Cardiff Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Cardiff and surrounding areas
Cardiff glows through the Christmas season with Holiday lights and festive events centered around Cardiff Castle and Bute Park. Enjoy Christmas at Bute Park, the Cardiff Christmas Festival, or a Visit Santa at the Castle for memorable family moments. The city offers family fun and seasonal tours, lively markets, and holiday activities that pair illuminated streets with local traditions, crafts, and warm food stalls, making it a welcoming destination for festive explorations.
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Christmas Markets
25 eventsPrivate ski gondolas and hot air balloon booths within the Jäger Barn Bar.
Christmas Lights
18 eventsWinter wonderland beside Caerphilly Castle
Christmas Parties
17 eventsNew Year's Eve celebration at a modern event venue.
Other Christmas Activities
36 eventsMeet Santa in the historic Cardiff Castle Nursery
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Bristol Christmas Market
(Bristol)
Private ski gondolas and hot air balloon booths within the Jäger Barn Bar.
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New Year's Eve Extravaganza
(Newport)
New Year's Eve celebration at a modern event venue.
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Caerphilly on Ice
(Caerphilly)
Winter wonderland beside Caerphilly Castle
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Visit Santa at the Castle
Meet Santa in the historic Cardiff Castle Nursery
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Christmas at Bute Park
Enchanted mile-long light trail with 15 unique light zones.
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Cardiff Christmas Festival
Diverse live entertainment in the Spiegel Theatre
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Cardiff Christmas Festival
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Cardiff Christmas FAQ
The biggest annual Christmas events in Cardiff include Winter Wonderland, the Christmas Market on St John Street, and the Christmas at Bute Park light trail.
Cardiff celebrates with a festive lights switch-on, seasonal markets, and community events like carol singing and local craft fairs, reflecting the city’s vibrant holiday spirit.
The city centre, Bute Park, and neighborhoods around Cardiff Castle are especially festive, with many homes and businesses decorating for the season.
Christmas markets and local makers can be found at Winter Wonderland, the Christmas Market on St John Street, and various pop-up events in the city centre.
Free activities include viewing the city centre Christmas lights, visiting neighborhood displays, and attending outdoor carol events and festive markets.
Families with kids enjoy the Christmas at Bute Park trail, Winter Wonderland attractions, and seasonal markets with crafts, food, and entertainment.