Best Christmas Days Out in Worcestershire 2026
There are loads of things to do in Worcestershire this Christmas! This is a comprehensive list of the best Christmas days out in Worcestershire 2026. They include places to see Santa and other festive activities both with and without Santa visits.
You can jump straight to each event using the links in the table below. Please do let me know if I’ve missed any brilliant days out off the list, I’d be happy to add them in. Advance booking is essential at all attractions unless otherwise stated.
This post covers the Worcestershire area only. If you are looking for Christmas days out in nearby counties, please see below:
Attwell Farm Park Worcestershire – Winter Barn Workshop and Father Christmas
Not yet announced for 2026 – the below information is about last year’s experience for information only.
Step into the magic of Christmas at Attwell Farm Park with a fully immersive festive adventure. Visitors can enjoy a personal one-on-one meeting with Father Christmas (complete with a keepsake photo), explore Santa’s new toy shop to choose a gift, and dive into an elf workshop filled with seasonal activities and surprises. With a Christmas show and appearances by new characters, the experience promises to be bright, joyful, and unforgettable.
Dates: Not yet announced.
Website: Atwell Farm Park
Review: Tripadvisor
Bodenham Arboretum Worcestershire
Not yet announced for 2026 – the below information is about last year’s experience for information only.
Bodenham Arboretum transforms into a festive wonderland with a variety of seasonal happenings. Wander a Christmas trail amid twinkling lights and starry clues, or join a starlight dog walk for a magical lakeside stroll. For movie lovers, there’s a drive-in screening of The Muppet Christmas Carol, while music enthusiasts can enjoy carols by candlelight in a charming torchlit setting. The arboretum also offers a nativity-themed walk and other family-friendly festive experiences.
Dates: Not yet announced.
Website: Bodenham Arboretum
Review: Tripadvisor
Little Owl Farm Park – Christmas at the Farm
Not yet announced for 2026 – the below information is about last year’s experience for information only.
This magical Christmas experience offers a selection of grotto experiences including SEN grotto sessions, tinsel tots experiences for pre-schoolers and grotto visits for everyone. Elves welcome visitors to the North Pole barn to decorate a gingerbread biscuit. Then, it’s time to head off to the grotto to meet Father Christmas, before strolling over to the Christmas village. Visit the elves’ toy shop and festive sweet shop and enjoy a tasty treat and hot drink. Other winter fun includes festive mini-golf, a new Christmas show, and a stroll around a festive farm.
Dates: Not yet announced.
Website: Little Owl Farm Park
Review: Trip Advisor
Malvern Theatres – Aladdin Pantomime 2026
Malvern Theatres in Worcestershire put on a spectacular pantomime performance every Christmas. For 2026, it’s Aladdin. This year’s stars aren’t yet confirmed, but Mark James is pictured on the page and it wouldn’t be a Malvern panto without him. The director is confirmed as Martin Dodd for UK Productions. There’s a discount for tickets booked before 1st September 2026 using the code EARLYBIRD at the checkout.
Dates: 10th December 2026 to 3rd January 2027.
BSL interpreted performance: 13th December 2026.
Relaxed performance: 14th December 2026.
Audio described performance and touch tour: 16th December 2026.
Website: Malvern Theatres
Review: Plutonium Sox – this is a review of a previous production. I will update it with a review of this year’s production as soon as possible.
Severn Valley Railway Festive Trains 2026
Two festive experiences are currently confirmed at the Severn Valley Railway for Christmas 2026. Choose between the following:
Santa Steam Specials
Travel by steam train to see this year’s Christmas show at Arley, The Key To Christmas. After the show, there’s a surprise on board for all the children, who will receive a present from Santa’s team to take home and keep. Children don’t meet Santa personally on this experience, but they’ll see him in the stage show at Arley. Santa Steam Special tickets go on sale during summer 2026.
Dates: 28th and 29th November and 5th, 6th, 12th, 13th, 19th, 20th, 23rd and 24th December 2026.
Elf Express
Departing from Bridgnorth in your own private compartment, The Elf Express takes you on a magical steam train journey through the Severn Valley, filled with sparkle, warmth, and festive spirit. Before Santa’s sleigh takes flight, he and a handpicked team of his jolliest elves bring Christmas to life with interactive fun, festive songs, and heart-warming surprises. Along the way, passengers meet beloved North Pole characters, enjoy dazzling on-train entertainment, and share in the joy of the season. To make the adventure even more special, every child receives a present-shaped surprise during the train journey. Elf Express tickets go on sale during summer 2026.
Dates: 28th and 29th November and 5th, 6th, 12th, 13th, 19th, 20th, 23rd and 24th December 2026.
Three Counties Showground – Winter Glow 2026
Winter Glow is a multi-attraction event taking place at the Three Counties Showground in Malvern, Worcestershire this Christmas. Each activity can be booked separately, or visit the Christmas market and food and drink areas at no charge.
Christmas Market, Food and Bar
Park for free in the vast Three Counties Showground car park and head into the market, Bavarian winter bar, food quarter, fairground and ice café for free. There is set to be a vast choice of festive food and drink and vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options. It is worthy of note that the Food Quarter, Winter Bar and Ice café are indoors, but they are not heated and the Christmas market is outside, so they advise wrapping up warm.
Santa Experience
The fully immersive, personalised Santa experience set in a 2000m2 Winter Village is back, reimagined and improved for 2026. The whole family will be able to complete festive activities with help from Mrs Claus and the elves. The adventure begins when Father Christmas sends visiting families a personalised invitation in the post to invite them to visit him and the elves at the North Pole.
On arrival, Jingle the head elf will be on hand to greet guests in the Winter Village and set them some challenges to carry out before heading to Santa’s workshop. More elves greet you there and invite you to explore. Families meet Santa one at a time in his grotto, where he will ask personalised questions about their achievements, hobbies and favourite things they’ve done this year. Children receive a gift and nice list certificate. Then, it’s off to the bakery run by Mrs Claus to decorate a festive biscuit. On the way back to the Winter village, you’ll pass through the Old Sweet Shop and North Pole Letter Box.
Illuminated Light Trail
The illuminated light trail transports visitors to a Winter Wonderland. This year’s theme hasn’t yet been announced. The light trail showcases installations, structures and illuminations created by local artists, crafters and lighting designers. As you walk around the light experience, children will be asked to solve riddles and puzzles to help find five elves who have gone missing. It is worthy of note that the trail is outdoors so you’ll need to dress for the weather. It’s wheelchair friendly and sensory friendly and dog friendly sessions are available to book on selected dates.
Ice Skating
One of the largest indoor ice rinks in the region will be at Winter Glow this year. Glide around the festively decorated rink listening to Classic Christmas songs and get into the Christmas spirit. Skate aids are available and can be added to your booking. Sessions last 45 minutes and they advise arriving half an hour early to get skates fitted. This activity is not suitable for children under 3 years old. Visit on a Sunday morning with little ones who would enjoy meeting ice princesses and skating to the soundtrack from Frozen.
Fairground
The fairground attractions at Winter Glow haven’t yet been confirmed for Christmas 2026. In previous years, they’ve been pay-per-ride. They haven’t yet confirmed whether the iconic big wheel will be there this year.
UV Glow Crazy Golf
UV glow crazy golf is back for 2026. This elf-themed attraction will be indoors and friends and family can challenge each other to score a hole in one – in the dark!
Dates: 20th November to 31st December 2026.
Website: Winter Glow
Review: Plutonium Sox
Webbs Wychbold
Not yet announced for 2026 – the below information is about last year’s experience for information only.
This year’s festive light trail at Webbs transforms it into the Enchanted Gardens of Oz. Follow the yellow brick road around Oz with stunning sets, glowing lanterns, enchanting sounds and projections. Meet the key characters, see the field of poppies and of course, enter the Emerald City. Look out for the Wicked Witch of the West and her monkeys. There’s even an option to step into Santa’s workshop for some photos.
Dates: Not yet announced.
Website: Webbs
Review: Birmingham Mail
West Midlands Safari Park – Santa Safari
Although they have confirmed the Santa Safari event is going ahead in 2026, full details have not yet been announced – the below information is about last year’s experience for information only.
Head to Santa’s grotto at your allocated time, where you’ll meet a helpful elf to take you to the North Pole in an Enchanted Elevator. Travel up and away on a flight to Santa’s Grotto across festive scenes and snowy landscapes.
Ring a magic doorbell to enter the festively decorated log cabin with a Christmas tree and seasonal fireplace where Santa is waiting for you. Let him know what you’d like for Christmas and an elf will take your photo together. Next, it’s time to head to the elf workshop for children to pick their own gift. There are complimentary refreshments and children can write letters to Santa and make reindeer food in Mrs Claus’ Craft club.
Attend on selected dates to attend the brand new West Midlands Safari Park panto.
Dates: Not yet announced.
Website: West Midlands Safari Park
Review: Express and Star
Worcester Cathedral – Christmas Tree Festival 2026
Head to Worcester Cathedral this Christmas and marvel at the uniquely designed and decorated Christmas trees created by schools, organisations and charities around the local area. Booking is not required and this is a free event to visit so it’s a great idea if you’re on a budget.
Dates: 28th November 2026 to 5th January 2027. Excluding Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
Website: Worcester Cathedral
Review: Tripadvisor
Worcester Victorian Christmas Fayre 2026
Worcester’s Victorian Christmas Fayre is an extremely popular event that is always absolutely packed with visitors. Look out for characters in Victorian dress, festive treats and a Christmassy atmosphere. Nearly 200 stalls in the city centre sell local arts, crafts, street food and gifts. Street entertainers, musicians and a Victorian fairground complete with carousel add to the experience.
Dates: 3rd to 6th December 2026.
Website: Worcester Christmas Fayre
Review: Tripadvisor
Things to do in Worcestershire that aren’t festive
If you’re looking for something to do that isn’t Christmassy, these posts will give you a few ideas:
- Worcestershire school holidays
- Free things to do in Worcestershire
- Malvern Hills Walks
