Bath's historic venues and beautiful buildings will play host to a multitude of festive events this season , so you've got more reasons than ever to visit Bath at Christmas!

The Bath Christmas Market will return from Thursday 26 November to Sunday 13 December 2026. Explore over 200 chalets spread out across Bath’s picturesque Georgian streets, among some of the city's top independent shops, cafes and bars. 

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Explore The Roman Baths, where you can enjoy a drink from their pop-up bar every weekend, and find Roman-inspired gifts in the museum shop, or watch a traditional Christmas pantomime at Theatre Royal Bath!

Bath on Ice is back in Royal Victoria Park, with 1000 square metres of smooth ice for you to glide around to the sound of festive tunes. As well as the ice rink, there's also glow golf and a cozy alpine bar serving seasonal food and drink.

Warm up after taking in the Christmas lights and shopping in Bath with a mulled wine and live jazz at Green Park Brasserie, book in for a festive afternoon tea at one of Bath's tearooms or hotels, or visit Bath Abbey for one of their Advent and festive events.

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Festive family activities

Many of Bath's top attractions have special family-friendly events over the festive period. 

Visit The World of The Snowman™ at Victoria Art Gallery, step into a winter wonderland at Christmas at Westonbirt, watch festive pantomime Beauty and the Beast at Theatre Royal Bath, or be amazed at Peter Pan on Ice at The Forum.

There are also plenty of opportunities for little ones to meet Father Christmas, from seeing him in his grotto, to the Santa Specials at Avon Valley Railway.

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Fun days out this Christmas

Winter Wonderland at Wookey Hole has several Christmas experiences wrapped up into one magical day out, including 100,000 Christmas lights adorning the caves, a visit to Santa's North Pole Grotto, and a Christmas-themed circus show.

Wow the whole family with a trip to Christmas at Westonbirt Arboretum, where you can explore a brand-new festive light trail, inspired by the natural world and festive themes. 

National Trust properties Dyrham Park and Prior Park just outside Bath are full of warmth and sparkle, with everything from craft workshops and family trails to winter lights and visits from Father Christmas. 

Other magical festive days out near Bath include festive adventures at Avon Valley Adventure Park, Twilight Tobogganing at Mendip Activity Centre, Christmas Illuminations at The Bishop's Palace, and The Festival of Light at Longleat.

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Book your festive break

With so much to experience, you'll need more than a flying visit. Browse accommodation options in the city, or view the latest special offers and packages.
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Frequently asked questions

Where are the Christmas markets in Bath?

The much-loved Bath Christmas Market returns to the city from 26 November - 13 December, with additional Christmas markets and gift fairs taking place across the city throughout November and December.

What can I do in Bath on Christmas Eve?

Get in the festive spirit on Christmas Eve with a trip to The World of The Snowman™ at Victoria Art Gallery followed by a wander around Bath's Snowman Trail, watch a traditional pantomime in Beauty and the Beast at Theatre Royal Bath, or see Peter Pan on Ice at The Forum.

Just outside the city, you can enjoy dazzling light trails in Christmas at Westonbirt, The Festival of Light at Longleat or Moments of Light at Dorothy House.

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What is open to visit on Boxing Day in Bath?

Warm yourself up with some live sport as Bath Rugby take on Leicester Tigers, enjoy some ice skating at Bath on Ice, or explore the great outdoors with a trip to Prior Park Landscape Garden or Dyrham Park.

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Are there any free Christmas events in Bath?

Explore this year's free Snowman Trail around Bath, or take a wander around the city centre to see the sparkling Christmas lights illuminating some of Bath's top free attractions, including Bath Abbey, the Royal Crescent and The Circus.

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