Christmas in Cardiff 2025 – Shows, Ice Skating & Festive Fun
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Your complete guide to Christmas in Cardiff, including markets, events, festive food and top winter experiences.
Until 4 Jan
Cardiff Winter Wonderland
Cardiff Castle/City Hall Gardens
Featuring the much-loved undercover ice-rink and Ice Walk, the Big Wheel and family funfair, Alpine ski-lodge bar (Sur la Piste), plus festive food and drink stalls and a whole host of other attractions. Winter Wonderland is always at the heart of Cardiff’s seasonal celebrations.
24 Nov - 3 Jan
The Frog Prince
Sherman Theatre, Cardiff
Packed with songs, laughter, and magic, The Frog Prince is a reimagining of the Brothers Grimm classic, the perfect first theatre experience for little ones aged 3–6.
Until 31 Dec
Christmas at Bute Park
Bute Park, Cardiff
Light up your Winter evenings for a fifth year with Christmas at Bute Park. Take a mile long stroll through an enchanted world of illumination, uniquely crafted by world leading lighting designers.
28 Nov - 3 Jan
Alice: Return To Wonderland
Sherman Theatre, Cardiff
This Christmas, Hannah McPake will take you on a brand new adventure from bombed out streets in post-war Cardiff and into Wonderland. A joyous and spectacular Christmas show.
4 - 28 Dec
Cardiff Christmas Festival
Sophia Gardens
The iconic Spiegel Theatre sets the stage for a season of dazzling sights, joyful sounds and unmissable live entertainment. Jack Frost, is a brand-new family musical that promises toe-tapping tunes and glittering choreography.
6 -7, 13 -14 & 19 - 23 Dec
Believe in your Elf!
Techniquest
From fireballs to snowballs, join Bunsen the elf in their magical grotto laboratory as they face their toughest challenge yet. Can they use science (and a pinch of Christmas spirit) to help Santa when he needs it most?
6 -7, 13 -14 & 19 - 23 Dec
Santa’s Spy Squad
Techniquest
A mischievous elf has gone rogue and it’s up to you to don your lab coats and become super sleuths. Unlock the secrets of forensic science as you unearth hidden clues. Will you accept this mission to crack the case, apprehend the elusive culprit, and save Christmas?
7 Dec
Santa Dash
Cardiff Bay
A day of holiday cheer, fun and fundraising. Don’t miss this chance to be part of something truly magical.
12 Dec
RWCMD Festive Brass
BBC Hoddinton Hall
It’s the perfect chance for a family sing-along and to embrace some Christmas cheer, with carols and festive favourites.
13 Dec
CHRISTMAS by Candlelight
Llandaff Cathedral
Join a spectacular cast of West End singers and incredible live band, as they perform your favourite Christmas Hits, as you have never heard them before! It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, just in time for a magical evening of best loved festive music, performed live at the beautiful Llandaff Cathedral.
19 - 20 Dec
Cathedral Choir Concert
Llandaff Cathedral
An evening of festive music featuring the Cathedral Choir of Llandaff, under the direction of Stephen Moore with Aaron Shilson at the organ. This annual Christmas concert brings together seasonal choral favourites in the stunning setting of the Cathedral.
