ONE VILLAGE. THREE MAGICAL DAYS.
The Spirit ofChristmas
4–6 December 2026
Twinkling lights. Little faces full of wonder. A whole village coming together.
Join us in Woodhall Spa for Santa, festive shopping, music, children’s rides and a warm Christmas welcome.
Explore the weekend Everyone welcome ♡MAKE A LITTLE CHRISTMAS MEMORY
Your Christmas weekend,
all in one lovely place.
Come for the countdown. Stay for the shops, the treats and the smiles. Whether you’re popping into the village or making a weekend of it, there’s plenty to look forward to.
FRIDAY TO SUNDAY
Choose your festive moment
Three days of celebration.
Come for one, or enjoy them all.
FRIDAY · THE BIG COUNTDOWN
Let the village shine
Christmas lights switch-on
Gather in Royal Square as Woodhall Spa welcomes Christmas with lights, live entertainment and festive cheer.
- 4:30pmFestivities beginFun for all the family in Royal Square.
- 5pmThe big lights switch-onJoin the countdown and share the moment.
- Until 7pmLate-night shoppingMany village shops stay open for Christmas shopping.
Throughout the evening: live music and entertainment, Santa and his elves, seasonal food and drink, plus children’s funfair rides at the Co-op car park.
SATURDAY
Santa, shopping
& festive fun
Make a day of it: browse the craft stalls, discover thoughtful gifts in independent shops and enjoy the village’s festive atmosphere.
With thanks to Woodhall Spa Rotary.
- Craft stalls and Christmas shopping
- Music and entertainment
- Children’s funfair and family fun
- Seasonal food and warming refreshments
Saturday festivities finish at 5pm
SUNDAY
A relaxed,
joyful finale
Round off the weekend with another chance to meet Santa, find a special gift and enjoy a little more Christmas magic together.
With thanks to Woodhall Spa Rotary.
- Craft stalls and independent shops
- Festive music and entertainment
- Children’s funfair
- Food, drink and seasonal treats
All Sunday festivities finish by 4pm
Music and performance times will be added as details are confirmed. Individual shops and attractions may have their own opening times.
A LITTLE MOMENT. A BIG SMILE.
Meet Santa.
Make their Christmas.
A visit to Santa’s grotto and a free present for children — a lovely part of the weekend, thanks to Woodhall Spa Rotary.
Grotto visit & present: FREE
A VILLAGE FULL OF FESTIVE FINDS
A little something for everyone
Big smiles.
Little rides.
Enjoy the children’s funfair at the Co-op car park, with festive rides and attractions for children.
Ride prices and individual operating times are not specified in the guide.SHOP SMALL. GIVE SOMETHING SPECIAL.
Find a gift
with a little heart.
Browse craft stalls and explore Woodhall Spa’s independent shops for thoughtful Christmas presents and something a little different.
Explore village shops →TAKE YOUR TIME
Festive tunes.
Warming treats.
Enjoy music and entertainment, then pause for seasonal food and a warming drink around the village.
Find somewhere to eat →BEFORE YOU SET OFF
Make yourself
at home in Woodhall.
Bring the family, meet friends or enjoy a festive wander. Everyone is welcome.
Where is it happening?
Across Woodhall Spa village centre. Friday’s festivities begin in Royal Square, and the children’s funfair is at the Co-op car park. Check locally for the grotto’s exact location and individual activity locations.
What is free?
Santa’s grotto and presents are free on Saturday and Sunday, 10am–3pm, thanks to Woodhall Spa Rotary. Food, drink and shopping are charged separately. The guide does not specify prices for rides or other attractions.
Do we need to book Santa?
The guide does not state whether booking is needed. Please check the latest local arrangements before travelling especially for the grotto.
What about accessibility and dogs?
Arrangements may vary between venues and activities. Please check directly with the venue or organiser for any access requirements or dog policies.
4–6 DECEMBER 2026 · EVERYONE WELCOME
Let’s make it
a Christmas to remember.
Woodhall Spa. Three festive days. One wonderful community.
Back to the weekend programme ↑Programme and supporting pictures from the supplied Christmas Guide 2026. Festive imagery is illustrative. Details may change; check the latest programme before making a special journey. Updated 17 October 2026.