Family Day: Christmas crafts and carols
Celebrate Christmas at Westminster Abbey this festive season. Join our world-famous choristers for carol singing, get creative with Christmas crafts, and enjoy family-friendly festive fun.
Get your holiday spirit flowing on this extra special family day where we have stories, crafts and singing all wrapped up.
- Arts and crafts - Get creative and make your very own Abbey-inspired Christmas tree decoration.
- Christmas trail - Discover Christmas connections on a festive trail through Westminster Abbey’s historic cloisters.
- A Christmas message - Share a message of hope or prayer in the Abbey’s ancient candle lit chapel.
- Storytelling - Snuggle up with your grown up to hear some warming festive tales.
- Christmas carol sing-a-long - Join the Abbey’s world-famous choristers to sing your favourite carols.
Whatever your family’s beliefs or traditions, join us at Westminster Abbey to celebrate and explore the magic of Christmas.
Ticketing information
This event does not include self-guided entry to Westminster Abbey. If you'd like to also book a self-guided ticket, we recommend looking at the Visit us pages to plan a visit during opening hours.
Age suitability
This activity is suitable for children aged 3+.
All children must be accompanied by an adult throughout their time at the Abbey.
Meeting location
This event will meet by the Cloister Entrance to Westminster Abbey in Dean's Yard.
Access and security
Please have your ticket ready to show our staff (either printed or on your mobile phone).
On your arrival, your bag will be searched and we ask you not to bring any large items with you (for example suitcases, large backpacks or folding bicycles) as these will not be allowed inside and we are unable to store them for you.
The Abbey has uneven floors and parts of the event may only be accessible up a flight of steps.
The Abbey is committed to creating inclusive and accessible events for all. If you have any access requirements or questions about your visit, please contact us when booking: [email protected]
Filming and photography
Please note that filming and sound recording are not permitted at the Abbey. See our photography policy for more information.
