Christmas Markets
Christmas Markets are back at Wales Millennium Centre, and sooner than you think!
Get ready for the festivities, this year we’re hosting a series of market dates, giving you plenty of time to find something special for everyone on your list, and support amazing small businesses while you do it.
Jack Sullivan: A Docklands Artist
We are delighted to host Tiger Bay & the World’s latest exhibition, showcasing paintings by Jack Sullivan, a police officer and artist, depicting Dockland life in the 1940s and 80s.
Create XR (12 weeks)
Ignite your future and shape the world of immersive tech with Create XR at Wales Millennium Centre.
Winter Wonderland
This year’s wonderland is spread across two sites — City Hall Lawns and Cardiff Castle — featuring the Big Wheel, Sur La Piste Bar, Tafarn Tipi Bar, Ice Rink, Ice Trail, fire pits, and loads more festive fun. It’s almost time to step into Christmas in Cardiff!
Mischief's Christmas Carol Goes Wrong
What a bunch of Dickens!
The Welsh premiere of Mischief's Christmas Carol Goes Wrong comes crashing into Cardiff 18–22 November! You'd be a Scrooge to miss it.
Christmas at Bute Park
In the mood for all things festive, awe-inspiring light installations & a Christmas Village packed with tasty food & drink? Visit Bute Park this December!
Christmas Trail: Runaway Reindeer
The mischevious elves have left the stable door open, and now Father Christmas' reindeer have scattered all across our museum grounds! With Christmas Eve fast approaching, we need your help to find them and bring them back to the North Pole in time for the most important night of the year.
Christmas at the Morgan Quarter
You snow the drill - Santa is returning to the Morgan Quarter this Christmas!
Visit Santa at the Castle
Join a group visit to meet Santa in the Nursery at Cardiff Castle where Santa will be waiting to greet you. All children will have the chance to talk to him individually and choose a gift from a selection of quality toys.
Post Your Letter to Father Christmas
If you have written your letter to Father Christmas and want to send it off in style, come and post it at Blaen-Waun, Wales’ smallest post office!
Christmas Willow Wreaths
Using traditional willow weaving techniques, come and learn how to make beautiful, natural Christmas wreaths for your home on this half-day hands-on course. The course will be run by Clare Revera, Welsh Baskets. 16+
Cardiff Christmas Festival
The magic of Christmas is coming back to Cardiff!
Step inside the iconic Spiegeltent for an unforgettable season of sparkle, laughter, and show-stopping entertainment at the Cardiff Christmas Festival!
From jaw-dropping circus acts and dazzling cabaret to West End stars, live concerts you can dance and sing along to, and heartwarming family shows — there’s something for everyone this festive season.
So gather your loved ones and make magical memories under the mirror tent — because Cardiff’s Christmas just got spectacular!
