Christmas Events in Wales 2026
Discover Christmas markets, winter fairs, light trails, Santa experiences, festive shows and seasonal family days out across Wales in 2026.
Festive Wales
Christmas markets, lights and winter days out
Christmas events begin across Wales from mid-November, with city-centre markets, castle fairs, winter festivals, illuminated trails and family experiences continuing through December and into the New Year.
This guide brings together confirmed 2026 events from North, South, Mid and West Wales, with links to the latest official information for each event.
Dates, ticket availability and opening times can still change, so always check the organiser's latest information before travelling.
Confirmed 2026 Events
Christmas events across Wales
We’ve started with 16 confirmed festive events, from major Christmas markets to light trails, winter fairs, skating and family shows.
Cardiff Christmas Market 2026
- When: 12 November – 23 December 2026
- Where: Cardiff city centre
- Type: Market
One of Wales’ biggest festive shopping events, with original work from makers, craftspeople and seasonal food producers across the city centre.
View event guide →Cardiff Victorian Christmas Market 2026
- When: 12–15 November 2026
- Where: Queen Street, Cardiff
- Type: Market
A four-day Victorian-themed Christmas market with independent traders, festive food, live music, roaming performers and decorated stalls.
Check official event details →The Spirit of Christmas at Bute Park
- When: 19 November – 31 December 2026
- Where: Bute Park, Cardiff
- Type: Light Trail
A mile-long Christmas light trail through Bute Park with large-scale illuminated installations, music and a festive Christmas Village.
View event guide →Llandudno Christmas Extravaganza 2026
- When: 19–22 November 2026
- Where: Trinity Square, Llandudno
- Type: Festival
Four days of festive stalls, seasonal food and drink, fairground attractions, street entertainment and an outdoor cinema.
View event guide →Picton Castle Christmas Market 2026
- When: 21–22 November 2026
- Where: Picton Castle & Gardens
- Type: Market
A festive market in the castle and gardens with handmade crafts, local vendors, seasonal food and a decorated historic setting.
Check official event details →Caerphilly Christmas Market 2026
- When: 21 November 2026
- Where: Caerphilly town centre
- Type: Market
A free Christmas market with street food, mulled wine, craft and gift stalls, street theatre and family funfair attractions.
View event guide →Hay Festival Winter Weekend 2026
- When: 26–29 November 2026
- Where: Hay-on-Wye
- Type: Festival
Four cosy days of talks, music, comedy, workshops and festive events, with the Hay Christmas lights switched on during the weekend.
View event guide →Pembroke Castle Christmas Market 2026
- When: 27–29 November 2026
- Where: Pembroke Castle
- Type: Market
A free Christmas market inside the historic castle grounds with more than 80 stalls, festive food, music and Santa’s grotto.
View event guide →Blackwood Christmas Market 2026
- When: 28 November 2026
- Where: Blackwood town centre
- Type: Market
A town-centre festive market with food and craft stalls, independent shops and seasonal entertainment.
Check official event details →Christmas at The Meadows Wildlife Park
- When: Selected dates, 28 November – 24 December 2026
- Where: The Meadows Wildlife Park
- Type: Family
A family Christmas experience combining wildlife, a private Santa visit, festive characters, market stalls, seasonal food and activities.
Check official event details →Royal Welsh Winter Fair 2026
- When: 30 November – 1 December 2026
- Where: Royal Welsh Showground, Llanelwedd
- Type: Winter Fair
Two days of competitions, Welsh food and drink, Christmas shopping, livestock, attractions and a packed festive atmosphere.
View event guide →Portmeirion Christmas Fair 2026
- When: 4–6 December 2026
- Where: Portmeirion Village
- Type: Market
A major Christmas food and craft fair in Portmeirion’s colourful village, showcasing Welsh-made products and festive entertainment.
View event guide →Aberglasney Winter Fair 2026
- When: 4–6 December 2026
- Where: Aberglasney Gardens, Llangathen
- Type: Winter Fair
Nearly 100 festive pitches across the mansion, craft marquee and food marquee, plus seasonal entertainment and Santa’s grotto.
View event guide →Snow White at Swansea Grand Theatre
- When: 5 December 2026 – 3 January 2027
- Where: Swansea Grand Theatre
- Type: Pantomime
A family Christmas pantomime bringing Snow White to Swansea Grand Theatre throughout the festive season.
Check official event details →Ystrad Mynach Christmas Market 2026
- When: 5 December 2026
- Where: Ystrad Mynach town centre
- Type: Market
A free festive market with food and craft stalls, children’s rides, community performances and a Christmas light switch-on.
Check official event details →The Great Skate at ICC Wales
- When: 11 December 2026 – 2 January 2027
- Where: ICC Wales, Celtic Manor Resort
- Type: Ice Skating
An indoor real-ice skating experience with festive food, drinks, twinkling lights and seasonal music.
View event guide →Explore by area
Find more festive events around Wales
Browse regional event guides for local markets, Christmas lights, community events and winter activities near you.
North Wales
Find seasonal events around Llandudno, Gwynedd and across North Wales.
West & Mid Wales
Browse Carmarthenshire, Pembrokeshire and Powys.
South Wales
Discover Cardiff, Caerphilly, Newport, Swansea and more in our South Wales events guide.
Before you go
Useful Christmas event tips
Book ticketed events early
Light trails, Santa experiences, skating and festive shows can sell out.
Check the latest times
Opening hours can vary by day and some outdoor events are weather dependent.
Plan parking and travel
Popular town-centre markets can be very busy, particularly on December weekends.
Support local makers
Many Welsh Christmas fairs feature independent crafts, food and locally made gifts.
Event information checked September 2026. Always confirm current details directly with the organiser before travelling.
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