Santa's Grotto
(5 other dates)at Broad Street Mall / No booking needed!
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What's On in the Christmas Holidays in Reading
The Christmas holidays are one of the most magical times of the year in Reading, with festive events, Christmas markets, Santa experiences, winter trails and family-friendly attractions taking place throughout the season. Whether you're planning a festive day out with the children, looking for seasonal entertainment, or simply searching for ways to make memories together over the school break, Reading has plenty to offer.
From twinkling Christmas lights and festive performances to outdoor adventures and indoor attractions, here's our guide to what's on in Reading during the Christmas holidays.
Updated for Christmas 2026
The Best Christmas Markets In Reading
(5 other dates)Events
Henry Street - Christmas Light Walk
(2 other dates)See Henry Street after dark
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Broad Street Christmas Market
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GolfPlex Adventure Golf
Adventure golf in Binfield
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GolfPlex Trackman Range
Golf centre in Binfield
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Christmas at Beale Park
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Once Upon a Time’ Illuminated Trail
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Maybank Christmas Lights
(12 other dates)Charity Light Display
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Broad Street Mall
Readings dining, shopping & entertainment venue!
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Foot Golf at GolfPlex
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The Little Play Lounge | Play Cafe
The perfect place to play!
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Legoland Windsor
The ultimate LEGO® adventure! An awesome family day out.
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Clip 'n Climb & Soft Play Reading
Climbing fun for all the family!
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Beale Wildlife Park
A fantastic family day out for all
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Drop in Craft & Connect
For Neurodivergent Adults
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A Christmas Carol
(12 other dates)Come home to Christmas at Reading Rep.
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Toptracer Driving Range
at Wokingham Family Golf
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FootGolf
at Wokingham Family Golf
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Dinosaur Adventure Golf
at Wokingham Family Golf
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Reading Museum
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Pokemon After -School Club
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West Green House Gardens
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Walking Community - Weekly Meet-Up
(2 other dates)Every Saturday
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The Museum of English Rural Life
Reading
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Riverside Museum
Galleries showcasing historic and artistic objects, local and global!
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Thames Valley Police Museum
Discover the history of the Thames Valley Police at their museum!
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URE Museum of Greek Archeology
A collection of antiquities discovered during the early 20th century!
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Museum of Berkshire Aviation
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Sol Joel Park
Parks & Walks
Cole Museum of Zoology
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The Fairground
Mortimer Village
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Paddick Drive BMX Track
and South Field
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Memorial Park
Sonning Common
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Coley Recreation Ground
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Timberland Pocket Play Park
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South Reading Recreation Ground
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Palmer Park Play Area
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Charvil Meadows
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Charvil Country Park
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Arthur Newbery Park
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Westfield Park
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Clayfield Copse
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Christchurch Meadows
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Thames Valley Park
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Forbury Gardens
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Harris Gardens
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Museum of Berkshire Aviation
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