Reading festive family guide

Christmas events for kids 2026 in Reading & Berkshire

Meet Santa, explore light trails, browse festive markets and enjoy family shows across Reading & Berkshire. 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 Reading & Berkshire
  • Updated 2 November 2026

This weekend in Reading

Saturday 7 November and Sunday 8 November · 2 events

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13 Christmas events in Reading

13 family Christmas events across 9 venues in Reading & Berkshire. The first is on Saturday 7 November, and Christmas Day falls on Friday 25 December, with 6 of them on Christmas Eve.

7 Nov – 24 Dec

LaplandUK Ascot

Santa's grotto

  • Lapland UK, Winkfield Row
  • Ages 0–10
  • Indoor & outdoor

21 Nov – 2 Jan

LEGOLAND at Christmas

Santa's grotto · Crafts & workshops

  • LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort, Windsor
  • Ages 0–10
  • Indoor & outdoor

28 Nov – 13 Dec

Santa Special Open Days

Santa's grotto · Days out & festivals

  • Miller's Ark Animals, Hook
  • Ages 0–10
  • Indoor & outdoor
Booking quickly across Reading & BerkshireMany Christmas events sell out early — book soon to avoid disappointment.

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Planning Christmas in Reading

Where can we meet Santa in Reading?

13 Santa's grottos are listed in Reading.

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What Christmas events are there for toddlers in Reading?

13 events in Reading suit toddlers aged 1 to 4.

What Christmas events are on for kids in Reading this weekend?

This weekend (Saturday 7 November and Sunday 8 November), 2 events are on in Reading.

Where can kids do Christmas crafts in Reading?

One Christmas craft session or workshop is on in Reading.

What Christmas events are there for babies in Reading?

11 events in Reading welcome babies under one.

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

Christmas Eve falls on Thursday 24 December this year, and 6 events in Reading are on that day.

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

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

Are there indoor Christmas events for kids in Reading?

10 events in Reading are indoors — handy if the weather turns.