What's on near our sites this Christmas

Winter Wonderland, Hyde Park

Offering a wide variety of attractions, activities, entertainment, food and drinks, Hyde Park’s spectacular Winter Wonderland is not to be missed.

Grab yourself some mulled wine, amble through the Bavarian Christmas market, jump on a fairground ride or two, enjoy the magical Ice Kingdom and take in the stunning circus acts.

There’s also a giant wheel and ice bar and ice sculpting workshops too! There is guaranteed festive fun for everyone, from 21 Nov 2024 – 5 Jan 2025.

Ice skating

Set against the backdrop of one of London's most iconic buildings, Glide at Battersea Power Station has some amazing views of the Thames as well as a 30ft Christmas tree to skate around, from 8 Nov 2024 - 5 Jan 2025.

Or head to Skate at Somerset House, with its contemporary music and tasty food and drink - it's hailed as one of the capital's favourite winter experiences! Skate at Somerset House is on from 13 Nov 2024 - 23 Dec 2024.

Take in a Christmas Show

Lose yourself in the festive tale of A Christmas Carol at the Old Vic Theatre from 9 Nov 2024 to 4 Jan 2025, starring John Simm (from Life on Mars) as Ebenezer Scrooge.

Nicholas Allan’s much loved book Father Christmas Needs a Wee! is brought to life in a new musical adaptation at the Arts Theatre, this hilarious musical is the perfect Christmas show, from 7 - 24 Dec 2024. 

The magical stage adaption of the traditional story of The Snowman dances onto the Peacock theatre this Christmas from 23 Nov 2024 - 4 Jan 2025, suitable for children of all ages.

Get festive at the Brighton Royal Pavilion

Visit the stunning Royal Pavilion ice rink and enjoy family-friendly skate sessions, this year the ice is powered entirely by Green Energy! Then warm up with mulled wine and hot chocolate with marshmallows in the Rinkside Bar & Kitchen. 

The Royal Pavilion ice rink is open from 26 Oct 2024 - 5 Jan 2025. 

The Brighton Santa Dash

Grab yourself a Santa hat and suit and join thousands of other santa-clad runners in the Brighton Santa Dash, as they walk, jog and run a fun-filled 5K through Brighton City centre.

This event is on for one day only, on Saturday 7 December 2024 at 10:30am, starting at Hove Lawns, near the Peace statue.

Burning the clocks

Burning the Clocks is a magical evening which celebrates the end of the year. Thousands of people from across Sussex gather to make paper lanterns before carrying them through the festive city. The lanterns are burnt on the beach, signalling the close of one year and the longer, darker days.

This event is on for one day only, so don’t miss out! It will take place on 21 December 2024, the shortest day of the year.

Explore the magical story of Sleeping Beauty

Explore an illuminated trail around the fairy tale grounds of Sudeley Castle and Gardens with their Spectacle of Light 2024. Meet the wicked fairy, who has cast a spell on the Princess, and the good fairies trying to save her

Enjoy a warming hot chocolate or mulled wine as you explore the amazing trail, from 22 Nov 2024 - 30 Dec 2024. 

Christmas cheer at Blenheim Palace

Enjoy the after dark illuminated trail in The Great Outdoors, with Blenheim Palace grounds magically transformed by decorations.

Then head inside to explore Neverland® in the Palace. Follow Tinkerbell through the State rooms as she sprinkles fairy dust over baubles and Christmas trees!

Plus, new for 2024, The Great Skate at Blenheim Palace. Skate with friends and family in the Palace's Great Court, from 15 Nov 2024 - 1 Jan 2025.

Festive fun for all the family

Enjoy some traditional Christmas family fun and take in a show this season. Cheer on the heroes and boo the baddies at the Roses Theatre in Tewkesbury with their panto extravaganza of Cinderella from 30 Nov 2024 - 4 Jan 2025. 

Or head to the Everyman Theatre in Cheltenham for a dose of Christmas magic for you and the family with a new adaptation of the classic tale The Elves and The Shoemaker, from 29 Nov 2024 - 4 Jan 2025.