Things to do this Christmas in Bristol: Your Festive What’s On Guide
Visit Bristol this Christmas and experience the culture, festivities and community spirit.
Welcome to Culture Calling's guide to the festive season in the South West's city of Bristol. From Christmas theatre to Christmas markets, top-tier hot chocolate cafes to tobogganing, let us help you get into the spirit...
Christmas Markets in Bristol: Dates and locations for 2025
Tick off the Christmas list early with a visit to one of the many Christmas Markets in Bristol were you'll find traditional stalls, unique gifts and delicious treats!
Avon Valley Christmas Experience 2025
Avon Valley 29 Nov 2025 to 24 Dec 2025
This December visit Avon Valley for a full day of festive, family fun in a Christmas experience like no other as we transport you and your family to a place of Christmas wonder and magic.
The Festival of Light 2025
Longleat 8 Nov 2025 to 11 Jan 2026
A dazzling historical adventure with the much-loved Wallace & Gromit in spectacular lantern displays.
Twilight Tobogganing 2025
Mendip Activity Centre 7 Nov 2025 to 4 Jan 2026
Embrace the magic of winter with a one-of-a-kind family adventure - Twilight Tobogganing!
Christmas – The Illuminated Cathedral Concert
Bristol Cathedral 29 Nov 2025
Experience the Enchantment of ‘Christmas – The Illuminated Concert’ in an Unforgettable Festive Musical Celebration presented by Xperience Live.
Beneath the Waves: A Festive Light & Sound Experience
Brunel's SS Great Britain 27 Nov 2025 to 4 Jan 2026
Beneath The Waves, an amazing light and sound installation with hundreds of suspended orbs transforming the space into a luminous seascape.
Antarctica
Bristol Old Vic 5 Dec 2025 to 10 Jan 2026
This Christmas, step into a special wintry wonderland especially for younger audiences to enjoy, with songs, puppets and plenty of snowy surprises.
Winter Wonderland at Wookey Hole 2025
Wookey Hole Caves 22 Nov 2025 to 24 Dec 2025
Get ready to unwrap the festive season with a magical visit to Wookey Hole’s Winter Wonderland, including three very special Christmas experiences all wrapped up into one magical day out,
Snow Mice!
The Egg Theatre 20 Nov 2025 to 11 Jan 2026
The Snow Mouse returns, leading three children on a magical winter adventure with live music and puppetry.
Santa Specials at the Avon Valley Railway
Avon Valley Railway 23 Nov 2025 to 24 Dec 2025
Join us at the Avon Valley Railway to make unforgettable Christmas memories onboard the 2025 Santa Special.
Father Christmas at Ashton Court
Ashton Court Estate 3 Dec 2025 to 23 Dec 2025
Father Christmas Experience returns to Ashton Court Mansion for a magical festive adventure like no other.
