Make this Christmas magical.
Discover festive family days out across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland — from twinkling light trails to Santa visits, castles and Christmas markets.
Christmas days out for families 🎄
Explore our hand-picked events and open the official organiser’s page for tickets and details.
Christmas at Kew
📅 13 Nov 2026 – 3 Jan 2027A world of sparkling light tunnels, glowing trees and festive surprises at Kew Gardens. Selected evenings only.
View event detailsAudley End Christmas Special
📅 21 Nov – 24 Dec 2026A charming festive woodland railway adventure created for families and younger children.
View event detailsMagic of Christmas at Colchester Zoo
📅 Selected dates, 21 Nov – 24 Dec 2026Christmas activities around the zoo; the separate Santa Experience costs extra.
View event detailsChristmas at Blenheim Palace
📅 13 Nov 2026 – 3 Jan 2027Enjoy an illuminated trail, Cinderella inside the palace, skating and a festive market. Separate tickets and parking charges may apply.
View event detailsChristmas at Chatsworth
📅 7 Nov 2026 – 3 Jan 2027See the beautifully decorated house and garden light trail. The Christmas market ends 13 December.
View event detailsLanterns & Light at Chester Zoo
📅 13 Nov 2026 – 3 Jan 2027Walk through glowing installations, meet larger-than-life puppets and soak up the festive atmosphere.
View event detailsChristmas Lights at Leeds Castle
📅 20 Nov 2026 – 3 Jan 2027An illuminated seasonal experience around one of Kent’s most beautiful historic settings.
View event detailsManchester Christmas Markets
📅 6 Nov – 22 Dec 2026Festive stalls, food and family fun across the city. Some areas continue until 3 January. Free to browse; extras cost more.
View event detailsEdinburgh’s Christmas
📅 14 Nov 2026 – 3 Jan 2027Festive markets, rides and winter fun across Princes Street Gardens and George Street.
View event detailsEdinburgh Zoo’s Giant Lanterns
📅 13 Nov 2026 – 21 Feb 2027Explore an after-dark space-safari-themed lantern trail with cosmic creatures and colourful displays.
View event detailsAberdeen Christmas Village
📅 12 Nov 2026 – 3 Jan 2027Discover a festive village with seasonal rides, an outdoor ice rink, snacks and winter atmosphere.
View event detailsCardiff Winter Wonderland
📅 12 Nov 2026 – 3 Jan 2027Skating, fairground rides, a big wheel and festive treats. Free site entry; attractions are paid.
View event detailsChristmas at Bute Park
📅 19 Nov – 31 Dec 2026Journey through four illuminated worlds with festive lights, music and food in Cardiff’s Bute Park.
View event detailsPortmeirion Christmas Fair
📅 4–6 Dec 2026A festive fair with Welsh gifts, local produce and seasonal entertainment in a distinctive village setting.
View event detailsBelfast Christmas Market
📅 14 Nov – 22 Dec 2026Browse free-entry Christmas stalls, seasonal treats and festive attractions in the City Hall grounds.
View event detailsTitanic Belfast Magical Christmas
📅 27 Nov – 23 Dec 2026Follow an elf-led North Pole adventure, make festive crafts and visit Father Christmas.
View event detailsGeorgian Christmas at Castle Ward
📅 28–29 Nov; 5–6 & 12–13 Dec 2026Explore Georgian Christmastide in the decorated mansion and discover seasonal traditions.
View event detailsMount Stewart Christmas Market
📅 27 Nov, 18 & 19 Dec 2026Shop for seasonal gifts and enjoy a festive evening at Mount Stewart. Normal admission applies.
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