Norwich festive family guide

Christmas events for kids 2026 in Norwich & Norfolk

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

  • 13 events across Norwich & Norfolk
  • Updated 2 November 2026

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13 Christmas events in Norwich

13 family Christmas events across 12 venues in Norwich & Norfolk. The first is on Saturday 21 November, and Christmas Day falls on Friday 25 December, with 1 of them on Christmas Eve.

21 Nov – 23 Dec

Santa Specials

Santa's grotto

  • North Norfolk Railway, Sheringham
  • Ages 0–10
  • Indoor & outdoor

29 Nov · 10am

Santa’s Grotto

Santa's grotto

  • Sheringham Little Theatre, Sheringham
  • Up to 12
  • Indoor

5–24 Dec

Festive Express

Santa's grotto

  • Bure Valley Railway (Aylsham station), Aylsham
  • Ages 0–10
  • Indoor & outdoor

12–22 Dec

Ride The Lights

Santa's grotto

  • East Anglia Transport Museum, Carlton Colville
  • Ages 0–10
  • Outdoor
Booking quickly across Norwich & NorfolkMany Christmas events sell out early — book soon to avoid disappointment.

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Planning Christmas in Norwich

Where can we meet Santa in Norwich?

13 Santa's grottos are listed in Norwich.

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What Christmas events are there for toddlers in Norwich?

12 events in Norwich suit toddlers aged 1 to 4.

What Christmas events are there for babies in Norwich?

12 events in Norwich welcome babies under one.

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

Christmas Eve falls on Thursday 24 December this year, and 1 event in Norwich is on that day.

  • Festive ExpressBure Valley Railway (Aylsham station), Aylsham · Thu 24 Dec

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

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

Are there indoor Christmas events for kids in Norwich?

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