Published on
4 November 2026
Christmas events and activities in Wokingham Borough
Find a festive event near you
There's plenty of festive activities and events happening in Wokingham Borough this Christmas.
From festive fairs to wreath making workshops, Christmas glass making to Santa's Grotto, and dancing to live festive performances, there's something for everyone.
Take a look at Dinton Pastures' Christmas events calendar:
Make a fused glass gingerbread house
Thursday 19 November, 7pm to 8.30pm - Dinton Activity Centre
Get into the Christmas spirit and have fun crafting a unique, fused glass gingerbread house. The workshop takes place on 19 November from 7pm to 8.30pm at Dinton Activity Centre.
The workshop begins with an introduction and talk through what you will be making and then a very relaxed informal evening where you can work alone, in a group of friends or maybe make some new ones.
There will be lots of inspiration and accessories available for you to create your gingerbread house. No experience is necessary. The gingerbread house would make a lovely Christmas present for a loved one or as a decorative piece for your home.
After kiln firing, it will be mounted in a wooden block to make it freestanding.
Tickets cost £35 per person. Tea and coffee are provided. Parking is available to be purchased via the machines in the car park on the evening, or a reduced car parking ticket can be purchased in advance.
Your artwork will be taken away on the night to be fired in a kiln and will be back at Dinton usually within the week for collection.
Real Christmas trees for sale
Every Saturday and Sunday from 21 November onwards
Get Christmas planned early by pre-ordering a real tree from Dinton Pastures' shop.
We've teamed up with local supplier Needlefresh to bring you 5ft and 6ft Nordmann Fir Christmas trees at Dinton Activity Centre. Prices start from £35 .
You can have fun choosing your tree and continue the excitement by decorating it at home.
The shop will be open every Saturday and Sunday from 21 November onwards.
Out of hours appointments for collection can be arranged with prior warning.
Christmas wreath workshops
26 November, 2 and 10 December, 6.30pm to 9pm - Dinton Activity Centre
Nothing beats a fresh, handmade wreath on your door at Christmas time and you can make one at an upcoming workshop.
The workshops run at The Coffee Deck at Dinton Activity Centre from 6.30pm to 9pm on:
The workshop starts at 6.30pm with a welcome glass of something festive and special Dinton Pastures mince pies. The class lasts around 2.5 hours and is hosted in collaboration with Sally from Polly's Garden, a florist in Wokingham.
A small bar will be available on the evening where you can buy additional drinks.
Tickets cost £65 and a £5 reduced car parking ticket is available to purchase in advance on our website.
Santa's Grotto
28 November to 24 December* - Dinton Activity Centre
Meet Santa at his magical Christmas Grotto from 28 November to 24 December* at Dinton Activity Centre.
Your session begins with a lovely Christmas crafting session, followed by a visit to the grotto where you will meet and show Santa your wish list.
Each child will receive a present from Santa and a sweet treat.
Tickets cost £17 per child from our website.
*Santa's Grotto visits run on selected dates
Christmas Trail
Saturday 28 November to Sunday 20 December, 9am to 4pm - Dinton Activity Centre
Explore and find larger-than-life decorations at the Christmas Trail at Dinton Activity Centre from Saturday 28 November until Sunday 20 December, 9am to 4pm daily.
Come and find beautifully decorated Christmas decorations including stockings, baubles and more, lovingly created by local nurseries, pre-schools, schools and youth groups.
A map costs £2.50 from the activity centre reception or you can book online. Find them all and receive a sweet prize for completed maps.
Christmas tree glass workshop
Thursday 3 December, 7pm to 8.30pm - Dinton Activity Centre
Get crafty and make two glass decorations for your Christmas tree. The workshop takes place on Thursday 3 December from 7pm to 8.30pm at Dinton Activity Centre.
The workshop begins with an introduction and talk through what you will be making and then a very relaxed informal evening where you can work alone, in a group of friends or maybe make some new ones.
There will be lots of inspiration and accessories available for you to use. No experience is necessary. The decorations would make a lovely Christmas present for a loved one or as a decorative piece for your Christmas tree, year after year.
After kiln firing, it will be mounted in a wooden block to make it freestanding.
Tickets cost £35 per person. Tea and coffee are provided. Parking is available to be purchased via the machines in the car park on the evening, or a reduced car parking ticket can be purchased in advance.
Your artwork will be taken away on the night to be fired in a kiln and will be back at Dinton usually within the week for collection.
SOLD OUT - Ho Ho Ho Down line dancing
Friday 4 December, 7.30pm to 9.15pm - Dinton Activity Centre
Dust off your cowboy boots, grab your favourite festive outfit, and get ready to boot scoot the night away at a Ho Ho Ho Down event on Friday 4 December, 7.30pm to 9.15pm at Dinton Activity Centre.
It's run by local dance company, Dazzle Dance Experience, and welcomes beginners and seasoned line dancers.
You will learn easy-to-follow routines, enjoy great music and spend an evening dancing, laughing and embracing the holiday spirit.
Tickets cost £15 per person, or £20 which includes a drink.
Fancy dress is encouraged, think cowboy hats, boots and festive attire.
A reduced car parking ticket of £3 can be purchased in advance from Dinton's website.
Festive Fair
Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 December, 10am to 3pm - Dinton Activity Centre
Get ready for some festive fun and meet a Cheeky Elf at the Festive Fair, run by JL Events.
It’s free to attend and runs on Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 December, 10am to 3pm at Dinton Activity Centre.
The fair is packed with plenty to see and enjoy including gift stalls, a festive barbecue, sweet treats, mulled cider and wine, live music, children’s entertainment including rides and visits from the Cheeky Elf.
Santa Dash
Sunday 13 December, 10am to 1pm - Dinton Pastures Country Park
Take part in a fun Santa Dash parkrun on Sunday 13 December, 10am to 1pm at Dinton Pastures Country Park.
It's run by Barnes Fitness and includes a 2km and 5km fun run around Dinton's lakes.
Fancy dress is encouraged, think Santa costumes or anything festive.
Christmas on the Deck
Friday 18 December, 6pm to 9pm - Dinton Activity Centre
Jingle all the way to your favourite tunes
Get ready to sing and dance to all your favourite festive tunes at a Christmas on the Deck event at The Coffee Deck at Dinton Activity Centre.
The event is free to attend, and you’ll listen to a special, festive evening performance by Avenue, a local acapella group, on Friday 18 December, 6pm to 9pm. Avenue’s repertoire is contemporary, diverse, classic and eclectic, so there’s a musical style for everyone.
The Coffee Deck will be open, serving up warm, winter treats. There are also marshmallows and a firepit to roast them, it’s the perfect way to get into the festive spirit.
The Dinton Pastures Team are fundraising with 10 per cent of sales from the event donated to First Days, a local children’s charity. Normal car parking charges apply.
Christmas Day Parkrun
Friday 25 December, 9am to 11am - Dinton Pastures Country Park
Take part in a free Christmas parkrun on Friday 25 December, 9am to 11am, at Dinton Pastures Country Park (Davis Street entrance).
You can run, jog, skip or walk along the 5km course. It’s open to people of all ages and abilities.
It’s the perfect chance to run with like-minded people on Christmas morning before the indulgence and festivities begins.
New Year’s Day Parkrun
Friday 1 January, 9am to 11am - Dinton Pastures Country Park
Kickstart your New Year’s resolution early by taking part in a New Year’s Day Parkrun.
It’s free to attend and takes place on Friday 1 January, 9am to 11am, at Dinton Pastures Country Park (Davis Street entrance).
You can run, jog, skip or walk along the 5km course. It’s open to people of all ages and abilities.
It’s the perfect chance to run with like-minded people on New Year’s Day.
