Festive Season Meetings: Fellowship Meetings This Christmas
Last Updated:
December 24th, 2025
The festive period can be a wonderful time for many people, but it can also be one of the most difficult points in the year for those living in recovery or supporting someone who is. Routines shift, services close or operate on reduced hours, and the emotional pressure of Christmas can leave people feeling isolated, overwhelmed, or unsure where to turn.
To help, we’ve created this Holiday Support Hub – a dedicated resource listing AA, NA, CA, SMART, OA, SLAA, GA, DA, CoDA and other fellowship meetings running across Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. Staying connected to the recovery community is vital, and these meetings provide a safe, understanding space, no matter what challenges the holidays bring.
What You’ll Find on This Page
We’ve built an easy-to-use directory that brings together support options from across the UK. The embedded Looker Studio report below allows you to scroll left and right to view meetings on each key date throughout the festive period.
You can find the directory on this link: https://lookerstudio.google.com/embed/u/0/reporting/c689b984-5315-4bc3-8478-72fb4d6ab518/page/JMdgF
You’ll be able to see:
- Women-only
- Men-only
- Young persons
- Veterans
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Dual-diagnosis / mental health-focused
- Beginner/newcomer meetings
Why These Meetings Matter Over Christmas
Connection is one of the strongest protective factors in recovery. At Christmas, when the usual routines around therapy, work, family, or community can shift, attending a meeting can offer stability, grounding and perspective. Whether you are in early recovery, long-term recovery, or supporting someone close to you, these fellowships provide a confidential, compassionate space to be heard and to share safely.
Even one meeting over the holidays can make a huge difference.
How to Use the Holiday Meeting Finder
Simply browse the interactive report. You can:
- Scroll through key dates
- Filter by fellowship type
- See times and formats at a glance
- Identify special-focus meetings tailored to your needs
Many online meetings run 24/7 throughout December, making them ideal if you’re travelling, spending Christmas away from home, or prefer to join from a private space.
If You Need Immediate Help
If you or someone you love is struggling over the holidays, remember: you are not alone, and support is available.
Our UKAT admissions team is here every day over Christmas and New Year.
Call us now for confidential guidance on treatment options, detox support, or just someone to talk to.