24 Dec
- Santa's Grotto 2026Dobbies Garden Centre Braehead, Glasgow · 22 Nov – 24 Dec
- Santa's Grotto 2026Dobbies Garden Centre Milngavie, Milngavie · 22 Nov – 24 Dec
- Aladdin PantomimeEastwood Park Theatre, Glasgow · 26 Nov – 3 Jan
- Fused Glass Christmas Decorations with Catherine LoweClydebank Library, Clydebank · Thu 26 Nov · 4:45pm
