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Where can we meet Santa in Scotland?
169 Santa's grottos are listed in Scotland.
- Santa's Grotto at Glasgow's Winter Wonderland on the GreenGlasgow Green, Glasgow · 20 Nov – 24 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Santa's StoriesPrinces Street, Edinburgh · 20 Nov – 24 Dec · Ages 1–8
- Ardeer Rec Bowling Club's Christmas Kids PartyArdeer Recreation Bowling Club, Stevenston · Sat 21 Nov · 12pm · Ages 2–10
- Letter to SantaInglewood House & Spa, Alloa · Sat 21 Nov · 12pm · Ages 0–10
- Methilhill Community ChristmasMCCI Centre, Leven · Sat 21 Nov · 1:30pm · Ages 0–12
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What Christmas events are there for toddlers in Scotland?
185 events in Scotland suit toddlers aged 1 to 4.
- The Santa Express: Lost in LaplandWhitehall Theatre, Dundee · Sat 14 Nov · 12pm · Ages 2–8
- Glasgow's Winter Wonderland on the GreenGlasgow Green, Glasgow · 20 Nov – 3 Jan · Ages 2–12
- Santa's StoriesPrinces Street, Edinburgh · 20 Nov – 24 Dec · Ages 1–8
- Ardeer Rec Bowling Club's Christmas Kids PartyArdeer Recreation Bowling Club, Stevenston · Sat 21 Nov · 12pm · Ages 2–10
- Letter to SantaInglewood House & Spa, Alloa · Sat 21 Nov · 12pm · Ages 0–10
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Are there free Christmas events for kids in Scotland?
Yes — 7 events in Scotland are free to go to.
- Glasgow's Winter Wonderland on the GreenGlasgow Green, Glasgow · 20 Nov – 3 Jan
- CRAFTEDDundee Contemporary Arts, Dundee · 21–22 Nov
- Reverse Rett Christmas Panto and PartyLanthorn Community Education Centre, Livingston · Sat 21 Nov · 12pm
- The Haven Christmas MarketThe Haven, Stonehaven · Sat 5 Dec · 10am
- Christmas Monday Quiz Night at Bishopbriggs LibraryBishopbriggs Library, Bishopbriggs · Mon 21 Dec · 6:30pm
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Where can we see Christmas lights in Scotland?
One Christmas light trail or display is on in Scotland.
- Christmas in the GlenPittencrieff Park, Dunfermline · 18–23 Dec
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What pantos and Christmas shows are on for kids in Scotland?
10 pantos and Christmas shows are on for kids in Scotland.
- The Santa Express: Lost in LaplandWhitehall Theatre, Dundee · Sat 14 Nov · 12pm · Ages 2–8
- Santa's StoriesPrinces Street, Edinburgh · 20 Nov – 24 Dec · Ages 1–8
- Storytime in PantolandAberdeen Arts Centre, Aberdeen · Fri 4 Dec · 3pm · Ages 0–5
- Storytelling with Santa 2026The National Wallace Monument, Stirling · 5–20 Dec · Ages 2–11
- A Land Beyond WinterEden Court Inverness, Inverness · 12–24 Dec · Ages 3–7
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Where can kids do Christmas crafts in Scotland?
6 Christmas craft sessions and workshops are on in Scotland.
- Christmas Clay Forest WorkshopBowhouse, Anstruther · Sat 14 Nov · Ages 12+
- Fused Glass Christmas Decorations with Catherine LoweClydebank Library, Clydebank · Thu 26 Nov · 4:45pm · Ages 14+
- Mini Chef's Christmas BakingEdinburgh Food & Drink Academy, Edinburgh · 22–23 Dec · Ages 9–13
- Traditional Christmas Wreath Workshop56 Hamilton Rd, Glasgow · Sun 29 Nov · 11am · Ages 12+
- The Great Christmas Puppet Making WorkshopThe Scottish Mask & Puppet Centre, Glasgow · Sat 12 Dec · 10am · Ages 4–12
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Are there Christmas markets for families in Scotland?
8 Christmas markets and fairs are listed in Scotland.
- CRAFTEDDundee Contemporary Arts, Dundee · 21–22 Nov
- Methilhill Community ChristmasMCCI Centre, Leven · Sat 21 Nov · 1:30pm
- Hopetoun House Christmas Shopping Fair 2026Hopetoun House, Queensferry · 27–29 Nov
- Christmas Market 2026Drumlanrig Castle & Gardens, Thornhill · 4–6 Dec
- The Haven Christmas MarketThe Haven, Stonehaven · Sat 5 Dec · 10am
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What Christmas events are there for babies in Scotland?
136 events in Scotland welcome babies under one.
- Santa's Grotto at Glasgow's Winter Wonderland on the GreenGlasgow Green, Glasgow · 20 Nov – 24 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Letter to SantaInglewood House & Spa, Alloa · Sat 21 Nov · 12pm · Ages 0–10
- Methilhill Community ChristmasMCCI Centre, Leven · Sat 21 Nov · 1:30pm · Ages 0–12
- Santa at GlendoickGlendoick Garden Centre, Perth · 21 Nov – 20 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Santa's Grotto 2026Dobbies Edinburgh, Lasswade · 22 Nov – 24 Dec · Ages 0–10
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Are there Santa trains and Christmas rides in Scotland?
9 Santa trains and Christmas rides are on in Scotland.
- Goulding's Winter Wonderland at Valley ViewValley View At Gouldings, Rosebank · 21 Nov – 24 Dec · Ages 1–10
- THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride EdinburghEdinburgh Waverley Train Station, Edinburgh · 27 Nov – 30 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Santa Specials at the Royal Deeside RailwayThe Royal Deeside Railway - (Banchory,Station), Banchory · 28 Nov – 20 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Santa's Elf ExpressStrathspey Railway - Aviemore Station, Aviemore · 28 Nov – 24 Dec · Ages 1–12
- Sleigh Bell SpecialDoon Valley Railway Car Park, Ayr · 28 Nov – 20 Dec · Ages 1–12
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Where are the Christmas parties for kids in Scotland?
14 Christmas parties and discos are on for kids in Scotland.
- Ardeer Rec Bowling Club's Christmas Kids PartyArdeer Recreation Bowling Club, Stevenston · Sat 21 Nov · 12pm · Ages 2–10
- Reverse Rett Christmas Panto and PartyLanthorn Community Education Centre, Livingston · Sat 21 Nov · 12pm · Ages 2–12
- Christmas Inflatable Take Over - Michael WoodsMichael Woods Sports & Leisure Centre, Glenrothes · Sat 5 Dec · 10am · Up to 12
- Jingle Bell PartyForbes of Kingennie Country Resort, Dundee · 6–20 Dec · Ages 0–10
- Kids Christmas PartyRichmond Park Hotel, Bo'ness · Sun 6 Dec · 2pm · Up to 12
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What's on for kids on Christmas Eve in Scotland?
Christmas Eve falls on Thursday 24 December this year, and 73 events in Scotland are on that day.
- Glasgow's Winter Wonderland on the GreenGlasgow Green, Glasgow · Thu 24 Dec
- Santa's StoriesPrinces Street, Edinburgh · Thu 24 Dec
- Santa's Grotto 2026Dobbies Garden Centre Ayr, Ayr · Thu 24 Dec
- Santa's Grotto 2026Dobbies Garden Centre Perth, Perth · Thu 24 Dec
- Santa's Grotto 2026 at Dobbies AberdeenDobbies Aberdeen, Aberdeen · Thu 24 Dec
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Are there ASN or relaxed Christmas events for kids in Scotland?
Yes — 19 additional support needs and relaxed sessions are on in Scotland: quieter, calmer times with more space.
- Santa's Woodland ExperienceWoodland Experiences, Glasgow · 28 Nov – 24 Dec
- Quiet Christmas at Heads of Ayr Farm ParkHeads Of Ayr Farm Park, Alloway by Ayr · 29 Nov – 1 Dec
- SENSORY FRIENDLY Supper with SantaIKEA Edinburgh, Edinburgh · Thu 3 Dec · 5pm
- Santa's Quiet Grotto 2026 at Dobbies AberdeenDobbies Aberdeen, Aberdeen · 4–8 Dec
- Santa's Quiet Grotto 2026 at Dobbies BraeheadDobbies Garden Centre Braehead, Glasgow · 4–8 Dec
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