Northampton festive family guide

Christmas events for kids 2026 in Northampton & Northamptonshire

Meet Santa, explore light trails, browse festive markets and enjoy family shows across Northampton & Northamptonshire. 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 Northampton & Northamptonshire
  • Updated 3 November 2026

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11 Christmas events in Northampton

11 family Christmas events across 8 venues in Northampton & Northamptonshire. The first is on Saturday 21 November, and Christmas Day falls on Friday 25 December, with 4 of them on Christmas Eve.

28 Nov – 22 Dec

Santa's Grotto

Santa's grotto

  • Delapré Abbey, Northampton
  • Age not given
  • Indoor

28 Nov – 22 Dec

SENDta's Grotto

Santa's grotto

  • Delapré Abbey, Northampton
  • Age not given
  • Indoor

28 Nov – 24 Dec

The Christmas Experience

Santa's grotto

  • West Lodge Farm Park, Kettering
  • Ages 0–10
  • Indoor & outdoor

29 Nov – 20 Dec

Santa Specials

Santa's grotto

  • Northampton & Lamport Railway - (Pitsford and Brampton,Station), Chapel Brampton
  • Ages 0–10
  • Indoor & outdoor

5–24 Dec

Christmas at Wicksteed Park

Santa's grotto · Days out & festivals

  • Wicksteed Park, Kettering
  • Ages 0–10
  • Indoor & outdoor

5–6 Dec

Santa Special

Santa's grotto

  • Rushden Railway Station, Rushden
  • Ages 0–10
  • Indoor & outdoor

12–20 Dec

Breakfast with Santa

Santa's grotto · Breakfast & meals with Santa

  • Northampton & Lamport Railway - (Pitsford and Brampton,Station), Chapel Brampton
  • Ages 0–10
  • Indoor & outdoor
Booking quickly across Northampton & NorthamptonshireMany Christmas events sell out early — book soon to avoid disappointment.

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Planning Christmas in Northampton

Where can we meet Santa in Northampton?

11 Santa's grottos are listed in Northampton.

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What Christmas events are there for toddlers in Northampton?

9 events in Northampton suit toddlers aged 1 to 4.

What Christmas events are there for babies in Northampton?

9 events in Northampton welcome babies under one.

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

Christmas Eve falls on Thursday 24 December this year, and 4 events in Northampton are on that day.

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

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

Are there indoor Christmas events for kids in Northampton?

11 events in Northampton are indoors — handy if the weather turns.