Christmas in Wales

A view of the terraces and castle illuminated. Powis Castle and Garden, Powys, Wales — Powis Castle's illuminated garden at Christmas

When you come for some Christmas sparkle, it helps keep our special places sparkling this Christmas.

Find a festive day out near you

The Lord of Misrule tells a young visitor all about medieval Christmas at Chirk Castle

Celebrate Christmas in North Wales

From Illuminated gardens and winter walks to craft workshops and traditional festivities, find out more about what's happening on your doorstep in North Wales this Christmas.

Two performers at the Night at the tinworks event, at Aberdulais, Neath.

Celebrate Christmas in South Wales

From Christmas fairs and candlelit walks to lavish decorations and festive trails, find out more about what's happening on your doorstep in South Wales this Christmas.

Santa's coming to town

Father Christmas in his cosy, traditional grotto at Chirk Castle — Visit Father Christmas in his cosy, traditional grotto

Where can I meet Father Christmas in Wales?

Meeting Santa is one of the experiences that makes the festive period so magical so why not visit him at one of our special places across Wales. Don't forget to check the details. You may even need to book in advance - he's a very busy man.

Visit Father Christmas

Make a wish

Approaching the north front in winter from the drive at Chirk Castle, Wrexham. — Enjoy a winter walk at Chirk Castle

12 walks of Christmas in Wales

What are you wishing for this Christmas? Whether you’re wishing for the latest gadgets or for better health; we want you to hang them on our wish trees on our 12 walks of Christmas in Wales.

Plan your walk

Not on the high street

A family browse a market stall for Christmas gifts — Peruse a board range of bespoke goods from local traders at Tredegar House this Christmas

Christmas markets in South Wales

Experience the magical, festive feeling of a Christmas market in South Wales with all its sensory delights this November and December. Find the perfect Christmas gifts for all your friends and family while relishing in the sights, sounds and smells of the holiday season in our special places.

Celebrate the festive season

Festive garden trails

Child wearing a top hat at Christmas at Polesden Lacey, Surrey

Erddig’s fantastical winter toybox

This winter Erddig’s walled gardens are coming to life with larger than life toys! Hide amongst Russian dolls, dance to ballerina’s music box and follow in the footsteps of Noah’s ark animals from 1 December to 9 February.

Dyffryn’s 12 days of Christmas

Celebrate traditions past and present with Dyffryn’s magical 12 Days of Christmas trail from 16 November to 7 January. Enjoy new magical displays around the gardens bringing the much loved Christmas carol to life.