Preston festive family guide

Christmas events for kids 2026 in Preston, Blackpool & Lancashire

Meet Santa, explore light trails, browse festive markets and enjoy family shows across Preston, Blackpool & Lancashire. 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 Preston, Blackpool & Lancashire
  • Updated 22 October 2026

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13 Christmas events in Preston

13 family Christmas events across 9 venues in Preston, Blackpool & Lancashire. The first is on Saturday 14 November, and Christmas Day falls on Friday 25 December, with 4 of them on Christmas Eve.

14 Nov – 24 Dec

Santa's Grotto Experience

Santa's grotto · ASN & relaxed

  • Barton Grange Garden Centre, Preston
  • Ages 0–10
  • Outdoor

14 Nov – 24 Dec

Santa's Grotto SEN Sessions

Santa's grotto · ASN & relaxed

  • Barton Grange Garden Centre, Preston
  • Ages 0–10
  • Outdoor

5–22 Dec

Santa's Steam Train Adventure

Santa's grotto · Trains & rides

  • Ribble Steam Railway & Museum, Preston
  • Ages 0–10
  • Indoor & outdoor
Booking quickly across Preston, Blackpool & LancashireMany Christmas events sell out early — book soon to avoid disappointment.

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Planning Christmas in Preston

Where can we meet Santa in Preston?

13 Santa's grottos are listed in Preston.

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What Christmas events are there for toddlers in Preston?

12 events in Preston suit toddlers aged 1 to 4.

What Christmas events are there for babies in Preston?

11 events in Preston welcome babies under one.

Are there Santa trains and Christmas rides in Preston?

2 Santa trains and Christmas rides are on in Preston.

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

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

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

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

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Are there indoor Christmas events for kids in Preston?

9 events in Preston are indoors — handy if the weather turns.