Last updated: 11 November 2024
Plan your festive season itinerary in Enfield Town with ease! Our guide has all the best holiday events. Whether you call Enfield Town home or are just passing through, this guide unlocks the city's seasonal secrets.
One highlight of the holiday season is the Enfield Christmas Parade, where you can enjoy charming floats, festive music, and a warm community spirit as the town comes alive. Santa's Grotto Experience invites families to meet Santa in a magical setting, creating cherished memories for children and parents alike. And don't forget that the Christmas Eve Midnight Mass offers a serene way to reflect on the season, bringing together the community in a beautiful tradition. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Enfield Town Holiday Light Displays
Enfield Christmas Parade
- What to Expect
- Synchronized light display with community events.
- Description
- The Enfield Christmas Parade of Lights features festive lights, a mini fun fair, vehicle exhibitions, local stalls, and music in the Market Place.
- Where
- Enfield | More Info : Enfield Christmas Parade
Enfield Town Holiday Markets and Shopping
Braintree Christmas Street Market
- What to Expect
- Local vendors selling handmade and seasonal items.
- Description
- Braintree Christmas Street Market offers a vibrant social experience with a variety of vendors selling food, crafts, and seasonal items. Residents enjoy the atmosphere and find great shopping opportunities.
- Where
- Braintree | More Info : Braintree Christmas Street Market
Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome Christmas Fair
- What to Expect
- Local crafters and makers showcase their festive creations.
- Description
- Explore a vibrant array of local crafters, designers, and makers at Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome's Christmas Craft Fayre. Enjoy festive creations and benefit from admission to the aerodrome's award-winning exhibitions and hangars.
- Where
- Purleigh | More Info : Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome Christmas Fair
Enfield Town Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Santa's Grotto Experience
- What to Expect
- Interactive train ride with Santa and reindeer visit.
- Description
- Embark on a journey through Santa's Grotto, where you'll ride the Santa Express train, visit the reindeer, and choose a gift from Santa's Toy Shop.
- Where
- Enfield | More Info : Santa's Grotto Experience
Christmas Eve Midnight Mass
- What to Expect
- Solemn and meaningful midnight worship service.
- Description
- Join St. Andrew's Enfield for a solemn and meaningful Christmas Eve Midnight Mass, a time for reflection and worship.
- Where
- Enfield | More Info : Christmas Eve Midnight Mass
Christmas Fair & Santa
- What to Expect
- Meet Santa and ride a miniature steam train.
- Description
- Meet Santa in his grotto, enjoy a miniature steam train ride, and explore indoor Christmas stalls with fun entertainment and children's rides.
- Where
- Langford | More Info : Christmas Fair & Santa
Christmas Crooners
- What to Expect
- Swing band performance of classic Christmas hits.
- Description
- A fantastic cast of West End singers and the Jazz All-Stars perform over 30 best-loved Christmas hits, featuring festive favourites like Bing Crosby, Nat King Cole, and Frank Sinatra. The evening includes swing arrangements of Christmas hymns and songs, staged in the warm and delightful style of the famous Andy Williams Christmas Shows.
- Where
- Southend-on-Sea | More Info : Christmas Crooners
Snow White Pantomime
- What to Expect
- Classic tale with modern twists and family-friendly entertainment.
- Description
- Snow White Pantomime features a fun and fresh new version of the classic tale with back-chatting mirrors, evil stepmothers, kind princes, singalongs, jokes, and silliness.
- Where
- Chelmsford | More Info : Snow White Pantomime
Dick Whittington Pantomime
- What to Expect
- Classic pantomime with a blend of comedy, music, and adventure.
- Description
- Join Dick Whittington on his journey through panto land as he seeks fame and fortune, facing the wicked King Rat and his rat horde threatening global chaos. This year promises a spectacular blend of everything you've come to expect from a Harlow Playhouse pantomime, ensuring an unmissable treat for all the family.
- Where
- Harlow | More Info : Dick Whittington Pantomime
Enfield Town Other Holiday Activities
Christmas Train
- What to Expect
- Free pass to visit Father Christmas included with child's ticket.
- Description
- Join a decorated train journey to Wickford's Christmas Fayre, where each child's ticket includes a free pass to visit Father Christmas in the grotto.
- Where
- Southminster | More Info : Christmas Train
Audley End Miniature Railway Santa Experience
- What to Expect
- Interactive Christmas experience with Father Christmas and festive activities.
- Description
- At Audley End Miniature Railway, embark on a festive journey through ancient woodland to visit Father Christmas's winter workshop. Meet Mother Christmas and her elves, enjoy an illuminated woodland walk, create reindeer food, and write letters to Father Christmas. The event includes a special gift for every child and various festive activities.
- Where
- Saffron Walden | More Info : Audley End Miniature Railway Santa Experience
Christmas at Ho-Ho-Hopefield
- What to Expect
- Family-friendly Christmas event with Santa's grotto and animal encounters.
- Description
- Join Hopefield Animal Sanctuary for a family-friendly Christmas event featuring Santa's grotto, Christmas arts and crafts, a miniature Christmas village, and free gingerbread, warm squash, mulled wine, and mince pie. Enjoy both indoor and outdoor activities, including animal encounters.
- Where
- Brentwood | More Info : Christmas at Ho-Ho-Hopefield
Christmas Sunday Roast with Santa
- What to Expect
- Family-friendly Christmas meal with Santa.
- Description
- Join us for a delightful Christmas Sunday Roast with Santa, where you can enjoy a delicious meal and meet the jolly man himself. This special event is perfect for families, offering a warm and welcoming atmosphere that creates lasting memories.
- Where
- Southend-on-Sea | More Info : Christmas Sunday Roast with Santa
Christmas Sunday Lunch with Father Christmas
- What to Expect
- Special two-course meal with Father Christmas.
- Description
- Join us for a special two-course Sunday lunch with Father Christmas, featuring delightful seasonal dishes and a memorable encounter.
- Where
- Leavenheath | More Info : Christmas Sunday Lunch with Father Christmas
Festive Afternoon Tea
- What to Expect
- Elegant afternoon tea with a variety of delicious treats.
- Description
- Savor a delightful afternoon tea in a beautifully decorated venue, featuring an array of savory and sweet treats paired with refreshing teas or coffee.
- Where
- Leavenheath | More Info : Festive Afternoon Tea
Little Monsters Festive Grotto
- What to Expect
- Create your own 16-inch Gingerbread Man or Snowman plush toy.
- Description
- Join Little Monsters House of Fun for a special Christmas party with Father Christmas and his elves. Enjoy making your own 16-inch Gingerbread Man or Snowman plush toy, decorating it, and taking it home. The event includes a Christmas Munch Box, festive activities, and a photo opportunity with Santa and his special guests Rudolph and Olaf.
- Where
- Great Dunmow | More Info : Little Monsters Festive Grotto
Christmas Wreath Making
- What to Expect
- Hands-on wreath making with expert guidance and festive refreshments.
- Description
- Create your own traditional Christmas wreath from scratch with all materials and decorations provided, along with a welcome drink and a delicious Tiptree cream tea or cheese tea.
- Where
- Tiptree | More Info : Christmas Wreath Making
Audley End Christmas
- What to Expect
- Interactive storytelling with Father Christmas.
- Description
- Meet Father Christmas at Audley End House and Gardens, where children can hear seasonal stories and receive a traditional present.
- Where
- Saffron Walden | More Info : Audley End Christmas
Colchester Zoo Christmas
- What to Expect
- Holiday celebration in a zoo setting
- Description
- Colchester Zoo transforms into a vibrant holiday destination with festive activities, including Santa's Experience, animal feedings, and immersive light displays.
- Where
- Colchester | More Info : Colchester Zoo Christmas
Festive Family Fun Day
- What to Expect
- A day dedicated to family-oriented activities and local community talent
- Description
- A lively celebration featuring activities for all ages, including games, crafts, and local performances. Families can come together to enjoy the spirit of the season while tasting delicious treats and exploring interactive experiences. This community event fosters connection and joy through a range of engaging entertainment options that highlight local talent and creativity.
- Where
- Enfield | More Info : Festive Family Fun Day