Best Christmas Days Out in Worcestershire 2026
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Looking for the best Christmas days out in Worcestershire for 2026? There are plenty of festive things to do across the county this year, including Santa experiences, Christmas light trails, festive steam trains, pantomimes, Christmas markets and free events. This guide brings together family Christmas events across Worcester, Malvern, Bewdley and the surrounding Worcestershire area, with dates and booking information where available.
Whether you’re looking for somewhere to see Father Christmas, a festive day out with the children or a dog-friendly Christmas event, you’ll find a variety of options below. I’ll continue updating this guide as more Worcestershire Christmas events for 2026 are announced.
Whilst Christmas days out do always tend to be quite expensive, you can sometimes get them for a reduced price. Check out my discount deals on attractions and days out information post. I update it regularly, so keep a look out for reductions relating to Christmas events.
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:
The Chronicles of Christmas at Attwell Farm Park
Christmas returns to Attwell Farm Park with The Chronicles of Christmas, an immersive festive adventure that takes families through an enchanted wardrobe into a sparkling Winter Wonderland. Along the way, children can meet magical characters, help sort Santa’s post at the North Pole Postal Service, visit Mrs Beaver’s Bon-Bon Boutique, make reindeer food and enjoy a festive sing-along at the Jingle Express Station. There are roaming Christmas characters and live entertainment around the farm, while the Full Experience also includes Candy Cane Customs and a private visit to Father Christmas. More new experiences and festive surprises for Christmas 2026 are still to be revealed.
Note: The dates haven’t yet been announced and tickets are not yet on sale BUT – their waiting list for Christmas tickets is now live and given that they sell out every year, I’d advise going on the waiting list if this is one you’d love to do.
Dates: Not yet announced.
Website: Atwell Farm Park
Review: Tripadvisor
Bodenham Arboretum Worcestershire
There are three lovely events at Bodenham Arboretum this Christmas, all offering something completely different.
Christmas trails
Two Christmas trails take place at Bodenham this year. Choose between the Silly Santa Trail and the Christmas Nativity Story.
Dates: 28th November 2026 to 3rd January 2027.
Breakfast with Santa
Join Father Christmas for activities, storytelling and breakfast. There will be an opportunity to take a photo with him and children’s tickets include a gift. All breakfast with Santa tickets include admission to the silly Santa Trail and Nativity Story trail.
Dates: 4th, 5th, 11th, 12th, 18th and 19th December 2026.
Carols by candlelight
A torch-lit procession leads you from the visitor centre to the barns to sing carols. Afterwards, it’s back to the lakeside terrace for a mulled wine and a mince pie. There’s also a bar and hot food and drinks.
Dates: 18th, 19th and 20th December 2026.
Website: Bodenham Arboretum
Review: Tripadvisor
Croome’s Fairytale Christmas
Step into the pages of some much-loved fairytales at Croome this Christmas, when the house is transformed with enchanting decorations and immersive storybook scenes. Visitors can discover Sleeping Beauty in the Temple Greenhouse, venture into The Little Mermaid’s underwater world in the Basement and see Hansel and Gretel’s gingerbread cottage in the Tapestry Room, alongside plenty of other festive displays throughout Croome. A quiet hour is also available on selected mornings for visitors who would benefit from experiencing the decorations when the property is less busy.
This is one of my favourite National Trust properties and dogs are welcome in the grounds, although they’re not allowed in the house itself. There’s no additional charge for the Christmas event, although normal admission applies, and booking isn’t required. It’s free for National Trust members.
Dates: 28th November 2026 to 3rd January 2027.
Review: Plutonium Sox review of a day out at Croome.
Website: Croome National Trust
Little Owl Farm Park – Christmas at the Farm
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: 28th and 29th November and 5th, 6th, 10th to 13th, 17th to 23rd December 2026.
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, Sev Keoshgerian stars as Aladdin, along with Tristan Gemmill and Bunny Galore. Thankfully, Mark James is back too for his 9th year – 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.
Website: Severn Valley Railway.
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
This year’s festive light trail at Webbs transforms it into the Enchanted Gardens of Kipling’s Jungle Book. Venture deep into the Indian jungle with stunning sets, glowing lanterns, enchanting sounds and projections. Look out for key characters like Bagheera the panther, mother and father wolf, Baloo and Mowgli. There’s even an option to step into Santa’s workshop for some photos.
Dates: 20th November 2026 to 2nd January 2027.
Website: Webbs
Review: Birmingham Mail
West Midlands Safari Park – Santa Safari
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 2026 panto, Sleeping Beauty.
Dates: Various dates from 21st November to 24th December 2026.
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
Dog Friendly Christmas Events in Worcestershire
Worcestershire is one of the best areas in the West Midlands for dog friendly Christmas events. Here’s a bit of information about each of the Worcestershire Christmas events that is dog friendly.
- Worcestershire Animal Rescue Centre (WARS): Santa paws event. Saturday 28th November 2026. Website: WARS.
- Winter Glow: Santa paws, light trail and festive market are dog friendly on the following dates: 14th to 17th December 2026. Website: Winter Glow.
- Worcester Cathedral Christmas Tree Festival: Dates: 28th November 2026 to 5th January 2027. Excluding Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Dog friendly every day. Website: Worcester Cathedral.
- Croome: As the Christmas event is inside the house, the event itself isn’t dog friendly. However, dogs are welcome in the grounds and it’s a really lovely place for a dog walk if you can take it in turns to go inside.
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:
- Free things to do in Worcestershire
- Malvern Hills Walks
- Afternoon tea in Worcestershire
- Dog friendly days out in Worcestershire
- Dog friendly pubs in Worcestershire
- Themed afternoon tea in the West Midlands
- Family days out in Worcestershire for £50 or under
Where to stay nearby
If you’re heading to Worcestershire for a festive event or two, you might want to stay overnight. Here are a few suggestions of accommodation in the local area.
