{"id":291548,"date":"2025-07-25T21:10:15","date_gmt":"2025-07-25T21:10:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/291548\/"},"modified":"2025-07-25T21:10:15","modified_gmt":"2025-07-25T21:10:15","slug":"christmas-event-in-wales-you-can-book-right-now","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/291548\/","title":{"rendered":"Christmas event in Wales you can book right now"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>It can never be too early to start thinking about Christmas, can it?<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/0_rbp_mai161123winter22995JPG.jpg\" alt=\"Woman taking selfie in front of light up Santa\" loading=\"eager\"  \/>There are some great Christmas events you can already book(Image: WalesOnline\/ Rob Browne)<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">The sun is shining, we are just past halfway through the year, and even Halloween seems a long way off. But some of us might already be thinking about <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walesonline.co.uk\/all-about\/christmas\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"ChristmasLink opens in a new tab.\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">Christmas<\/a>, and you are not the only ones.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">Although it is still months away, we all know Christmas will come around quickly and many events and attractions in Wales already have their Christmas tickets on sale. If you want to be super organised, you can start planning your Christmas in Wales now.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">Here are some of the best Christmas events you can book now in Wales.<\/p>\n<p>Christmas at Bute Park<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \"><a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walesonline.co.uk\/all-about\/christmas\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"ChristmasLink opens in a new tab.\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">Christmas<\/a> at Bute Park, the epic light trail, is returning to the Welsh capital for 2025.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">At Christmas at <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walesonline.co.uk\/all-about\/bute-park\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"Bute ParkLink opens in a new tab.\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">Bute Park<\/a> you follow an amazing light trail complete with sound and interactive experiences, through the iconic <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walesonline.co.uk\/all-about\/cardiff\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"CardiffLink opens in a new tab.\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">Cardiff<\/a> park.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">Christmas at Bute Park is very popular, and <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/christmasatbutepark.com\/\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">tickets are already on sale.<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">This year there will also be two dedicated inclusive evenings, where capacity will be reduced by 75% and audio volume will be lowered to allow people to make their way around the trail.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">These evenings are taking place on Wednesday, December 3, and Wednesday, December 10.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">Christmas at Bute Park is running from Friday, November 21, until Wednesday, December 31.<\/p>\n<p>Christmas at Celtic Manor<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/0_SRCR_250725_CelticManor.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas decorations\" loading=\"lazy\"  \/>The Celtic Manor put on great events for Christmas(Image: Steph Colderick)<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">Popular and luxury hotel the Celtic Manor, just outside of <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walesonline.co.uk\/all-about\/newport\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"NewportLink opens in a new tab.\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">Newport<\/a>, is already gearing up for Christmas.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">You can book festive stays, festive dining, and even meet Santa at Santa&#8217;s tea party, which is running from Saturday, November 29, until Christmas Eve.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">You can <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.celtic-manor.com\/home\/christmas\/\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">find out more at the Celtic Manor website.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Scrooge A Cirque Spectacular<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">Just a stone&#8217;s throw away from Celtic Manor is the International Convention Centre Wales, which is hosting Scrooge A Cirque Spectacular.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">Step into the enchanting world of A Christmas Carol like never before, where festive magic, laughter, and a touch of circus wonder await the whole family.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">Join Charles Dickens himself as he brings his beloved tale to life with imagination and humour, guiding young and old through the heart-warming journey of the reluctant Ebenezer Scrooge.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">Watch with wide eyes as Scrooge discovers the true spirit of Christmas and helps Tiny Tim\u2019s wish come true, for a dazzling Christmas circus filled with joy, surprises, and festive cheer.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">This delightful fusion of Victorian pantomime and cirque artistry features acrobatics, lively musical numbers, and stunning costumes that bring Dickensian London to life.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">Running from Friday, December 12 to Saturday, January 3, <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iccwales.com\/whats-on\/cirque-scrooge\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">you can book your tickets, now.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Sleeping Beauty<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">The New Theatre in Cardiff has announced its Christmas 2025 pantomime, and it is Sleeping Beauty.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">Sleeping Beauty, which will run from Saturday, December 6, 2025, to Sunday, January 4, 2026, <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walesonline.co.uk\/whats-on\/whats-on-news\/bbc-morning-lives-gethin-jones-31841546\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">will star Gethin Jones as Prince Gethin.<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">He will be joined by <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walesonline.co.uk\/all-about\/bbc\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"BBCLink opens in a new tab.\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">BBC<\/a> Radio 2 host Owain Wyn Evans, who will play the Spirit of Pantomime, and comedian Mike Doyle who will also feature in the panto cast as Nurse Nellie.<\/p>\n<p>Christmas at Forage Farm<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">Forage Farm in Cowbridge already has its <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.foragefarmshop.co.uk\/christmas-experience\/\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">Christmas events ready to book.<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">Included in your ticket is the magical elf Mabel show, meeting Father Christmas, character meet and greets, sending letters to Santa, marshmallow roasting, Christmas crafts and decorations, glitter tattoos, and festive photo opportunities.<\/p>\n<p>Mary Poppins<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/2_MARY-POPPINS-Step-In-Time-Zizi-Strallen-as-Mary-Poppins-and-the-Company-Photo-credit-Johan-Persson.jpeg\" alt=\"Mary Poppins\" loading=\"lazy\"  \/>Mary Poppins is coming to the Wales Millennium Centre<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">The Christmas show at the Wales Millennium Centre is Mary Poppins. <strong class=\"Strong_strong__e2x35\">From superstar gigs to cosy pubs, find out What\u2019s On in Wales by signing up to our <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walesonline.co.uk\/newsletter-preference-centre\/?view=Solus&amp;mailingListId=5d682317-6568-4796-b97d-fce8c730cc59&amp;utm_source=solusarticle\" target=\"\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">newsletter here<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">Based on the Walt Disney film and the original stories of Pamela Lyndon Travers, who created the Mary Poppins character, the theatrical version of the world&#8217;s favourite nanny will blow you away.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">The show features dazzling choreography, incredible effects, and unforgettable songs, making the story of Mary Poppins arriving on Cherry Tree Lane more magical than ever.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">Mary Poppins will run from Wednesday, December 3, to Saturday, January 10, 2026. <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.walesonline.co.uk\/whats-on\/theatre-news\/mary-poppins-musical-coming-wales-30873521\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">Tickets are on sale now.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Reindeer Lodge<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">Taking place at Reindeer Lodge in Mold is a brilliant Christmas event with an enchanted lakeside and mystical woodland, hidden elf villages, beautiful staging, stunning lights, and enthralling stage shows, for an unforgettable memory-making visit to meet Father Christmas and his reindeer herds.<\/p>\n<p class=\"Paragraph_paragraph-text__PVKlh \">The experience is running from Friday, November 21, until Christmas Eve, <a class=\"TextLink_text-link__dBSS0 TextLink_enabled__dJF3l\" href=\"https:\/\/www.visitwales.com\/things-do\/events\/events-wales-during-december\" target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"\" tabindex=\"0\" rel=\"noopener\">and you can book tickets.<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"It can never be too early to start thinking about Christmas, can it?There are some great Christmas 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