Kettering Other Christmas Activities 2026

Visitors can explore more than thirty local stalls offering hot street food, artisan crafts, and mobile drinks across the town centre. Entertainment includes roaming street performers, traditional brass tunes played by the Kettering Town Silver Band, a light-up table football...

Owners can show off their dogs in a variety of festive show categories, including Best Christmas Jumper, Prettiest Pooch, and Waggiest Tail. Winners and runners-up from each category advance to compete in the Best in Show final round. Each category...

Children begin by writing a special letter for Santa to read on Christmas Eve before entering the grotto to meet Santa in person. The experience includes twinkling light displays and holiday decorations. A quieter, slower-paced session is also available each...

Participants learn how to cut glass and design abstract tree and snowflake decorations using a wide choice of transparent and opaque colors. All necessary crafting tools and safety equipment are provided during the session. Completed decorations are subsequently fired in...

Participants learn the art of melting wax, mixing fragrances, and adding colour to luxury creations with guidance from a professional. The workshop uses natural, vegan, plant-based wax and cruelty-free, non-toxic fragrances in an informal setting. Attendees can enjoy unlimited tea...

Visitors can browse around one hundred indoor and outdoor stalls offering crafts, gifts, hot food, and homemade treats across multiple town locations. Family entertainment includes Billy Bates Fun Fair, circus and fire displays, a lion dance, dhol drummers, live music,...

Willen On Ice offers a festive outdoor Christmas ice skating experience. The rink is located directly beside the big wheel at Willen Lake.

Visitors follow an atmospheric route and climb a steep spiral staircase to knock on the historic Library door. Inside, the room is decorated with twinkling lights, lanterns, Christmas trees, and traditional decorations set among ancient books. Father Christmas spends time...

Children take a traditional journey through the elves' workshop and enjoy a festive craft before meeting Santa in his cabin set among sparkling Christmas trees. Families have time to chat with Santa and capture a photographic memento of the visit....

Passengers take a ride aboard the diesel Santa Special train before visiting Mr & Mrs Claus in their grotto. Children receive a complimentary juice drink and biscuits during the visit. Adults are served tea or coffee accompanied by a mince...

Participants dress in Santa suits to run, jog, or walk through Burghley Park, choosing between the one-mile Elves' Escape, two-mile Reindeer Run, or three-mile Santa Special. The traffic-free off-road course guides participants along tarmac, gravel paths, and meadow grass alongside...

Visitors gather at an arboreal cathedral for an afternoon of live performances, storytelling, and community carol singing. Hot drinks and sweet treats are available, along with opportunities to support local charities. Guests are encouraged to bring a lantern or torch...

Participants can dress up in holiday attire or don a provided Santa suit for a festive dash held in the gardens of Willen Hospice. All finishers receive a commemorative medal. The event forms part of the wider Willen Christmas Festival...

Participants can complete a 5K festive run set in the gardens of Willen Hospice. The event takes place as part of The Willen Christmas Festival to help fund hospice care services.

Participants walk, jog, or run an approximately 5km route through Victoria Park dressed in elf costumes, Christmas jumpers, or festive accessories. The Leicester University Students' Union serves as an indoor base with registration, toilets, and refreshments. Each participant receives a...

Visitors watch a dance performance before sitting down for a festive afternoon tea. The event includes holiday craft activities such as gingerbread decorating, as well as a visit with Santa Claus where children receive a gift.

Visitors gather in the gardens of Willen Hospice for a special festive session with Santa. The experience features listening to a story told by Santa, alongside a sausage sandwich and a holiday selection box.

Participants take part in a hands-on, full-day creative workshop to craft genuine stained glass holiday decorations. Guided through the Tiffany copper foil technique, attendees learn how to cut glass, apply copper foil, and solder their designs into finished ornaments. All...

Participants create their own holiday wreath with step-by-step guidance suitable for both beginners and experienced crafters. The workshop takes place in a private function room and includes all necessary crafting materials alongside seasonal refreshments.

Participants learn wreath-making techniques while working with a variety of patterns, colours, and textures. The hands-on session accommodates both beginners and seasoned crafters, with completed wreaths taken home at the end. Ticket sales support the venue's fundraising campaign to expand...

Participants design handmade Christmas table decorations by exploring various patterns, colours, and textures. The session is open to crafters of all skill levels seeking to learn new techniques and exchange ideas. Proceeds support fundraising efforts to expand into the venue's...

Florist Jaquetta Denham leads a workshop guiding participants through assembling a handcrafted Christmas wreath to take home. Attendees work with sustainably sourced, reusable bases and locally gathered greenery such as eucalyptus, spruce, ferns, and variegated foliage. A glass of mulled...

Participants learn how to craft a Christmas wreath to take home using provided, sustainably sourced natural foliage and living materials. The session includes complimentary prosecco, cake, tea, coffee, and soft drinks.

Participants learn to use a pointed nib and metallic inks to craft handmade Christmas cards, gift tags, and labels. Guided by an instructor, the workshop includes step-by-step demonstrations and card templates designed by Kirsten Burke to keep. All materials are...

Participants create holiday wreaths using a traditional moss base and ring alongside fresh foliage including spruce, ivy, bay, and other greenery. Decorations feature dried fruits, cinnamon sticks, and berries. All crafting materials and a hot drink are supplied for attendees...

Participants learn modern calligraphy fundamentals, strokes, and letterforms using a dip pen under the instruction of Lyndsey from Wild Sea Calligraphy. Each attendee hand-letters a glass Christmas bauble with festive words or phrases to take home. The session also provides...

Participants craft custom cards and gift tags using an assortment of pressed and dried flowers. All crafting equipment, ribbons, blank cards, tags, and refreshments are provided, with guidance available for all skill levels.

Visitors attend a seasonal music performance organized by the church community. The gathering welcomes all members of the public to listen.

Led by the museum's education officer, little learners explore the museum galleries to imagine what they would do if they were Father Christmas. Children search the exhibits to discover which historical objects would make the perfect Christmas presents. Afterward, the...

Participants take a relaxed, family-friendly walk around Linford Wood wearing their brightest or funniest Christmas jumpers. Following the lap, attendees return to Capital Space to socialize over hot chocolate and mince pies.

Participants create a custom leather holiday ornament using rare historic gilt leather-making techniques. Led by Beth Elford, the hands-on workshop covers embossing with wooden moulds and hand punches, applying delicate metal leaf, and Mecca gilding methods. Attendees also learn about...

Guests craft their own wreath using seasonal foliage and decorations under the guidance of expert florists. A glass of Prosecco is served to attendees upon arrival.

The Kettering Holiday Parade is a community tradition featuring local organizations and marching bands. The parade showcases community spirit with creative floats and music.

Step into the festive spirit with 'Christmas Memories 2025,' a heartwarming event designed to evoke the joy and nostalgia of the holiday season. This special occasion promises an evening filled with the magic of Christmas, perfect for creating lasting memories.

Over 100 tractors and vehicles participate in the annual Tractor Run 2026 through Cheshire on Sunday, December 27th. The convoy passes through towns including Poynton and Marple, supporting The Christie Charity.

Lamport Hall's Tudor House offers a Christmas experience where children meet Father Christmas for a personalized gift and story. Adults receive a warm drink and mince pie. Children can decorate cards and write letters. A Christmas Market with over 100...

Step into a magically decorated Tudor House at Lamport Hall for a heartwarming Christmas storytelling event. 'Standing In The Wings' brings beloved classics and hidden gems to life with engaging readings by the fire, perfect for sparking imagination in children...

Unleash your creativity this holiday season with a festive pottery painting event at Stanwick Lakes. This hands-on workshop invites you to design and paint your own unique Christmas decorations, perfect for gifting or adding a personal touch to your home....

Spark your little one's imagination at Toddler Time: Frosty Christmas. This engaging session at St Neots Museum offers free, fun history activities tailored for 3 and 4-year-olds, with younger siblings welcome. Children will enjoy interactive learning and create a festive...