You’ll find magic and sparkle all around for Christmas in Staffordshire this year, with Santa’s Grottos, light trails, artisan markets, hilarious pantos and more!
Everything you need to know is in our free to download Christmas in Staffordshire map, including key dates for Christmas lights switch-ons and all our spectacular Christmas events. Click here to download it.
7 Christmas Family Days Out in Staffordshire
1. Alton Towers Resort
You can enjoy an unforgettable Christmas break at Alton Towers Resort, where the Santa's Sleepovers include your chance to meet Santa, plus Christmas panto, selected family rides, and admission to the waterpark.
2. National Memorial Arboretum
Illuminated Arboretum brings a kaleidoscope of colour to the National Memorial Arboretum, with a light trail that shows the memorials, gardens and woodland as you’ve never seen them before.
3. Churnet Valley Railway
You can meet singing chefs, the dancing conductor, and Santa himself, as The Polar Express Train Ride chugs into Churnet Valley Railway and takes you on a magical journey through the Staffordshire Moorlands. Strictly for believers only!
4. Snowdome
Santa’s back at the Snowdome for Santa’s Winter Wonderland, home to the all-new live show, the Christmas Snow Trail, Santa’s Christmas Village and home of Santa's furry friends and a magical talking post box.
5. Trentham Estate
Bag a Christmas bargain at The Trentham Estate, which is hosting the all-new Winter Light Trail, with interactive displays, immersive soundscapes and giant illuminations in the gardens. And Santa will be in his grotto on selected dates from November 16th.
6. Weston Park
‘Tis a season of joy at Weston Park. Browse Christmas markets, create your own Christmas wreath, and dine in the sumptuous surroundings of the Victorian Orangery or the magnificent Dining Room.
7. Drayton Manor Resort
It’s a Christmas Wonderland at Drayton Manor Resort, with Santa in his grotto, the Festive Light Train, fun on your favourite family rides at Thomas Land, and plenty of festive treats.
Celebrate New Year in Staffordshire
Send out 2024 with a bang and welcome in 2025 at these fabulous New Year's Eve events and things to do in Staffordshire!
Things to do on New Year’s Eve 2024
Head for the New Year's Eve Raceday at Uttoxeter Racecourse for an exhilarating afternoon featuring seven thrilling races. Children under 18 go free when accompanied by an adult.
Enjoy the stunning menus at Three Horseshoes Country Inn, Aston Marina, Moddershall Oaks Spa Resort or The Moat House Acton Trussell where the award-winning chefs have prepared delicious feasts for their New Year's Eve parties, which also feature music to take you into 2025.
Shed a few Christmas pounds with a walk at Weston Park, Cannock Chase Forest, The National Forest or The Roaches in the Staffordshire Peak District.
Alternatively, relax and re-energise with a soothing spa day at Hoar Cross Hall, or enjoy the classic fairytale The Three Musketeers at the New Vic Theatre, and cheer on Dick Whittington at the Regent Theatre.
And it’s your last chance to catch Santa’s Winter Wonderland at SnowDome.
More things to do for Christmas in Staffordshire
Discover the perfect Christmas event in Staffordshire on our What’s On page, where there are over 100 ideas to get you into the festive spirit.
