The Grinch has been spotted causing Christmas mischief in Cardiff Bay, and families are being invited to track him down as a brand-new festive adventure arrives this November.
Running from 27 November 2026 until 3 January 2027, The Grinch Christmas Quest will transform Cardiff Bay into an interactive Christmas trail, taking families on a journey around seven of the area’s best-known attractions.
Created by High Street Safari and hosted by Cardiff Bay Waterfront Partners, the experience will challenge visitors to follow the Grinch’s trail, discover hidden clues and complete a series of festive activities along the way.
Seven Stops Across Cardiff Bay
The Christmas Quest will take families on an adventure around Cardiff Bay, with seven Grinch sightings hidden at some of the waterfront’s most recognisable locations.
The trail includes:
- The Red Dragon Centre
- Mermaid Quay
- Techniquest
- Wales Millennium Centre
- Senedd Cymru
- Craft in the Bay
- The Norwegian Church
At each stop, families will need to search the specially designed artwork for a hidden Christmas symbol before scanning a QR code using their smartphone to unlock a new interactive challenge.
Become the Grinch and Explore Who-ville
Along the way, visitors can take part in a variety of Grinch-themed activities, from transforming themselves into the green Christmas troublemaker in a festive selfie to meeting his loyal dog, Max.
Other challenges include balancing the Grinch’s sleigh, exploring Who-ville and playing interactive Christmas mini-games.
But there’s an extra twist to the adventure.
At every Grinch sighting, players must choose between two different attachments to add to their very own digital Grinch Tracker.
With seven choices to make throughout the trail, every family will create a personalised tracker based on their decisions, meaning no two finished machines need look the same.
It’s a fun way to explore Cardiff Bay during the festive season, with activities to keep children entertained as they make their way around the waterfront.
When Is The Grinch Christmas Quest?
Dates: Friday 27 November 2026 to Sunday 3 January 2027
Location: Seven attractions across Cardiff Bay
Experience: Interactive Christmas trail featuring QR codes, festive games, hidden symbols and a personalised digital Grinch Tracker.
The trail is being delivered in partnership with the participating Cardiff Bay venues, with additional support from Cardiff Harbour Authority.
So, if you’re heading to Cardiff Bay this Christmas, keep your eyes peeled. The Grinch could be hiding just around the corner!
