Spalding Other Christmas Activities 2026

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...

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...

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...

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...

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.

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...

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...

Gather to experience Ely's biggest Christmas tree and join in the countdown to the switching on of the lights. The family-friendly service celebrates the festive season through prayer and music sung by the Choristers. The gathering concludes with the formal...

This annual service invites visitors to be part of the choir or simply sit back and enjoy an afternoon of favourite carols. Led by local and visiting singers, the festive gathering takes place under the cathedral's Octagon. The musical selections...

Visitors gather to sing along to favourite Christmas carols accompanied by the Littleport Brass Band. The event also features Christmas music, readings, and prayers.

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....

Gather outside the main doors of the Cathedral on Palace Green for community carol singing in the open air. Attendees join together to sing festive carols and enjoy hot chocolate.

Families celebrate the festive season by discovering the plants and trees that hold special importance during winter. Children create their own holiday decorations to take home using clay, leaves, and ribbon. The event provides a hands-on crafting experience connected to...

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 gather in the Lady Chapel to design and craft a living holiday wreath guided by Wild Oak Workshops. Using a natural willow base, attendees weave together locally harvested spruce, pine cones, hedgerow teasels, berried ivy, eucalyptus, cinnamon sticks, kiln-dried...

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 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...

Guided by an elf, visitors and their pets travel through three themed winter wonderland rooms. The Village features photo props and a station to decorate a personalized pet bauble. In the Snug, pets can meet Santa Paws for photos, followed...

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.

Visitors craft a living wreath in an oak-clad cabin using a natural willow base, moss, and lichen. The design incorporates locally harvested spruce, foraged forest pine cones, berried ivy, scented cinnamon sticks, and kiln-dried citrus slices, with an optional dusting...

Participants craft a personalized holiday door wreath with hands-on guidance from the Flower Bar team. All crafting materials are provided, and attendees receive a glass of bubbles upon arrival.

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.

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.

Led by florist Feather and Ferns, participants learn how to craft a 12-inch Christmas door wreath to take home and display. The workshop requires no prior floristry experience and includes light refreshments.

Participants learn how to design and construct a 12-inch holiday door wreath to take home. Florist Feather and Ferns leads the session using a selection of fresh foliage, dried fruits, ribbons, and other decorative adornments. The workshop takes place in...

Participants create a custom 12-inch door wreath to take home under the step-by-step guidance of a professional florist. The session includes a selection of natural Christmas foliage, dried fruits, ribbons, and decorative adornments, alongside provided cutting tools. Attendees gather at...

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...

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.

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

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.

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...

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....

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.

Ely Cathedral hosts a series of traditional Advent and Christmas services throughout December 2026. Experience the awe-inspiring Advent Procession, find peace during candlelit Advent Compline, and join the festive Big Christmas Tree Lights Switch-on Service. Sing along to carols with...