Doncaster Other Christmas Activities 2026

This free Christmas Eve Kids Disco offers an afternoon for children with games, prizes, and sweet treats. DJ Mr Dan Productions will provide music.

The Holiday Cottage painting class at The Twisted Knot in Doncaster guides attendees in creating Christmas cottage artwork inspired by 'The Holiday' movie. The session provides step-by-step instruction in a social atmosphere for all skill levels. Participants take home their...

At The Twisted Knot in Doncaster, create a snow globe gingerbread house. No prior painting experience is required. Bring your own festive drinks and snacks.

A 2-hour workshop in Auckley, Doncaster guides participants in crafting Jesmonite Christmas decorations. Items include candlestick holders, a pot or vase, and tree ornaments, with options for personalization. All materials are provided.

Step into a winter wonderland at Santa's Woodland Grotto and a festive character meet-and-greet event. Wander through a magical woodland walk to meet Santa and his helpers, and receive a special gift. Throughout the event, beloved Christmas characters will be...

Get into the festive spirit at the Pontefract Light Switch-On! This free, family-friendly event features a bustling market perfect for kicking off Christmas shopping, exciting funfair rides, and captivating performances from local talent. Don't miss the magical moment the town...

Get ready for the Castleford Light Switch-On! Explore a festive market for early Christmas shopping, enjoy delicious street food, and soak up the cheerful community atmosphere. Kids will love the funfair rides and a giant snowglobe. Don't miss the official...

Get ready to kick off the festive season with the 'Light Up Wakefield' events! This series of light switch-on ceremonies, parades, and art installations across Wakefield, Castleford, Ossett, and Pontefract promises a magical start to the holidays. Explore festive markets,...

Discover the magic of Christmas with Santa's Grotto experiences at various Yorkshire Garden Centres. Choose between an immersive adventure at Tong Garden Centre, where you'll help solve the mystery of Santa's missing pocket watch, or a traditional meet-and-greet at Tingley,...

A coaster painting workshop combines Dutch Delft blue artistry with British Christmas charm. Participants will create two ceramic coasters with festive designs, such as gingerbread houses or pigs in blankets, using specialist paints and simple techniques. Templates and guidance are...

The Tropical Butterfly House hosts a meet and greet with the Ice Queen and Jolly Snowman. Children can visit Santa in his Woodland Grotto, receive a magic snowflake token, and explore the Elf Workshop for crafts. The event includes themed...

Meet the 'Green Grump' character at the Tropical Butterfly House. Guests can also visit Santa in his Woodland Grotto and add a Santa Gift, which includes a magic snowflake for Santa's Toy Shop.

A 'Festive Pup Fun' event allows children to meet characters, including a playful pup. A visit to Santa's Woodland Grotto offers a magic snowflake token for a gift. Activities include decorating gingerbread cookies and completing the Elf Explorer Trail.

Meet Elfy Shelfy, one of Santa's helpers, at the Tropical Butterfly House. A visit to Santa's Woodland Grotto, an Elf Workshop with activities, and tractor-trailer rides are available.

A 2-hour Reindeer Bell Pottery Workshop allows participants to create and decorate a Reindeer Bell tree decoration. All tools and materials are provided; no experience is needed. Creations will be fired and available for collection at Ticking Clock Brewery before...

Pontefract Castle offers a Christmas wreath workshop using Powertex, fabric, lace, and decorative elements.

A Christmas candle painting workshop at Pontefract Castle allows participants to decorate candles with festive designs.

A personalized Christmas wreath can be created at this workshop using seasonal foliage, dried fruits, and embellishments. Instruction includes wreath construction and bow making, with refreshments provided.

Vintage Rose Florist hosts a wreath-making evening with afternoon tea. The event includes finger sandwiches, savoury and sweet treats, a glass of fizz, and unlimited tea and coffee. All wreath-making materials are provided.

The Baubles & Bubbles Sip & Paint Event involves painting Christmas baubles. Prosecco is served during the activity.

A 12-inch Christmas wreath can be crafted with provided materials. Additional decorations are available for purchase, or attendees may bring their own. Mince pies, muffins, and hot drinks are served.

Children under 16 with a guardian can participate in Christmas-themed arts and crafts activities at Santa's Crafty Workshop.

Children up to 6 years old can enjoy outdoor fun at Winter Wonderland Woodland Play. These sessions offer sensory play in a natural woodland setting.

Create colorful festive boxes using linocut printmaking techniques. These decorations can be hung on a tree or used as gift wrap. All materials are provided for this activity suitable for beginners.

A free Christmas craft activity where children can make reindeer food and a 'Please Stop Here' sign for Santa's visit.

This free event allows children to craft their own festive Christmas tree decorations to take home.

Children can create and decorate their own festive Christmas slime at this free event, where all materials are supplied.

Children can write and decorate letters to Santa Claus at this free activity, with letters sent directly to the North Pole.

Santa's elves host a free mini disco event in 2026 featuring music, games, and Christmas fun for dancing and playing.

Attendees will create a bespoke Christmas willow wreath using a handmade twisted willow base and natural foliage sourced from Sheffield. All materials are included.

Flowers by Amy leads a festive evening workshop for participants to create a Christmas door wreath using fresh foliage and seasonal decorations.

A FREE Mini Disco with the Elves is scheduled to kick off the Christmas season with dancing and festive cheer.

Children can design and write letters to Santa at the free Cambridge Street Collective's Letters to Santa Craft Workshop.

Cambridge Street Collective holds a Meet and Greet with Santa Paws event for dogs. Canine attendees can meet Santa Paws, check the Naughty or Nice Pawslist, and receive a certificate and goody bag.

A natural Christmas wreath can be created at the Feel Good Craft Club. All materials are provided for this decoration. Mince pies and hot chocolate are included; attendees may bring their own bottle.

Create a festive Christmas door wreath at a hands-on workshop at Renishaw Hall, guided by Floral Inspiration. Following the session, a luxurious afternoon tea is served in the Rex Whistler room. Materials are provided, optional drinks are available, and a...

A 90-minute Christmas boat trip travels along Wakefield's canals and rivers aboard the 1929-built narrow boat Apollo. Santa will be on board for children 12 and under to receive a gift. Visitors may bring their own food and drinks; dogs...

A hands-on workshop teaches participants to create porcelain Christmas decorations by working with clay, applying textures, and cutting shapes. The fired porcelain becomes nearly transparent when light shines through.

Embark on a enchanting Christmas Wonder Ride aboard the Pugneys Light Railway. This festive event transforms the charming miniature railway within Pugneys Country Park into a magical holiday experience. Enjoy a delightful journey through a winter wonderland, surrounded by festive...

Experience the magic of Christmas as Santa Claus arrives at Wetherells in Selby. Children can book a special visit to his fabulous winter grotto, located in the newly relocated toy department. Each child receives a hand-picked gift from Santa himself,...