21–22 Nov
Santa's Arrival Weekend at Stockeld Park
Santa's grotto · Light trails & displays · Shows & storytelling
- Stockeld Park, Wetherby
- Ages 3–12
- Outdoor
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8 Christmas events in Leeds
8 family Christmas events across 6 venues in Leeds. The first is on Saturday 21 November, and Christmas Day falls on Friday 25 December, with 3 of them on Christmas Eve.
5–24 Dec
Santa Specials 2026
Santa's grotto · ASN & relaxed
- The Middleton Railway, Leeds
- Ages 0–10
- Indoor & outdoor
12–13 Dec
The Elf Academy Relaxed
Santa's grotto · Days out & festivals · ASN & relaxed
- Temple Newsam, Leeds
- Ages 0–10
- Indoor
Booking quickly across LeedsMany Christmas events sell out early — book soon to avoid disappointment.
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Planning Christmas in Leeds
Where can we meet Santa in Leeds?
8 Santa's grottos are listed in Leeds.
- Santa's Arrival Weekend at Stockeld ParkStockeld Park, Wetherby · 21–22 Nov · Ages 3–12
- The Christmas ExperienceLotherton, Aberford · 21 Nov – 3 Jan · Ages 0–10
- Santa Specials 2026The Middleton Railway, Leeds · 5–24 Dec · Ages 0–10
- The Elf AcademyTemple Newsam, Leeds · 5–23 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Santa at the MuseumAbbey House Museum, Leeds · 12–20 Dec · Ages 0–10
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What Christmas events are there for toddlers in Leeds?
7 events in Leeds suit toddlers aged 1 to 4.
- Santa's Arrival Weekend at Stockeld ParkStockeld Park, Wetherby · 21–22 Nov · Ages 3–12
- The Christmas ExperienceLotherton, Aberford · 21 Nov – 3 Jan · Ages 0–10
- Santa Specials 2026The Middleton Railway, Leeds · 5–24 Dec · Ages 0–10
- The Elf AcademyTemple Newsam, Leeds · 5–23 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Santa at the MuseumAbbey House Museum, Leeds · 12–20 Dec · Ages 0–10
Where can we see Christmas lights in Leeds?
One Christmas light trail or display is on in Leeds.
- Santa's Arrival Weekend at Stockeld ParkStockeld Park, Wetherby · 21–22 Nov
What pantos and Christmas shows are on for kids in Leeds?
One panto or Christmas show is on for kids in Leeds.
- Santa's Arrival Weekend at Stockeld ParkStockeld Park, Wetherby · 21–22 Nov · Ages 3–12
What Christmas events are there for babies in Leeds?
6 events in Leeds welcome babies under one.
- Santa's Grotto at Stockeld ParkStockeld Park, Wetherby · 21 Nov – 24 Dec · Ages 0–10
- The Christmas ExperienceLotherton, Aberford · 21 Nov – 3 Jan · Ages 0–10
- Santa Specials 2026The Middleton Railway, Leeds · 5–24 Dec · Ages 0–10
- The Elf AcademyTemple Newsam, Leeds · 5–23 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Santa at the MuseumAbbey House Museum, Leeds · 12–20 Dec · Ages 0–10
What's on for kids on Christmas Eve in Leeds?
Christmas Eve falls on Thursday 24 December this year, and 3 events in Leeds are on that day.
- Santa's Grotto at Stockeld ParkStockeld Park, Wetherby · Thu 24 Dec · 9:40am
- The Christmas ExperienceLotherton, Aberford · Thu 24 Dec
- Santa Specials 2026The Middleton Railway, Leeds · Thu 24 Dec · 9:45am
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Are there ASN or relaxed Christmas events for kids in Leeds?
Yes — 2 additional support needs and relaxed sessions are on in Leeds: quieter, calmer times with more space.
- Santa Specials 2026The Middleton Railway, Leeds · 5–24 Dec
- The Elf Academy RelaxedTemple Newsam, Leeds · 12–13 Dec
Are there indoor Christmas events for kids in Leeds?
7 events in Leeds are indoors — handy if the weather turns.
- Santa's Grotto at Stockeld ParkStockeld Park, Wetherby · 21 Nov – 24 Dec
- The Christmas ExperienceLotherton, Aberford · 21 Nov – 3 Jan
- Santa Specials 2026The Middleton Railway, Leeds · 5–24 Dec
- The Elf AcademyTemple Newsam, Leeds · 5–23 Dec
- Santa at the MuseumAbbey House Museum, Leeds · 12–20 Dec
