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FREE GUIDE

CHRISTMAS IN CARDIFF

15 November – 6 January

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2018

This handy pocket guide lists everything you need to know about Cardiff this festive season… so keep it safe and don’t miss a thing this Christmas!

The pages have been divided into colour-coded sections so that it’s easier for you to discover what the city has to offer.

Pages 3 to 8: Cardiff’s Winter Wonderland

Pages 9 to 12: Outdoor Entertainment

Pages 13 to 18: Festive Events

Pages 19 to 20: Christmas in the Bay

Pages 21 to 26: Shopping

Pages 27 to 28: Eat and Drink

Pages: 29 to 32: Travel and Visitor Information

Keep up to date!Don’t forget to check out Visit Cardiff on social media for regular event updates and news.

Visitcardiff.com/Christmas@VisitCardiff

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Please note details are correct at time of publication and are subject to change.

Festive Highlights

15 Nov Step into Christmas City Centre

15 Nov - 6 Jan Cardiff’s Winter Wonderland with Admiral Ice Rink City Hall Lawn

15 Nov - 23 Dec Cardiff Christmas Markets The Hayes

15 Nov - 24 Dec Santa’s Grotto Queen Street

15 Nov- 1 Jan Christmas at the Castle Castle Street

4 Dec - 12 Jan Matlida the Musical Wales Millennium Centre

8 Dec - 13 Jan Beauty and the Beast New Theatre Cardiff

13 Dec Cardiff Children’s Literature Festival Launch City Hall

19 Dec - 31 Dec Christmas Ballets St. David’s Hall

31 Dec - 1 Jan New Year’s Eve Fireworks Civic Centre

Save the date

29 Mar - 9 Apr Cardiff Children’s Literature Festival City Centre Venues

30 Mar - 7 Apr RHS Flower Show Cardiff Bute Park

1 Jun - 15 Jun ICC Cricket World Cup 2019 Cardiff Wales Stadium

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With an undercover ice rink, seasonal activities, bars and food stalls, all against the backdrop of the iconic civic centre and spectacular lights, Christmas in Cardiff isn’t complete without a visit to Winter Wonderland.

City Hall Lawn15th November - 6thJanuary


Fun Skate Penguins Look out for the penguins! The fun penguins are designed to help younger children enjoy the ice with confidence (suitable for children under 1.2m and should not be used as an aid for skating – subject to availability).

It’s free to enter the Winter Wonderland event site,

but there is a charge for additional activities. To avoid disappointment it’s advised that visitors book ice skating tickets in advance at cardiffswinterwonderland.com

Opening times:Please collect your skates 15 minutes prior to the start of your skating session.

15 Nov – 21 Dec

Mon – Fri 1215-2200 (Last Skate 2100)

Sat – Sun 1100-2200 (Last Skate 2100)

22 Dec – 30th Dec (excluding dates below)

Mon – Fri 1100 - 2200

Sat & Sun 0945 - 2200

Christmas Eve 0945 – 2100

Christmas Day CLOSED

Boxing Day 1100 - 2100

New Year’s Eve 0945 -0030

1 Jan – 6 Jan

Mon-Sat 1100 - 2200

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Peak Off Peak

Walk Up Online Walk Up Online

Adult (16+) £11 £10 £9.50 £8.50

Child (3-15) £9 £8 £8 £7

Students With Valid ID

£9 £8 £8 £7

Family of 4 £35 £30 £30 £27

Christmas Eve & New Year’s Eve

New Year’s Eve Midnight skate

All Day 23:30 Skate

Walk Up & Online Walk Up & Online

Adult (16+) £15 £20

Child (3-15) £10 £15

Students With Valid ID

£12

Family of 4 £45


Sur La Piste Bar – NEW for 2018

The brand new bar, with two floors, is the perfect place to catch up with friends and family over a mulled wine - or just sit back and relax on the sofas while enjoying a hot chocolate. The authentic wooden chalet is guaranteed

to get everyone in the festive mood.

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Funfair It’s not just about the skating! Cardiff’s Winter Wonderland will have an upgraded site with new attractions for 2018 including The Drop Tower! and familiar favourite, Party Penguin Dodgems.

Food and Drink Come and enjoy ‘Après Ski’ at the Sur La Piste Bar located at the heart of Winter Wonderland. Head to the Alpine Village where you can sample heart-warming Mulled Wine or a hot dog from the grill. Fancy something sweet? Freshly made crepes will be available with a variety of tantalising toppings!

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Step into Christmas

Thursday 15 November 4.30pm - 7.30pm City Centre

The Official Start to Christmas in Cardiff!

See the city centre undergo a spectacular transformation with a cornucopia of Christmassy characters, music, lights and entertainment.

Join the merriment and watch some truly magical festive performances in various locations across the city centre.

Please note the Christmas lights will be on prior to the start of Step into Christmas and twinkle to light as it gets dark. There is no ‘light switch-on’ moment - the fun goes on for hours!

FREE EVENT


Highlights include:

• See Ben and Holly from Ben and Holly’s Little Kingdom

• Festive street theatre

• Craft Folk Christmas Markets on The Hayes

• Santa’s Grotto on Queen Street

• Late night shopping and in-store offers

• Opening of Cardiff’s Winter Wonderland with Admiral Ice Rink

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Look out for these christmassy characters and more!

For the full schedule head to visitcardiff.com/stepintochristmas

Ghost Caribou Arco

Creature Encounter - The Snow Lion


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New Year’s Eve

Fireworks at Winter Wonderland

Civic Centre 31 December FREE EVENT

Watch the spectacular midnight firework display from Winter Wonderland and around the Civic Centre and bring in the New Year with a bang!

Make sure you book your ice-skating tickets in advance from cardiffswinterwonderland.com

The New Year’s Funfair will be open:

Sat 29 12.00 - 21.00

Sun 30 12.00 - 21.00

Mon 31 12.00 - 01.00

Nightlife From mouth-watering restaurants, captivating cocktail bars, and clubs where you can dance all the way into 2019, Cardiff is the perfect place to celebrate! Find the best places to visit at visitcardiff.com/NewYear

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Cardiff Children’s Literature Festival Launch with David Baddiel

Thursday 13 December 6.30pm City Hall

The seventh Cardiff Children’s Literature festival gets off to a flying start this December as David Baddiel comes to Cardiff.

Comedian and author David Baddiel has written six wildly entertaining books for

young readers that have sold over 1 million copies. David will be in town to talk about his latest laugh-out-loud, wish fulfilment story, Head Kid, that asks the question: what would happen if the strictest head teacher swapped bodies with the naughtiest kid in school?

The event will mark the launch of the 2019 Cardiff Children’s Literature Festival programme.

Under 12s must be accompanied

by a paying adult. Supported by

HarperCollins Children’s Books

Tickets £5cardiffkidslitfest.com


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Cardiff Children’s Literature Festival 30 March – 7 April 2019. Tickets will be on sale from 13 December 2018.

Fuel your little bookworm’s imagination and love of reading this Christmas by buying tickets to see their favourite authors and illustrators as they make their words and pictures come to life. Held in iconic

venues across the city centre, with amazing tales and performances featuring a cast of wonderful characters. It’s an ideal stocking filler for all those who love children’s books.

For more information head over to cardiffkidslitfest.com #KidsLitFest @CDFKidsLitFest

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Santa’s Grotto

10 November - 24 December Queen Street (opposite the Queens Arcade)

Get away from the hustle and bustle of Christmas shopping and visit Santa! Housed in a traditional wooden chalet, dressed perfectly for the festive season, children can meet Santa and his elves.

Open 7 days a week from 10.30am

Age: Suitable for children of all ages

Price: £6.50 including a gift from Santa


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Cardiff Castle

15 November - 1 January Castle Street

Did you know that Christmas is one of the best times of year to visit Cardiff Castle? As well as discovering more about its history, visitors can also see the house in all its splendour, dressed with spectacular Christmas lights and decorations. General admission tickets start from £11.30.

Also the Castle’s Visitor Centre is free to enter, so why not escape the crowds and grab a drink and bite to eat in the Bistro, or find the perfect present in the Welsh gift shop.

To find out more about Santa’s Grotto and Wreath Making classes visit cardiffcastle.com

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Christmas Shows

What better way is there to get in the Christmas spirit than to enjoy festive entertainment in one of Cardiff’s many beautiful and iconic venues?

Breath-taking Ballet at St David’s Hall

The Russian State Ballet of Siberia accompanied by The Russian State Ballet Orchestra return with four enchanting ballets.

Snow Maiden 19 – 20 December

The Nutcracker 21 – 24 December

Swan Lake 27 – 29 December

Cinderella 30 – 31 December

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Punchy Panto at New Theatre

It wouldn’t be Christmas without the Panto! Festive family fun for all.

Beauty and the Beast 8 December – 13 January

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Wales Millennium Centre

Matilda the Musical 4 December – 12 January

Make sure you see the multi-award winning Matilda the Musical from the Royal Shakespeare company.

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Christmas in the Bay

This festive season, wrap up warm, grab a latte in Café Hafren and stroll across the picturesque Cardiff Bay Barrage. Alternatively, get on your bike and cycle the 10k Bay Trail, which takes in iconic landmarks, public art, exhibitions and the tranquil Wetlands Reserve.

Escape from the city altogether with a festive trip to Flat Holm Island, where you can explore the historic buildings and enjoy a warming drink at the Gull and Leek pub. Visit bayislandvoyages.co.uk to book your boat trip.

For hand-made gift options, head to the Norwegian Church Art Centre’s Gallery

Gift Shop, where crafters from South Wales will be presenting their unique wares from 16 November to 23 December at 10.30am-4pm.

For more information about the festivities taking place at other venues in the Bay, including Wales Millennium Centre, The Red Dragon Centre and Mermaid Quay, go to visitcardiffbay.info.


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If you’re searching for a Christmas present with a difference, look no further than gift vouchers for Cardiff International White Water. Located near the city centre, the exciting watersport facility offers adrenaline-fuelled

activities including White Water Rafting and Indoor Wave. The vouchers start from just £10 – buy yours now at ciww.com/gift-vouchers, from the centre’s reception or by calling 029 2082 9970.

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City of Arcades

Experience a new way of shopping this Christmas. Explore the seven beautiful Victorian and Edwardian arcades that sit alongside the biggest names on the high street, earning Cardiff the title of City of Arcades.

Inside you’ll find over 100 independent cafés, bars and shops selling hand-crafted, bespoke and designer items to help you to make your Christmas gifts as unique

as you are. Can’t decide on a gift? The FOR Cardiff gift card is redeemable in over 70 independent businesses across Cardiff city centre, catering for everyone from coffee lovers and vintage fashionistas, culture seekers and sports fans.

To help plan your visit, go to thecityofarcades.com to explore the full list of businesses.

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Christmas Shopping

Shopping CentresCardiff is the ultimate shopping destination this Christmas, and with a combination of designer brands, high street names as well as more individual and independent shops there’s something for everyone. Start your journey at the spectacular St.Davids / Dewi Sant in the heart of the city boasting over 150 shops and over 40 eating outlets.

Stroll down to Queen’s Arcade in the undercover shopping centre- home to a fantastic selection of big name brands and independent retailers.

The shopping doesn’t stop there! The Capitol Shopping Centre located on Queen Street offers some great alternative shops mixed with some well-known favourites!

Cardiff MarketBe sure to check out Cardiff Market where you’ll find a wealth of products perfect for that unique Christmas gift. It has occupied the same site for over 100 years and has traditional Victorian features all under a stunning glass roof.

Capitol Shopping Centre – Creative Cardiff Markets 27 October- 31 December10 – 6pmIf you’re looking for a unique hand-crafted gift this Christmas made by local Cardiff talent then look no further than Capitol Creative’s first ever indoor market! Purchase gifts from over 100 Welsh artists this Christmas. More info at facebook.com/cardiffcreativeshop

For more information on shopping in Cardiff, check out visitcardiff.com/shopping


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Cardiff Christmas Market

15 November - 23 December The Hayes

A visit to Cardiff’s Christmas market will rival that of any UK city, with rows of beautifully decorated wooden stalls laid out in the pedestrian heart of the city centre.

An exciting and eclectic mix of both new and returning exhibitors, with their original, handmade products, are the essence of what makes Cardiff’s Christmas Market so different and special every year.

To find our more head to cardiffchristmasmarket.com


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Festive Quarter

Working Street 15 November - 30 December

Shopping can be exhausting so once you’ve worked up your thirst and appetite stop by the German style Bierkeller and Bratwurst Grill, which offers a choice of popular ales, mulled wine and speciality sausages for a Bavarian feast!


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Eat and Drink – City Centre

From breakfast to cocktails Cardiff can cater for all appetites, whatever time of day those hunger pangs hit.

Start the day right with breakfast at one of the many independent cafés, such as Waterloo Tea, recently voted the Cardiffian’s favourite arcade-based business. Alongside a delicious breakfast menu they also serve a range of over 60 teas sourced from around the world.

Lunch is an international affair, with American style

subs and hoagies at New York Deli, Italian pasta and pizza at Café Minuet or Viennese pastries and open sandwiches at Wally’s Delicatessen and Kaffeehaus.

Spend the evening dining at the Marco Pierre White Steak House, located on Hotel Indigo’s top floor in Dominions Arcade.

Fancy something a little lighter? Head over to Bar 44 and sample some tasty tapas washed down with their mouth-watering sherry selection. Finish off your evening with a refreshing cocktail at Mill Lane’s popular watering holes such as, Cornerhouse, Peppermint or Soda Bar.

Find out more at visitcardiff.com/eatdrink

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Tim Peake’s Spacecraft

15 November – 10 February National Museum Wales

See the spacecraft that brought British astronaut Tim Peake back to Earth from the International Space Station. You can relive the descent from space through a virtual reality experience, Space Descent VR. This out of the world experience is too good to miss! Presented by Samsung and the Science Museum Group

FREE EXHIBITION £6 Space Descent VR


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Travel and Transport

Car Parks/Park and Ride There are a number of outdoor and multi-storey carparks available close to the shops and attractions. Cardiff Council also operates ‘Park and Ride’ locations during the Christmas period. For more information visit cardiffcouncil.com and visitcardiff.com/visitor-information

Public TransportThe city centre is easily accessible by train via Cardiff Queen Street or Cardiff Central. There are also a variety of bus companies operating around the region with bus stops at key locations including Greyfriars Road and Westgate Street. For timetables visit traveline.cymru

Coaches With a compact city centre, Cardiff is a great city for coach groups to visit. For more information about the convenient drop-off/ pick-up points and coach driver incentives, email the Visit Cardiff team [email protected]

Cardiff Shopmobility Shopmobility provide electrically powered wheelchairs, scooters and manual wheelchairs to help people shop and use the facilities in the city centre. Hiring fee applies. Located at St David`s Shopping Centre, P3 (first level of parking).

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Tourist Information CentreWhether you’re visiting Cardiff for the first time or looking for new ways to experience the city, the Tourist Information Centre is there to help.

Tourist Information Centre Cardiff Castle

Opening HoursOpen 7 days a week 09:00 – 17:00

Tourist Information Hub Old Library

Opening HoursSun - Thu 10:00 – 15:00Fri – Sat 10:00 – 17:00

MapsCheck out our Christmas in Cardiff map on the centre pages! Or, if you are looking for City Centre and Cardiff Bay maps you can download from: visitcardiff.com/visitor-information/maps-cardiff

Cardiff FREE WiFiDid you know there is FREE WiFi in Cardiff city centre & Cardiff Bay? Just look out for Cardiff FREE WiFi and log in!

LockersHeavy bags? Here for the weekend? Check out the locker facilities at St. David’s / Dewi Sant (£1 regular size locker for 8 hours) or The Old Library (10am-4pm various prices based on size of storage).

Did you know you can collect your Amazon order from one of Cardiff’s many locker facilities? You can find them at two of our largest shopping centres St. David’s / Dewi Sant and Capitol Shopping Centre.

Extend your VisitFrom budget to five-star Cardiff has plenty of choice. Check out our accommodation at visitcardiff.com/wheretostay


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