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Family-friendly events in the Windsor area

Windsor and the Royal Borough is filled with fun events and things to do for families with children of all ages!

Whether you are looking for ideas and inspiration for a day trip, a weekend away or a family short break, we’ve got plenty to keep you occupied throughout the different seasons and especially in the school holidays, half term breaks and over the bank holiday weekends!

Look out for arts, crafts, activities and family films and theatre performances at our arts centres (Norden Farm Centre for the Arts and The Old Court) and Theatre Royal.

During local school holidays, join Windsor Castle’s free activities for children and families including crafts, storytelling and ‘make and takes’.

Discover family activities and workshops taking place at our museums.

In addition to The LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort's amazing rides and attractions you'll also discover annual family events such as Brick Days in February half term, the Halloween-themed 'Brick or Treat' in October half term and of course Legoland at Christmas.

Enjoy a day at the races where children aged 17 and under go free of charge with a full-paying adult (some exclusions apply). Look out for special family days throughout the year too with plenty going on for families. Both Ascot and Windsor Racecourses have great firework displays in the autumn too!

If you love nature and the outdoors then discover the natural activity programmes during the school holidays at The Windsor Great Park Environmental Centre, a partnership with the Berks, Bucks and Oxon Wildlife Trust (BBOWT). Throughout the school holidays they run a number of family- and child-only based activities such as self-led wildlife trails, seasonal day camps, or guided activities focusing on birds, moths, butterflies and more!

Enjoy free family-friendly town centre events in Windsor and Maidenhead such as the Guard March, Easter trails, pancake racing and Lunar New Year celebrations.

Come Christmas, embrace the festive period with a wide range of seasonal family events which the children will love including pantomime, Windsor Great Park Illuminated and meeting Father Christmas at LaplandUK.

Whatever the weather, we’ve got plenty of fun things to do in Windsor for families and children; just take a look at our indoor things to do, outdoor things to do and FREE things to do too.

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Windsor Great Park Illuminated

Wick Lane, Englefield Green

Windsor Great Park Illuminated returns from Friday 14 November to Saturday 3 January with a spectacular new trail through the enchanting woodland. Experience dazzling lights, breathtaking projections, and magical fountain displays that bring the…

Venue

Adventure Play, Windsor and Maidenhead

The Savill Garden, Windsor and Maidenhead

Windsor Great Park, Windsor and Maidenhead

Dates

From:

14 Nov 2025to3 Jan 2026
Windsor on Ice

Windsor

Windsor On Ice offers a great value day out for all the family, regardless of the weather, as our main ice skating rink is fully covered. An excellent, fun venue for days out with the children, Christmas, Birthday or Corporate Parties and a great…

Venue

Alexandra Gardens, Windsor and Maidenhead

Dates

From:

14 Nov 2025to4 Jan 2026
Theatre Royal Windsor Slipper Search

Windsor

There are 10 sparkling slippers hidden around Windsor; can you find them all?

Dates

From:

15 Nov 2025to31 Dec 2025
Windsor Castle Salisbury Tower Christmas Illuminations

Windsor

Standing over 50ft tall, Salisbury Tower is illuminated with stunning images of St George’s Chapel’s stained glass windows, architectural details and motifs, dating back to the 15th century, as well as images created by local schoolchildren.

Venue

Windsor Castle, Windsor and Maidenhead

Dates

From:

15 Nov 2025to5 Jan 2026
Cinderella

Windsor

Step into a world of magic and laughter with Cinderella at Theatre Royal Windsor! Starring Kevin Cruise, Steven Blakeley, Michael Praed and more, this dazzling pantomime features songs, slapstick and fairy-tale fun for the whole family. Don’t miss…

Venue

Theatre Royal Windsor, Windsor and Maidenhead

Dates

From:

21 Nov 2025to11 Jan 2026

From:
7 Jan 2026Open 18:00 -
Santa's Grotto Experience at Daniel Department Store

Windsor

Step into a cosy winter wonderland at Daniel of Windsor, where Santa's Grotto awaits. Meet Santa’s friendly elf, share your Christmas wishes, and enjoy a heartwarming chat with Santa himself. Every child will receive a gift and you'll also capture…

Dates

From:

21 Nov 2025to24 Dec 2025
External Links
- Santa's Grotto 2024 FAQs
LEGOLAND at Christmas

Windsor

Enjoy the perfect Christmas break with your little elves as the LEGOLAND Windsor Resort transforms into a wintery wonderland! Christmas at LEGOLAND introduces our twinkly lights, giant DUPLO® Christmas tree, Christmas activities and magical…

Venue

The LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort, Windsor and Maidenhead

Dates

From:

22 Nov 2025to3 Jan 2026
Christmas at Nicholsons Shopping Centre

Maidenhead

Pop down to Maidenhead's Nicholsons Centre and get into the Christmas spirit!

Dates

From:

23 Nov 2025to21 Dec 2025

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29 Nov 2025to13 Dec 2025Various Opening Times

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19 Dec 2025to24 Dec 2025Various Opening Times
Carols on the Hill

Windsor

Now in its 76th year, Carols On The Hill is a wonderful evening for the whole family! Carols and Gospel Readings recall the Christmas Story, and a collection for charity is introduced by The Mayor of RBWM. Music provided by Royal Holloway…

Dates

From:
12 Dec 2025Open 18:15 - 19:25
Breakfast with Elf Fizzy Whizz — A Magical Morning of Festive Fun

Vansittart Estate, Windsor

A joyful Christmas experience filled with mischief, magic, giggles and a yummy festive breakfast.

Venue

Other Space Arts, Windsor and Maidenhead

Dates

From:
13 Dec 2025Open 10:00 - 11:20
Children’s Wreath-Making Workshop

Englefield Green, Egham

Perfect for the family, join this 90-minute workshop where children can make their own Christmas wreath to take home.

Venue

Windsor Great Park, Windsor and Maidenhead

The Savill Garden, Windsor and Maidenhead

Dates

From:

13 Dec 2025to14 Dec 2025
Breakfast with Santa at Foggs Restaurant

Yards Shopping, Windsor Royal, Windsor

Join us at Foggs in Daniel Department Store for a festive breakfast with Santa! Enjoy a continental breakfast, barista-made drinks and a special visit from Santa himself. Each child (aged 12 and under) receives a small gift. Perfect for families,…

Dates

From:

13 Dec 2025to14 Dec 2025

From:

20 Dec 2025to24 Dec 2025
Snow White

Maidenhead

Step into the magic of pantomime this December at Baylis Theatre, Braywick Leisure Centre, as we present Snow White – proudly supported by Marlow FM.

Dates

From:

13 Dec 2025to24 Dec 2025
Christmas at the Quarter

Maidenhead

This December, Waterside Quarter will be transformed into a winter wonderland for Christmas at the Quarter – a magical festive event for the whole family.

Dates

From:
13 Dec 2025Open 11:00 - 16:00
Meet The Grinch at Windsor Royal

Windsor

The Grinch is coming to Windsor Royal! Join us for festive fun as he grumbles, jokes and causes cheeky chaos with shoppers. Snap a photo, dodge his candy cane tricks and enjoy a Christmas event full of laughter, mischief and holiday spirit, with a…

Dates

From:
13 Dec 2025Open 11:30 - 15:00
A Winter's Tail

Maidenhead

The snow is falling and the solstice is approaching. Ratty is getting ready. She wants everything to be really rat-tastic! But will her friends make it through the snow to the winter woodland revels?

Venue

Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Windsor and Maidenhead

Dates

From:

16 Dec 2025to24 Dec 2025Various Opening Times
Robin Hood

Maidenhead

Join the legendary Robin Hood and his merry men, as they battle the evil Sheriff of Nottingham and his two idiotic henchmen. Maidenhead Drama Guild in association with Norden Farm.

Venue

Norden Farm Centre for the Arts, Windsor and Maidenhead

Dates

From:

16 Dec 2025to21 Dec 2025Various Opening Times
The Santa Show

Braywick Road, Maidenhead

It's Christmas Eve in the North Pole and the elves are making the final preparations to Santa’s sleigh before a crisis strikes! Will the children be able to help Santa save the day?

Dates

From:
20 Dec 2025Open 11:00 -
From:
22 Dec 2025Open 11:00 -
The Royal Ballet: The Nutcracker

Maidenhead

Discover the enchantment of ballet with this sparkling festive treat for the whole family. This is an event cinema screening.

Dates

From:
23 Dec 2025Open 14:00 -
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24 Dec 2025Open 11:00 -
From:
31 Dec 2025Open 17:00 -
Cookham Festival

Cookham, Maidenhead

The Cookham Festival is a celebration of the arts by the village, for the village with over 40 events taking place over the festival fortnight.

Dates

From:

1 May 2026to17 May 2026