Lincoln Other Christmas Activities 2026

Visitors learn how adults and children during World War II kept the festive spirit alive. The event features a variety of 1940s-themed craft activities for all ages. Guests can make their own wartime-inspired Christmas decorations to take home.

Children get crafty using a wide variety of colourful materials to make their very own Christmas wreath to take home and display. Friendly assistance is provided by the Learning Team to guide young makers through the festive project.

Participants learn how to design and craft a homemade Christmas wreath to hang on their front door. The creative evening includes all crafting materials alongside festive refreshments, including a glass of mulled wine, tea or coffee, and a mince pie.

Visitors board the magical Jingle Belle train for a festive journey featuring holiday surprises and special characters along the way. Families take part in Christmas activities before enjoying a one-to-one visit with Santa guided by cheerful elves in a themed...

Visitors begin with a family breakfast and a nature puzzle at the Visitor Centre before heading outdoors. Activities in the woods include making a natural Christmas decoration, taking part in a winter scavenger hunt, and spotting wildlife. Children conclude their...

Participants can choose between an approximate 1.5-kilometre village route or a 10-kilometre run, with snacks and festive drinks provided along the course. Every entrant receives a Santa hat, followed by food, refreshments, and Christmas music inside the village hall. The...

Guests can enjoy exclusive entertainment including the Jack and the Beanstalk pantomime, the Skyline Snowstorm show, and live music during the Night at Reds experience. Children can meet Father Christmas in his Express Delivery or pick up a gift at...

Visitors can watch Santa make a grand entrance down Lime Tree Avenue in a parade featuring the Rother Valley Working Newfoundlands and elves. Families can enjoy a vintage funfair with attractions like the Sea on Land ride, Hook-a-Duck, and a...

Children visit Santa by the fire inside The Sessions House, where each child receives a gift such as a snow globe, ornament, puzzle, or stationery. Visits include access to a North Pole Mailbox for wish lists and a child-size hot...

Participants can walk, jog, run, or dance along a 5K route through Central Park to raise funds for local mental health services. Festive fancy dress such as Santa suits, elf costumes, and reindeer antlers is encouraged, with prizes awarded for...

Families can tuck into a Farmhouse buffet breakfast filled with bacon, sausages, eggs, and unlimited tea and coffee. Children enjoy their own breakfast buffet, meet Santa, write him a letter, and receive an early Christmas present along with a certificate...

Participants gather inside the decorated stately home to create a festive stag painting with step-by-step instruction from artist Joyce Buzeman. All painting materials are supplied, and painters leave with their completed artwork to keep or gift. Ticket holders also have...

Participants craft a Yule wreath and a willow star decoration using locally foraged and natural materials, guided by an artisan florist and a professional forager. The morning includes welcome refreshments, warming drinks, and festive snacks during crafting sessions. Afterward, attendees...

Participants craft a luxury Christmas wreath to take home as a festive decoration. The hands-on workshop is hosted at The Granby Pub.

Participants paint two ceramic coasters combining traditional Dutch Delft blue aesthetics with British festive themes, such as gingerbread houses, pigs in blankets, or holiday cocktails. The workshop utilizes specialist paints and simple techniques that achieve a Delft blue finish without...

Participants paint their own snowy cottage scene inspired by twinkling lights and the Christmas movie ‘The Holiday’. The session includes step-by-step instruction while leaving room for personal creative touches. Attendees create their own finished canvas to take home at the...

Participants learn step-by-step techniques to create five custom Jesmonite Christmas decorations, including two candlestick holders, two tree ornaments, and a medium pot or bud vase. Instructors demonstrate marbling, terrazzo effects, and block colour styling using custom pigments, foil, and terrazzo...

Led by resident artist Ella Mai, this workshop guides participants through classic stitches, yarn handling, and hook techniques to create seasonal tree-themed decorations. Attendees learn methods for making both two- and three-dimensional festive designs. Full instructions, yarn, and a crochet...

Craft and Bloom guides attendees through the process of making a bespoke Christmas wreath. All crafting materials are provided to create a finished wreath to take home for the front door.

Participants craft a personalized Christmas wreath to take home and hang on their door. The workshop provides all necessary materials along with step-by-step guidance for both beginners and experienced crafters.

Participants learn to weave Scandinavian-style star decorations and smaller bauble stars for indoor or outdoor display. Held in small groups of up to six people, the indoor workshop covers different willow types and weaving methods just metres from resident alpaca...

Participants learn step-by-step techniques to make five Jesmonite home items: two candlestick holders, a medium pot or bud vase, and two Christmas tree decorations. After practicing basic methods on the tree ornaments, attendees use marbling, block coloring, and terrazzo effects...

Experience the magic of Christmas at Santa's Grotto located in the heart of Lincoln's Waterside Shopping Centre. Children can meet Santa and his elves, receiving a special gift. Parents can also find unique, personalized presents for loved ones, making it...

Join the community for the annual Christmas Light Switch On event in Spalding Town Centre, a magical start to the festive season. Throughout December, explore charming Christmas Town Trails in Donington and Long Sutton, offering delightful holiday experiences for all.

Experience a magical start to the Christmas season with Santa's Breakfast Bash at Wheelgate Park. Enjoy a delicious breakfast, meet Santa Claus himself, and receive a special gift from his workshop. The event includes full-day access to the park's festive...

Get into the holiday spirit by attending a luxury wreath-making workshop at Norwood Park, hosted by The Flower Shed. Participants will craft their own stunning Christmas wreath using premium seasonal foliage, berries, and dried flowers. Enjoy festive nibbles and a...

Unleash your creativity at this festive Gonk painting workshop. Held in the charming Courtyard Café, this class is perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike. You'll be guided step-by-step to create your own unique Gonk, with all materials provided. The...