What better way to get into the Christmas spirit than to enjoy lots of festive fun with your little ones (and not-so-little ones)?
We have listed Children’s Christmas Parties, groups and festive classes for you and your mini mumbler to enjoy this Christmas time (plus one Boxing Day party!).Β Β Most require pre-booking, so don’t leave it too late to get your tickets sorted!
Join us for not one but TWO festive intergenerational Christmas parties!Β These sessions really are so lovely for bringing together the old and young, something that is just so important and wonderful to witness.
Expect lots of paint, glitter and messy fun! Suitable for ages 6 months to 5 years.
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Sunday 17th December 2023 10.30am at Handley House Care Home
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Wednesday 20th December 2023 10.30am at Ouse Bank Care Home
π· Price: Β£8
π Find more information and book your tickets online here.
Join us for two very special festive sessions on 19th December – one for toddlers/preschoolers, the other for babies. Expect a festive themed class, Christmas crafts, photo opportunities, cake, a goodie bag, and more!
9.30 – 10.45am: TODDLER & PRESCHOOLERS
Ideally suited for children aged 1-4 years but all welcome. Includes a festive themed class from Rhythm Time York and Surrounding Areas (35 mins).
11am – 12 noon BABY TIPI
Ideally suited for children aged 0-12 months.Β Includes a festive themed class from My Baby Can Dance York (30 mins)
BabyBallers offers football and child development sporting activities for girls and boys up to age 5.
Our Christmas session will be a themed morning for kids and parents to come in and get an idea of what the club is about, meet us and our coaches and have some festive fun in the lead up to the holidays, ahead of our full club launch in January 2024. There will be three classes, one for each of the age groups that we cover (16m – 2.5y; 2.5 – 3.5y; and 3.5 – 5 years).
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Β When? 3 separate age group sessions on the morning of Sunday 17th December 2023.
π Where: Tang Hall Community Centre, YO31 0UG.
π· Price: These taster sessions are FREE! Places must be prebooked.
πΒ Book your place and check timings and class details/content here.
Join us for our special extended length Christmas Special class! Messy play session, followed by opportunities for Christmas crafts and refreshments. Free gift for every child!
π Β When? Sunday 17th December 2023, 11am – 12.30pm
π Where: Rawcliffe Pavilion, St Markβs Grove, YO30 5TS
π· Price: Β£10 (includes gift)
πΒ Book online here!
Shake those bells! Join Anna and Jessie Cat for festive songs, signs, music and rhymes!
π Various dates and venues across the York area, as shown opposite – some dates have sold out but are operating a waiting list.
π· Price: Β£9 (includes a wrapped gift) + Β£2/sibling
π More information, check availability and book your tickets online here.
The Little Gym York has two Christmas parties this festive season!
Firstly, join us on Thursday 14th December at 1pm for a magical “Baby’s First Christmas Party” (for babies 4-12 months). Exclusive offers, a special Christmas gift for your little one, and plenty of fun in the gym.Β Β£10 per family! Click here to register. (*If you’ve previously completed this form, please contact us to book 01904 307404 / york@thelittlegym.co.uk)
The, on Saturday 23rd December, Santa Claus is coming to town, and he’s making a special stop at The Little Gym York for the most magical Christmas Party of the year!Β Fun games & gymnastics on a Christmas theme – craft activity – Meet Santa & his Chief Elf to collect your child’s Christmas present! Β For ages 4 months to 12 years. 2 sessions available – 1 – 2.30pm or 2 – 3.30pm.
π· Price: Members Β£20 per child Β – Non-members Β£25 per child
π More information and book your tickets for the Christmas party online here!
All our local communities are welcome to join us at the Christmas special of our music and movement classes!
Agility are offering a couple of options for Christmas parties, as well as a New Year’s Eve party for kids (see our separate NYE blog):
πThe Agility Greedy Grinch Christmas Party: 16th December 4 – 7pm
With a Special Guest Appearance: Meet and greet Agility’s very own Greedy Grinch – Gifts and Surprises – Fun and Games. Tickets Β£13.95 without food / Β£16.95 with food options.
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Agility Cheeky Elves Christmas Party (age 0-3 years): 20 December 2023, 10am
Dive into the enchantment of the holiday season with a delightful morning of festive fun designed especially for the tiniest tots.Β Price: Β£9.95 (Includes Tots Combo Meal, Gifts, and Goodies). Siblings aged 4 and above can join the Ninja course fun during the event for the price of Β£9.95.
More details and booking link here.
Kids’ Christmas Eve Party – 12-2.30pm. Under 10s only.
Β£8.99 per child. Tickets must be bought in advance. Includes disco, party games, food, crafts and a gift from Santa!
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When? 24th December 2023, 12-2.30pm
π Where?Β The Black Bull, Hull Road, YO10 3LF
π· Price: Β£8.99 per child
π Tickets: Must be bought in advance, payable at the bar. Call 01904 411856 for more info.
KIDS CHRISTMAS DISCO 2023
FREE ENTRY and free glowsticks! π
The perfect way to end the last day of school before Christmas! With 3 hours of Christmas songs for the kids, party lighting and glowsticks, this is one to sure keep the kids dancing and in the Christmas spirit for the holidays.Β Please note that flashing lighting will be present.
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When?Friday 22nd December 2o23, 5-8pm
π Where? Copmanthorpe Rec, Baron’s Crescent, Copmanthorpe, YO23 3YR
π· Price: Free!
πΒ Β No need to book, just turn up and all free entry!
Kids’ Christmas Eve party – come along and meet Santa!
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When? Sunday 24th December 2o23, 4-6pm
π Where? Dick Turpin pub, 49 Moorcroft Road, Woodthorpe, YO24 2RQ
Christmas Eve children’s party! Featuring a children’s entertainer, games, activities and a present for every child.
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When? Sunday 24th December 2o23, 1-3pm
π Where? Dunnington Sports Club, Common Road, Dunnington
π· Price:Β Β£5 per child
πΒ Tickets to be purchased in advance from the club.
Children and families’ Christmas party – free food, entertainment and family food hamper to take home. No need to book. All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
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When? Friday 15th December 2o23, 3.30 – 5pm
π Where? Foxwood Community Centre, Cranfield Place, Bellhouse Way, York. YO24 3HY
Our annual fantastic Xmas party is a brilliant afternoon for all the kids.Β Disco, fancy dress, food, games and of course a visit from Santa.
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When? Sunday 17th December 2o23, 2pm
π Where? Haxby Sports Bar, 64 North Lane, Haxby
π· Price:Β Β£5 per child
π Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased in advance at the Bar.
Get ready for the ultimate Boxing Day Bash!Β Join us for an epic party packed with endless FUN!
Kids, get ready to groove at our exciting disco from 1-3pm!Β There will be awesome dancing and exhilarating party games with cool prizes up for grabs! And parents, we’ve got you covered too! Our fantastic bar will be open from 12-6pm, serving up refreshing drinks to keep the celebrations going!
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When?Β Tuesday 26th December 2023, kids’ disco 1-3pm
π Where? 1 North Moor Road, York YO32 9QS
Join us for soft play, bouncy castle, festive food and lots of fun!Β Hosted by the Little Stars playgroup.Β For preschoolers.
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When?Β Thursday 14th December 2o23, 10 – 11.30am
π Where? Riverside Centre, 187-189 Huntington Road, YO31 9BP
π· Price: Β£1 per person. Booking not required.
β Follow the Little Stars facebook page for more info.
π§Έ Find out more about the Little Stars playgroup (Thursdays in termtime) in our Mumbler listings here.
Children’s Christmas Party with DJ Geoff. Visit Santa in his grotto. Ticket only event, includes present and hot dog.
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When? Saturday 23rd December 2o23, 1-4pm
π Where? New Earswick Sports and Social Club, White Rose Avenue, York
π· Price: Β£3 each
π Tickets required – book via Eventbrite here.
Raise York are hosting some FREE Family Christmas Parties at various Family Hubs in York.Β There will be FREE party food, hot drinks, festive drinks and presents delivered by Santa! No need to book – just turn up.
πWednesday 13th December 2023, 9am – 12 noon (Santa from 10am) – Clifton Children’s Centre, YO30 6JA
π Wednesday 20th December 2023, 9am – 12 noon (Santa from 10am) – The Avenues Children’s Centre, YO31 0UT
πThursday 21st December 2023, 9am -12 noon (Santa from 10am) – Hob Moor Children’s Centre, YO24 4RF
Find out more about Raise York and the Family Hub network here.
Wacky Warehouse is holding a number of Christmas party type events in December, including:
π 16th December 2023 4-6pm, Jingle Ball – Β£10/Β£8 with play pass
π₯³ 22nd December 10-12pm, Tots Christmas Party – Β£8/Β£6 with play pass
π 24th December 3-5pm – Pyjama Party – Β£10/Β£8 with play pass
More details of these events and what the ticket prices include are on the Wacky Warehouse facebook page here.Β Prepayment is required for these events.
π Wacky Warehouse, The Flying Legends Pub, 4 Stirling Road, York YO30 4XY
Various Christmas events, including:
πFriday 8th December – Christmas Jumper Party! 11am – 12.30pm (Under 5s only) – Β£6 per child; 4-5.30pm (all ages) – Β£8 per child. Food not included.
π Tuesday 12th December – Kids’ PJ Party 4-6pm (Santa coming 5pm) – Β£10 per child, including food.
π₯³ Tuesday 19th December – Tots’ PJ Party (under 5s only), 11am – 1pm (Santa coming 12pm) – Β£6 per child (food not included).
π Friday 22nd December – School’s Out Party! 4-6pm. Β£10 per child, includes food. Fancy dress!
Limited availability for all events, please speak to a member of the team to secure your place.
π Wacky Warehouse, Riverside Farm, Shipton Road, York YO30 1XJ
π If you know about any Children’s Christmas parties or are running a Festive Class that we haven’t listed, then let us know HERE
π₯³ You can find a separate blog on New Year’s Eve family friendly festivities in York HERE.