Hertfordshire festive family guide

Christmas events for kids 2026 in Hertfordshire

Meet Santa, explore light trails, browse festive markets and enjoy family shows across Hertfordshire. 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 Hertfordshire
  • Updated 17 October 2026

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11 Christmas events in Hertfordshire

11 family Christmas events across 9 venues in Hertfordshire. The first is on Saturday 21 November, and Christmas Day falls on Friday 25 December, with 6 of them on Christmas Eve.

28 Nov – 23 Dec

A Palace Visit with Santa

Santa's grotto

  • Old Palace, Hatfield House, Hatfield
  • Ages 3+
  • Indoor & outdoor

5–20 Dec

Farmer Christmas 2026

Santa's grotto

  • Foxholes Farm Shop & Butchery, Hertford
  • Ages 0–10
  • Indoor & outdoor

12–24 Dec

Breakfast with Santa

Santa's grotto · Breakfast & meals with Santa

  • Jordans Mill, Broom
  • Ages 0–10
  • Indoor
Booking quickly across HertfordshireMany Christmas events sell out early — book soon to avoid disappointment.

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Planning Christmas in Hertfordshire

Where can we meet Santa in Hertfordshire?

11 Santa's grottos are listed in Hertfordshire.

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What Christmas events are there for toddlers in Hertfordshire?

11 events in Hertfordshire suit toddlers aged 1 to 4.

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

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

What Christmas events are there for babies in Hertfordshire?

9 events in Hertfordshire welcome babies under one.

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

Christmas Eve falls on Thursday 24 December this year, and 6 events in Hertfordshire are on that day.

Are there indoor Christmas events for kids in Hertfordshire?

10 events in Hertfordshire are indoors — handy if the weather turns.