Sheffield festive family guide

Christmas events for kids 2026 in Sheffield & South Yorkshire

Meet Santa, explore light trails, browse festive markets and enjoy family shows across Sheffield & South Yorkshire. 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 Sheffield & South Yorkshire
  • Updated 17 October 2026

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13 Christmas events in Sheffield

13 family Christmas events across 9 venues in Sheffield & South Yorkshire. The first is on Sunday 15 November, and Christmas Day falls on Friday 25 December, with 3 of them on Christmas Eve.

15 Nov – 23 Dec

Christmas at Gulliver's Valley

Santa's grotto · Days out & festivals

  • Gulliver's Valley Theme Park, Sheffield
  • Ages 0–10
  • Indoor & outdoor

28 Nov – 24 Dec

Santa and the Reindeer Rangers!

Santa's grotto · Days out & festivals

  • Cannon Hall Farm, Cawthorne
  • Ages 0–10
  • Indoor & outdoor

13 Dec · 3:30pm

Christmas with The Green Grump

Parties & discos

  • Barnsley Metrodome, Barnsley
  • Ages 2–10
  • Indoor

19 Dec · 9am

Christmas Breakfast with Santa

Santa's grotto · Breakfast & meals with Santa

  • Barnsley Metrodome, Barnsley
  • Ages 0–10
  • Indoor

20 Dec · 9:45am

Breakfast with Santa

Santa's grotto · Breakfast & meals with Santa

  • Rother Valley Country Park, Sheffield
  • Ages 0–10
  • Indoor

20 Dec · 12pm

Lunch With Santa

Santa's grotto · Breakfast & meals with Santa

  • Magna Science Adventure Centre, Rotherham
  • Ages 0–10
  • Indoor

22 Dec · 2pm

Tinsel and Sparkles Christmas Adventure

Shows & storytelling

  • Barnsley Metrodome, Barnsley
  • Ages 2–8
  • Indoor
Booking quickly across Sheffield & South YorkshireMany Christmas events sell out early — book soon to avoid disappointment.

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Planning Christmas in Sheffield

Where can we meet Santa in Sheffield?

11 Santa's grottos are listed in Sheffield.

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What Christmas events are there for toddlers in Sheffield?

12 events in Sheffield suit toddlers aged 1 to 4.

What pantos and Christmas shows are on for kids in Sheffield?

One panto or Christmas show is on for kids in Sheffield.

Are there Christmas markets for families in Sheffield?

One Christmas market or fair is listed in Sheffield.

What Christmas events are there for babies in Sheffield?

10 events in Sheffield welcome babies under one.

Where are the Christmas parties for kids in Sheffield?

One Christmas party or disco is on for kids in Sheffield.

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

Christmas Eve falls on Thursday 24 December this year, and 3 events in Sheffield are on that day.

Are there indoor Christmas events for kids in Sheffield?

13 events in Sheffield are indoors — handy if the weather turns.