Illustration of a Christmas market seen from above with stalls around a giant decorated tree in a cathedral square (Christmas Fair & Santa's Grotto)
Christmas Markets

Christmas Fair & Santa's Grotto

Local crafters offer original gift ideas alongside a raffle featuring prizes contributed by stallholders. Santa's Grotto provides visits that include a gift. An on-site bar serves hot and cold drinks as well as a selection of festive treats.

Sat, Dec 5, 2026 All ages

Plan Your Visit

Food & Drink

An inexpensive bar serves hot and cold beverages and a selection of festive treats.

Location

Bonkers Playhouse Theatre · 27c Victoria Street, Kettering, NN16 0BU Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with children

Vibe

Festive and local

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Book Santa’s Grotto in advance because spaces are limited and pre-booking is essential.
  • Allow time to browse local crafters’ original gift ideas and enter the raffle featuring stallholder prizes.
  • Visit the on-site bar for hot or cold drinks and festive treats during the fair.
  • The fair is suitable for all ages, so it can be a shared outing for families.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Free entry.
  • Santa’s Grotto visits require advance booking, are limited, and include a gift.
  • A raffle offers prizes from stallholders.

Links & Contact

Run by Mark Walker

Christmas Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the fair suitable for?

The fair is suitable for all ages.

Do I need to book Santa’s Grotto in advance?

Yes. Grotto spaces are limited, and pre-booking is essential.

Does a visit to Santa include anything?

Each visit to Santa includes a gift.

What can I browse at the fair?

Local crafters offer original gift ideas, and a raffle features prizes from stallholders.

Are food and drinks available?

An on-site bar serves hot and cold drinks and festive treats.

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