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What’s On in Cardiff at Christmas…
Nothing helps the festive feeling like getting out and about for some fun with the family. As well as the usual Christmas shows and panto, Bute Park has an exciting new outdoor light trail to look forward to. Along with our famous Winter Wonderland it really is the most wonderful time of the year.
Ice Skating at Cardiff’s Winter Wonderland
Where: Cardiff Castle Grounds
When: Thu, 13 Nov 2025 – Sun, 04 Jan 2026
Winter Wonderland’s seasonal Ice Rink, in the Castle’s beautiful grounds, has been the centrepiece of Cardiff’s festivities for many a year. Suitable for all abilities, the undercover ice rink also includes a magical Ice Walk, set against the stunning backdrop of the iconic Norman Keep.
Cardiff Christmas Market
Where: The Hayes / Working Street
When: Thu, 13 Nov 2025 – Tue, 23 Dec 2025
The Christmas Market in Cardiff, curated by Craft*Folk, is unlike those you may find in other cities. At each and every stall, you will be purchasing original work from talented makers: bespoke jewellery, beautiful textiles, wooden turned gifts, and original artwork across all mediums.
Winter Wonderland’s Big Wheel and Funfair
Where: City Hall Lawn
When: Thu, 13 Nov 2025 – Sun, 04 Jan 2026
Bute Park Lights Up For Christmas
Where: Bute Park
When: Fri, 21 Nov 2025 – Wed, 31 Dec 2025
Now a firm favourite in Cardiff’s Christmas event calendar, the nation’s premier festive lights trail, Christmas at Bute Park, is back for a 5th year. Enjoy a mile long stroll through an enchanted world of illumination with 15 different light zones, a truly mesmerising journey in the shadow of the historic Cardiff Castle.
Christmas Trail: Runaway Reindeer
Where: St Fagans National Museum of History
When: Sat, 29 Nov 2025 – Tue, 23 Dec 2025
The mischevious elves have left the stable door open, and now Father Christmas’ reindeer have scattered all across the museum grounds! With Christmas Eve fast approaching, they need your help to find them and bring them back to the North Pole in time for the most important night of the year.
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CHRISTMAS IN CARDIFF
There’s never a bad time to Visit Cardiff, with so many events, attractions and things to see in Wales’ thriving capital, but there’s just always something magical about the city at Christmas time. So, feel the spirit of the season come to life, whatever makes it special for you, Christmas in Cardiff has something for everyone.
