Newport Other Christmas Activities 2026

Visitors glide across an indoor real ice rink surrounded by glowing lights, winter woodland decorations, and seasonal tunes. Skaters and spectators alike can relax and warm up with après-skate food and drinks. Sturdy skating aids are available on the rink...

Visitors step back in time to meet a Roman preparing for the midwinter festival of Saturnalia. The event explores the food, gift-giving customs, and religious traditions behind these ancient Roman celebrations.

Children can meet Santa seated in front of the fire and have their photo taken. Each visiting child receives a present.

Passengers board a real moving train where dancing chefs serve hot chocolate and cookies while listening to a reading of the classic book by Chris Van Allsburg. The journey features live theatrical performances set to the motion picture soundtrack, festive...

Visitors join a group visit to meet Santa in Cardiff Castle's decorated Nursery, where children can speak with Santa individually and choose a gift from a selection of quality toys. The experience includes access to the castle grounds and a...

Follow a toy miner guide deep into an underground mine filled with festive wonder and surprises around every corner. Along the journey, visitors meet merry miners before arriving at the end of the tour for a meet and greet with...

Visitors journey through an enchanting workshop alongside Santa's helpers to discover timeless tales of holiday coin traditions. The experience includes a live festive performance, an opportunity to post letters to Santa, and a private visit inside Santa's Grotto. Guests can...

Families follow playful elves through five interactive rooms, passages, and chambers leading to Santa's secret workshop. Visitors pass through a Naughty or Nice scanner, enjoy a cosy storytime or activities with the elves, and meet Santa Claus. Every child receives...

Riders slide down the outdoor slope on Zibob toboggans beneath 10,000 sparkling fairy lights, dancing lasers, festive tunes, and falling snow from a snow machine. Afterwards, an instructor leads guests down a woodland trail to a sheltered grotto to gather...

Passengers board a heritage steam train at Bitton Station and journey along the railway line with stops at Oldland Common and Avon Riverside. At each stop, guests alight to sing carols together accompanied by the Bristol East & Kingswood Brass...

Passengers take a ride along the line aboard a decked-out steam train between Christmas and New Year's. Every passenger is treated to a mince pie to enjoy during the journey.

Visitors have the opportunity to step inside the cockpits of selected helicopters from the collection. Guests can climb aboard, put on a pilot's helmet, and have the aircraft controls explained by an experienced guide. The event is held alongside the...

Participants transform plain and reclaimed fabric using natural dyes and decorative techniques to make reusable gift wrapping. The session introduces the Japanese tradition of furoshiki fabric wrapping and guides attendees in making a reusable fabric gift bag. Each participant experiments...

Participants learn how to transform discarded fabric scraps into a colourful, tactile rag wreath to display at home. The session explores combining various textiles, colours, and textures to create a durable decoration without requiring any sewing skills. Hot drinks and...

Participants paint their own festive baubles under the step-by-step guidance of a professional artist. All painting supplies and equipment are provided, and guests take home their finished ornament. A complimentary glass of Prosecco or a non-alcoholic alternative is served on...

Cardiff's Christmas Jumper Choir, an all-female festive community choir for women-who-love-women, hosts an afternoon of holiday sing-alongs. Guests can take part in the singing or simply listen while gathering with community members. Attendees are invited to wear their favourite festive...

Participants learn how to design and customize an original festive wreath to take home. Each session includes hands-on tuition along with all necessary natural materials and foliage. On-site purchases include hot drinks, cakes, snacks, bar drinks, lights, and water misters.

Participants craft a personalized Christmas wreath from scratch using greenery, natural items, and seasonal decorations. Tutors guide attendees through creating the moss ring and building the wreath base. The session includes mulled wine, mince pies, and Christmas crackers, and guests...

Hosted in the Calon lodge, guests are welcomed with a glass of freshly brewed mulled wine before heading to shared tables. Using a wire frame, attendees build a bespoke holiday wreath from scratch using fresh moss, pine foliage, and a...

Guests gather in the tasting lodge for a Christmas painting masterclass led by local artist Sophie, creator of Make it Soph. The session offers a welcoming space to socialise, sip wine, and get creative with a paintbrush. Both complete beginners...

Participants dance to holiday routines led by a collaboration of Zumba Gold instructors while wearing provided Santa hats. Following the dance session, attendees gather for tea, cake, and a raffle supporting instructors' chosen charities.

Participants learn how to assemble a handmade wreath using traditional moss-based techniques under step-by-step guidance. The workshop includes layering moss, seasonal foliage, and ribbon onto a wire frame with provided floristry tools. Attendees receive a welcome glass of bubbly and...

Participants create a custom festive bauble during an artist-led painting session hosted with Paint & PomPom. All painting materials and equipment are provided, and guests take their finished baubles home. Attendees receive a complimentary glass of Prosecco or a non-alcoholic...

Led by the team from Paint & Pom, attendees craft artificial Christmas wreaths designed to keep for future seasons. The workshop provides all necessary materials along with a mince pie and a glass of mulled wine.

Participants receive step-by-step guidance to prepare wax, place wicks, and blend seasonal fragrance oils to make two 200g glass soy candles. Classes are taught in small groups with a limit of eight students per tutor, and include a printed guide...

Participants learn simple macrame knots and techniques to make handmade holiday ornaments for their Christmas trees. The session includes an introduction to knotting along with written instructions and all necessary materials.

Participants create their own designs on pre-cut flat glass, choosing between making two festive items—a Christmas tree and a bauble—or a single piece melted over a mould into a double curve. Instructors demonstrate basic glass-cutting techniques and provide photo inspiration...

Dogs and their adult companions take over Santa's Grotto for a dedicated festive evening. Four-legged guests can visit Santa to receive a present, decorate a dog treat, and play in an enclosed dog social area. Human visitors can enjoy wood-fired...

Celtic Manor Resort presents Christmas and New Year celebrations with luxurious breaks, festive dining, and family activities. Offerings include Santa's Tea Party, party nights, New Year's Eve events, dining, lodge getaways, and a Peter Pan-themed package.

Discover the magic of Christmas at Principality Stadium with the Santa Experience returning for 2026. Explore the iconic halls of Welsh Rugby's home before stepping into a enchanting winter wonderland. Register your interest now to be the first to receive...

Step into a winter wonderland at Bristol Zoo's Santa's Grotto. Children can visit Santa Claus himself, with time slots available for booking online. The zoo will be adorned with festive lights, and you can meet Santa's reindeer. Enjoy seasonal treats...

Experience a 'Merry and Wild' Christmas at Bristol Zoo Project, featuring the exciting Big Gift Hunt where families can find hidden presents, solve riddles, and win festive prizes. Discover special animal treats and enjoy unique photo opportunities amidst enchanting holiday...

Embark on a magical Christmas journey with John Lewis and The LEGO Group's Santa experiences. Choose from Santa's Enchanted Grotto, a whimsical adventure to Santa's Post Office, or a classic Meet & Greet. Enjoy Santa's Tea Party with festive treats,...

Embark on a magical holiday adventure with Bristol Ferry Boats' 'Sail with Santa' event. This unique experience offers a festive boat trip along Bristol Harbour, where families can meet Santa himself. It's a charming way to celebrate the season and...

Discover the joy of crafting your own festive centerpiece at Posies of Clevedon's Christmas Wreath Making Workshop. Under the guidance of expert florists, you'll learn to assemble a beautiful wreath using seasonal greenery and decorations. It's a perfect opportunity to...

Kalamata transforms into a winter wonderland with a packed schedule of festive events from December 3, 2024, to January 6, 2025. Experience the magic of multiple Christmas tree lightings, including a grand ceremony on December 6th featuring a concert by...