21–22 Nov
Arrival of Santa
Santa's grotto · Shows & storytelling
- Rufford Abbey Country Park, Ollerton
- Ages 3–12
- Indoor & outdoor
- Free
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5 Christmas events in Nottingham
5 family Christmas events across 4 venues in Nottingham & Nottinghamshire, 1 of them free. The first is on Saturday 21 November, and Christmas Day falls on Friday 25 December, with 1 of them on Christmas Eve.
28 Nov – 20 Dec
Santa’s 12 Days of Christmas
Santa's grotto · Days out & festivals
- Wollaton Hall, Gardens and Deer Park, Nottingham
- Ages 0–10
- Indoor
28 Nov – 23 Dec
Santa's Grotto at Rufford Abbey
Santa's grotto
- Rufford Abbey Country Park, Ollerton
- Ages 0–10
- Indoor
5–24 Dec
Christmas at Wheelgate and Santa's Grotto
Santa's grotto · Days out & festivals
- Robin Hoods Wheelgate Park, Farnsfield
- Ages 0–10
- Indoor & outdoor
5–22 Dec
Santa's Steam Train Adventure
Santa's grotto · Trains & rides
- NTHC - Nottingham Transport Heritage Centre, Ruddington
- Ages 0–10
- Indoor
Booking quickly across Nottingham & NottinghamshireMany Christmas events sell out early — book soon to avoid disappointment.
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Where can we meet Santa in Nottingham?
5 Santa's grottos are listed in Nottingham.
- Arrival of SantaRufford Abbey Country Park, Ollerton · 21–22 Nov · Ages 3–12
- Santa’s 12 Days of ChristmasWollaton Hall, Gardens and Deer Park, Nottingham · 28 Nov – 20 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Christmas at Wheelgate and Santa's GrottoRobin Hoods Wheelgate Park, Farnsfield · 5–24 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Santa's Steam Train AdventureNTHC - Nottingham Transport Heritage Centre, Ruddington · 5–22 Dec · Ages 0–10
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What Christmas events are there for toddlers in Nottingham?
5 events in Nottingham suit toddlers aged 1 to 4.
- Arrival of SantaRufford Abbey Country Park, Ollerton · 21–22 Nov · Ages 3–12
- Santa’s 12 Days of ChristmasWollaton Hall, Gardens and Deer Park, Nottingham · 28 Nov – 20 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Christmas at Wheelgate and Santa's GrottoRobin Hoods Wheelgate Park, Farnsfield · 5–24 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Santa's Steam Train AdventureNTHC - Nottingham Transport Heritage Centre, Ruddington · 5–22 Dec · Ages 0–10
Are there free Christmas events for kids in Nottingham?
Yes — 1 event in Nottingham is free to go to.
- Arrival of SantaRufford Abbey Country Park, Ollerton · 21–22 Nov
What pantos and Christmas shows are on for kids in Nottingham?
One panto or Christmas show is on for kids in Nottingham.
- Arrival of SantaRufford Abbey Country Park, Ollerton · 21–22 Nov · Ages 3–12
What Christmas events are there for babies in Nottingham?
4 events in Nottingham welcome babies under one.
- Santa’s 12 Days of ChristmasWollaton Hall, Gardens and Deer Park, Nottingham · 28 Nov – 20 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Santa's Grotto at Rufford AbbeyRufford Abbey Country Park, Ollerton · 28 Nov – 23 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Christmas at Wheelgate and Santa's GrottoRobin Hoods Wheelgate Park, Farnsfield · 5–24 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Santa's Steam Train AdventureNTHC - Nottingham Transport Heritage Centre, Ruddington · 5–22 Dec · Ages 0–10
Are there Santa trains and Christmas rides in Nottingham?
One Santa train or Christmas ride is on in Nottingham.
- Santa's Steam Train AdventureNTHC - Nottingham Transport Heritage Centre, Ruddington · 5–22 Dec · Ages 0–10
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What's on for kids on Christmas Eve in Nottingham?
Christmas Eve falls on Thursday 24 December this year, and 1 event in Nottingham is on that day.
- Christmas at Wheelgate and Santa's GrottoRobin Hoods Wheelgate Park, Farnsfield · Thu 24 Dec
Are there indoor Christmas events for kids in Nottingham?
5 events in Nottingham are indoors — handy if the weather turns.
- Arrival of SantaRufford Abbey Country Park, Ollerton · 21–22 Nov
- Santa’s 12 Days of ChristmasWollaton Hall, Gardens and Deer Park, Nottingham · 28 Nov – 20 Dec
- Christmas at Wheelgate and Santa's GrottoRobin Hoods Wheelgate Park, Farnsfield · 5–24 Dec
- Santa's Steam Train AdventureNTHC - Nottingham Transport Heritage Centre, Ruddington · 5–22 Dec
