Wokingham Winter Carnival
By Nina Bailey · Published Published
Wokingham Winter Carnival 2026: A Fantastic Family Day Out!
Get ready for a day packed with festive fun, laughter and entertainment as the Wokingham Lions Winter Carnival returns to the town centre for 2026!
A firm favourite in the local calendar, the carnival promises something for everyone, making it the perfect family day out. With the town centre closed to traffic for the day, families can enjoy the festivities in a pedestrian-friendly environment, with plenty of space for little ones to explore and join in the fun.
There will be something happening around every corner, with a fantastic line-up of street entertainers, live music, singing and dancing. And, of course, no carnival would be complete without the fairground rides! Whether you're looking for thrills or something a little gentler, there will be rides to suit all ages.
Feeling hungry? You'll be spoilt for choice with a brilliant selection of food and drink stalls, making it easy to grab some lunch or a tasty treat while soaking up the atmosphere.
Meet Father Christmas!
One of the highlights for younger visitors will be a very special visit to Father Christmas in his grotto! Tickets will go on sale approximately two weeks before the event, with further details to be announced.
Supporting local charities
The Wokingham Lions Winter Carnival isn't just about having fun. The event is organised to raise much-needed funds for local charities, so by coming along and enjoying the day, you'll also be helping to support some fantastic causes in our community.
Carnival programme and stallholders
Want to plan your day? You can download last year's carnival programme here. The 2026 programme is expected to be available approximately one week before the event.
Getting there: Travel and parking
Please be aware that several roads in the town centre will be closed during the carnival:
Peach Street
Rose Street
Broad Street
These road closures will be in place from 6am until 9pm.
You can view the road closures and diversion routes here before setting off.
Wokingham's car parks will remain open with normal Sunday opening hours and pricing. For parking information, visit:
So, wrap up warm, bring the family and get ready for a brilliant day of carnival fun in the heart of Wokingham!
