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During the festive season, a little (or maybe more) over indulgence is generally advised. Whether you’re heading out for the office Christmas do, drinks with friends, dinners with the family, or just grabbing a tasty treat to take the edge of that frosty winter air, Cardiff has plenty of choice to keep you satisfied!
Victorian Christmas Market
Where: Queen St
When: Thu 12 – Sun 15 November 2026
Celebrate the start of the festive season as Queen Street is transformed into a beautifully decorated Christmas market, bringing the atmosphere of a traditional Victorian Christmas to the heart of Cardiff. Expect four festive days of Christmas shopping, entertainment and magic, with traders will be embracing the Victorian theme.
Bavarian Festive Quarter
Where: Working Street, City Centre
When: Thu 12 – Wed 23 December 2026
Enjoy this popular, Bavarian themed festive attraction on Working Street in Cardiff city centre. Grab a seat in the wooden chalet style bar, where they serve a selection of German beers, or visit the food vendors for a choice of traditional Bratwursts, hog roasts, sweet treats and more.
Christmas Parties in Cardiff
Christmas is the perfect excuse to organise that long overdue festive shindig with your family, friends or colleagues. Visit Cardiff know that choosing the perfect venue can be quite the task, so we have put together a variation of celebrations below to suit groups of all sizes and interests.
Find Festive Food in Cardiff
We all know that delicious food is at the heart of the Christmas season - but finding the perfect venue (that isn’t already fully booked!) can be a challenge. That’s where we come in. Visit Cardiff have done the legwork for you and rounded up some of the city’s best Christmas dining offers.
VISIT CARDIFF AT CHRISTMAS
Christmas in Cardiff is about much more than just food and drink. From festive lights and Winter Wonderland to Christmas shows, family activities, shopping and more, there are plenty of ways to enjoy the city through November and December.