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Are you looking for that perfect Christmas gift for someone you love? Or are you simply wishing to enjoy the festivities yourself? Look no further, as we've collated the best festive events to enjoy with your friends and family! 

As well as festive trails and light shows, we've got a perfect collection for the gig goers, the theatre aficionados, the musical lovers, and more. With all of the best tours, events and shows to choose from, we guarantee that there is something for everyone! 

Not sure what they'd like? No problem. Grab a Gigantic Gift Card today and let your special someone choose the event for themselves! Add whatever value you'd like to the card, and we'll take care of the rest!

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Light Post Farm

Delightful light trail in the heart of a working farm

Nottinghamshire's Light Post Farm is a delightful festive event for all the family, showcasing the farm's wonderful collection of animals, including newborn lambs, alpacas, and wallabies, as well as some very special reindeer for the Christmas season.

Visitors can also be immersed in more than 250,000 sparkling lights, an Advent calendar art installation designed by Nottingham College art students, and much more! 

📅 Light Post Farm Dates:

• Saturday 22nd November - Tuesday 23rd December 2025: Light Post Farm - White Post Farm, Newark
• Thursday 27th November 2025: Light Post Farm - SEN Friendly Evening - White Post Farm, Newark
• Thursday 4th December 2025: Light Post Farm - Dog Friendly Evening - White Post Farm, Newark

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Afternoon Tea & Christmas at Nottingham Castle

Indulge in festival delights in a historic setting 

Indulge in a Festive Afternoon Tea, with a selection of sandwiches, savouries and a range of festive desserts, in the stunning setting of Nottingham's historical castle. 

📅 Afternoon Tea & Christmas at Nottingham Castle Dates:

• Saturday 6th - Sunday 21st December 2025: Afternoon Tea & Christmas at Nottingham Castle - Nottingham Castle

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Afternoon Tea & Christmas at Newstead

Delectable festive treats at beautiful Abbey

Settle in for a cosy afternoon with some delectable festive treats in the beautiful Newstead Abbey.

📅 Afternoon Tea & Christmas at Newstead Dates:

• Saturday 29th November - Sunday 21st December 2025: Afternoon Tea at Newstead Abbey - Newstead Abbey, Nottingham

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Fairytale Christmas at Newstead Abbey

Delectable festive treats at the beautiful Abbey

Delight in magical moments, full of sparkle & wonder with ‘Fairytale Christmas’ at Newstead Abbey. Discover magical installations and a self-led walk through the Historic House.

📅 Fairytale Christmas at Newstead Abbey Dates:

• Saturday 22nd November 2025 - Sunday 4th January 2026: Fairytale Christmas House Admission - Newstead Abbey, Ravenshead

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Santa's Frozen Adventure

Magical Christmas experience at the stunning Wollaton Hall 

Discover Santa and his helpers at the festive themed Snowy Adventure with a self-led walk delving under Wollaton Hall. Children receive a gift as part of their ticket!

📅 Santa's Frozen Adventure Dates:

• Saturday 29th November - Saturday 21st December 2025: Santa’s Frozen Adventure - Wollaton Hall, Nottingham

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Wollaton Hall Christmas Afternoon Tea

Experience high tea in the gorgeous Wollaton Hall

What better way to get into the festive spirit than with some tasty treats? Treat yourselves to a delicious afternoon tea served in the splendour of Wollaton Hall! Enjoy a selection of homemade sandwiches, delicious cakes, and speciality teas-all served on vintage china. 

📅 Wollaton Hall Christmas Afternoon Tea Dates:

• Saturday 29th November - Sunday 21st December 2025: Wollaton Hall Christmas Afternoon Tea - Wollaton Hall, Nottingham

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The Plouise Empire Christmas Experience

Experience the magical world of Plouise 

Step into the magical world of Plouise, with cookie decorating, letters to Santa, children's entertainment and more! 

📅 The Plouise Empire Christmas Experience Dates:

• Tuesday 14th October - Wednesday 17th December 2025: The Plouise Empire Christmas Experience - P Louise Make Up Academy, Stockport

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Winter Light Trail

Immersive festive experience in the idyllic Wollaton Park 

A wonderful treat for the whole family - immersive Christmas lights at the idyllic Wollaton Park! 

📅 Winter Light Trail Dates:

• Wednesday 26th November - Wednesday 31st December 2025: Winter Light Trail - Wollaton Hall, Nottingham

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The Gruffalo's Child

The hit children's show is back in the West End! 

The hit children’s show The Gruffalo’s Child is back in London’s West End for Christmas 2025.

Live on stage at the Lyric Theatre, The Gruffalo’s Child brings Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s award-winning The Gruffalo sequel to life in this magical, musical adaptation, full of songs, laughs and scary fun for all the family! 

📅 The Gruffalo's Child Dates:

• Friday 28th November 2025 - Sunday 11th January 2026: The Gruffalo’s Child - Lyric Theatre, London

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Stick Man  

Utterly original adaptation of a beloved novel

This award-winning production, from the team behind Zog, Tiddler and other Terrific Tales, and Tabby McTat features a trio of top actors and is packed full of puppetry, songs, live music and funky moves.

📅 Stick Man Dates:

• Thursday 4th December 2025 - Sunday 4th January 2026: Stick Man - Bloomsbury Theatre, London

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Elf 

Limited Christmas run of festive romp

Son of a nutcracker, Elf The Musical is heading back to the West End, following a record-breaking season on Broadway last year! 

📅 Elf Dates:

• Tuesday 28th October 2025 - Saturday 3rd January 2026: Elf! - Aldwych Theatre, London

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A Christmas Carol - A Ghost Story 

Spine-tingling spectacle 

Following a phenomenally successful run in 2021, Mark Gatiss’ retelling of Dickens’ winter ghost story returns to the hauntingly atmospheric Alexandra Palace Theatre!

Filled with Dickensian, spine-tingling special effects, prepare to be frightened and delighted in equal measure as you enter the supernatural Victorian world of A Christmas Carol.

📅 A Christmas Carol - A Ghost Story Dates:

• Friday 21st November 2025 - Sunday 4th January 2026: A Christmas Carol - A Ghost Story - Alexandra Palace Theatre, London

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The Snowman 

Festive delight accompanied by a live orchestra

Back for its 28th year, The Snowman is a magical stage adaptation of the much-loved picture book by Raymond Briggs and the film directed by Dianne Jackson. 

The Snowman is an enchanting introduction to dance for the whole family, accompanied by a live orchestra! 

📅 The Snowman Dates:

• Saturday 22nd November 2025 - Sunday 4th January 2026: The Snowman - Peacock Theatre, London

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Father Christmas Needs a Wee 

Witty humour, fantastic music and the extra sparkle 

At every house, Father Christmas eats and drinks the tasty treats that have been left for him.

But when he reaches number ten, he realises that he’s forgotten to do something rather important and he really, really, really needs a WEE!

📅 Father Christmas Needs a Wee Dates:

• Saturday 6th December - Wednesday 24th December 2025: Father Christmas Needs a Wee! - Arts Theatre, London

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Potted Panto 

Experience all of your favourite pantomimes in one 

The West End’s longest-running pantomime returns to the East End for a third Christmas season due to popular demand!

In a madcap ride through the biggest stories and best-loved characters from the wonderful world of pantomime, the dastardly double act dash from rubbing Aladdin’s lamp to roaming the golden streets of Dick Whittington’s London and making sure that Cinderella gets to the Ball.

📅 Potted Panto Dates:

• Wednesday 3rd December 2025 - Saturday 3rd January 2026: Potted Panto - Wilton's Music Hall, London

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Aladdin Family Panto  

Experience all of your favourite pantomimes in one 

A whole new world awaits Aladdin, but chasing true love takes him on an adventure he will never forget.

With up-to-date chart songs, crazy characters, and a panda on the loose, this action-packed pantomime adventure is guaranteed to leave you wanting more!

📅 Aladdin Family Panto Dates:

• Saturday 20th December 2025: Aladdin Family Panto - St. Mary's Chambers, Rossendale

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Christmas Carol Goes Wrong  

Tidings of chaos and joy 

The Cornley Amateur Drama Society are back with tidings of chaos and joy, ready to tackle Charles Dickens’ classic, A Christmas Carol.

Enjoy a festive slice of pure escapism at the worst production in Christmas past, present, and yet to come!

📅 Christmas Carol Goes Wrong Dates:

• Saturday 6th December 2025 - Sunday 25th January 2026: Christmas Carol Goes Wrong - Apollo Theatre, London

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West End Musical Christmas  

Festive feast of heart-warming classics  

A surprise cast of the West End’s biggest stars will be getting audiences well and truly in the festive mood with another sold-out, all singing, all dancing extravaganza!

Expect a festive feast of heart-warming classics and musical theatre crackers building into an all-out Christmas party!

📅 West End Musical Christmas Date:

• Monday 15th December 2025: West End Musical Christmas - Lyric Theatre, London

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Maddie Moate's Very Curious Christmas 

Brimming with festive cheer   

Join beloved children’s TV presenter Maddie Moate as she makes her West End debut with this brand-new live show! 

Packed with interactive fun and brimming with festive cheer, Maddie’s live science show promises to be an unforgettable holiday treat for the whole family.

📅 Maddie Moate's Very Curious Christmas Dates:

• Friday 12th December - Sunday 4th January 2026: Maddie Moate’s Very Curious Christmas - Garrick Theatre, London

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Cinderella 

You shall go to the ball   

From Olivier Award winner Chris Bush (Standing at the Sky’s Edge) and Roni Neale, with new songs by Matt Winkworth, this funny, fantastical retelling of the classic fairytale highlights the importance of family, wherever we may find it.

Featuring members of the celebrated Rose Youth Theatre alongside a professional cast, join in for a Christmas tradition in this mischievous new adventure about being careful what you wish for.

📅 Cinderella Dates:

• Wednesday 26th November 2025 - Sunday 4th January 2026: Cinderella - Rose Theatre Kingston

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Nutcracker

National Ballet breathing more life into classic 

This festive season, join Clara on a fantastical adventure where anything is possible. Embark on a journey full of colour and wonder as English National Ballet brings Nutcracker to life with over 100 dancers and musicians.