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Visitors at the front entrance which has been decorated for Christmas at Saltram, Devon
Visitors at the front entrance which has been decorated for Christmas at Saltram, Devon. | © National Trust Images/Chris Lacey

Christmas events and festive days out 2026

Discover Christmas events, festive family days out, Christmas trails, winter walks, visits to Father Christmas, illuminated light displays and seasonal things to do at the places in our care across England, Wales and Northern Ireland.

Festive things to do

Christmas markets and winter fairs 

Find perfect Christmas presents or stock up on seasonal treats and decorations at a Christmas market or winter fair.

Visitors exploring the Christmas market at Waddesdon Manor, Buckinghamshire

Christmas lights and winter illuminations 

See your favourite places lit up with colour by visiting the best Christmas 2026 light trails and displays near you.

Wimpole Hall illuminated by Christmas lights

Visit Father Christmas 

Plan a festive family day out and meet Father Christmas in his grotto. You can also settle down for a storytelling session or meet real reindeer at some of the places in our care this Christmas.

Meeting Father Christmas at Ickworth, Suffolk

Historic houses decked out for Christmas 

Step back in time and visit a historic house decorated for Christmas. Discover traditions from medieval to modern times, join in with crafting and carol singing, and celebrate the season.

Visitors admiring the Christmas tree at Dyrham Park, Gloucestershire

Christmas craft workshops 

Join a Christmas craft workshop in 2026 and learn how to create colourful decorations and memorable gifts, all in beautifully festive surroundings.

Festive wreath making work shop with mulled wine and hot chocolates at Christmas at East Riddlesden Hall, West Yorkshire

Christmas choirs and concerts 

With carol services and choirs performing at many of the places we look after for Christmas 2026, you’ll find lots of ways to get in the festive spirit. Find a merry event near you.

A group of people wearing Christmas hats and antler headbands singing outside.

Plan your Christmas 2026 visit

    Two women, one holding a small child, stand by the wooden stalls and fairy lights of the Christmas market, busy with shoppers, at Waddesdon Manor, Buckinghamshire

    Visit a Christmas market

    Browse festive Christmas markets and discover locally made gifts, seasonal treats and unique decorations.

    Find a Christmas market near you

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