Last updated: 11 November 2024
Welcome to the ultimate guide for holiday fun in Grimsby! Discover all the top festive activities and events. Locals and travelers, get ready to explore the holiday magic of Grimsby with our ultimate guide.
This festive season, the Grimsby Christmas Market offers a delightful array of stalls, showcasing local crafts and seasonal treats. Featuring unique artisanal gifts and delicious food options, it’s a charming spot to soak in the holiday spirit. Also, the Christmas Pantomime at the Grimsby Auditorium provides a heartwarming experience with family-friendly performances full of laughter and entertainment. And definitely don't forget The Great Grimsby Christmas Festival, a lively celebration that includes various activities for all ages. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Grimsby Holiday Light Displays
Christmas Luminations at Cleethorpes Pier
- What to Expect
- Dynamic, 500-meter light installation celebrating seaside freedom.
- Description
- A 500-meter animated light installation designed by Esther Rolinson, sweeping along the North Promenade in Cleethorpes, creating an ever-expanding form of light and movement that captures the essence of seaside freedom.
- Where
- Cleethorpes | More Info : Christmas Luminations at Cleethorpes Pier
Cleethorpes Christmas Light Switch On
- What to Expect
- Community event featuring live performances and a spectacular light display.
- Description
- The Cleethorpes Christmas Light Switch On fills the coastal town with joy as the festive lights illuminate the streets. Families gather to witness the spectacular show, which features live entertainment, local performers, and a vibrant atmosphere. Stalls offer seasonal treats, and children are entertained by festive activities, creating a wonderful community spirit.
- Where
- Cleethorpes | More Info : Cleethorpes Christmas Light Switch On
Grimsby Holiday Markets and Shopping
Grimsby Christmas Market
- What to Expect
- Local artisans selling traditional crafts.
- Description
- Grimsby Christmas Market transforms the town center into a bustling hub of holiday cheer, featuring local artisans showcasing traditional Lincolnshire crafts, mulled wine, unique gifts, and seasonal treats.
- Where
- Grimsby | More Info : Grimsby Christmas Market
Grimsby Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Christmas Pantomime at the Grimsby Auditorium
- What to Expect
- Epic adventure with pirates and a streetwise cat.
- Description
- Dick Whittington meets the Pirates from the Caribbean is a swashbuckling pantomime where Dick Whittington, a hero seeking fame and fortune, embarks on an epic adventure with a lost streetwise cat. They navigate through London's smelly sewers, fight the evil Queen Rat, and finally meet the Pirates from the Caribbean. The show features a fabulous eighteen-strong cast, including Dick Whittington, Idle Jack, The Lady Fitzwarren, Queen Rat, and ships cook Sherrie-Triffle.
- Where
- Grimsby | More Info : Christmas Pantomime at the Grimsby Auditorium
Night of Christmas Music
- What to Expect
- World-class Irish music and dance performance.
- Description
- Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Irish culture with a world-class concert featuring festive favorites and greatest Irish sing-along songs.
- Where
- Grimsby | More Info : Night of Christmas Music
The Great Grimsby Christmas Festival
- What to Expect
- Interactive community-led entertainment with local artisans and performers.
- Description
- The Great Grimsby Christmas Festival is a one-day event featuring live music, arts and crafts, walkabout acts, and a lantern parade. It includes a hyper-local festive market with seasonal crafts and gifts, delicious food stalls, and sustainable workshops. The event culminates in a community tree lighting ceremony.
- Where
- Grimsby | More Info : The Great Grimsby Christmas Festival
Christmas in Cleethorpes
- What to Expect
- André Rieu's concert with Johann Strauss Orchestra and Emma Kok.
- Description
- Celebrate the holiday season with André Rieu's dazzling Christmas Concert, "Gold and Silver," exclusively in cinemas. This event embodies the spirit of Christmas, bringing joy, warmth, and sparkle to the big screen. André Rieu will be joined on stage by his beloved Johann Strauss Orchestra, along with special guest artists and the young and talented Emma Kok. The concert features all your favorite Christmas classics under the sparkle of 150 chandeliers and 50 Venetian candelabras.
- Where
- Cleethorpes | More Info : Christmas in Cleethorpes
Docks Christmas Party
- What to Expect
- Live music and street food in a festive atmosphere.
- Description
- Join Docks Beers for an unforgettable Christmas celebration featuring live music and delicious street food at Docks Academy.
- Where
- Grimsby | More Info : Docks Christmas Party
Michael Bublé tribute Christmas Party Night
- What to Expect
- Tribute performance to Michael Bublé.
- Description
- Celebrate Christmas with a Michael Bublé tribute night, featuring an incredible tribute to the king of Christmas himself, with live music and entertainment.
- Where
- Grimsby | More Info : Michael Bublé tribute Christmas Party Night
Dick Whittington meets the Pirates from the Caribbean
- What to Expect
- Epic adventure with pirates and a strong cast.
- Description
- Dick Whittington meets the Pirates from the Caribbean is a swashbuckling pantomime where Dick Whittington, a hero seeking fame and fortune, embarks on an epic adventure with a lost streetwise cat. They face the evil Queen Rat and her Racketeers before meeting the Pirates from the Caribbean. The show features an eighteen-strong cast, including Idle Jack, The Lady Fitzwarren, and ships cook Sherrie-Triffle.
- Where
- Grimsby | More Info : Dick Whittington meets the Pirates from the Caribbean
The Rat Pack – Christmas In Vegas
- What to Expect
- Recreates the original Rat Pack show with surprise special guests.
- Description
- The Rat Pack – Christmas In Vegas is a tribute show featuring iconic performances of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Sammy Davis Jr., recreating the Las Vegas heyday with style, glamour, and excitement. The show includes all the great hits like "My Way," "Mr. Bojangles," and seasonal classics like "Winter Wonderland" and "White Christmas."
- Where
- Grimsby | More Info : The Rat Pack – Christmas In Vegas
Grimsby Other Holiday Activities
Magical Reindeer Experience
- What to Expect
- Immersive Christmas experience with reindeer and festive characters.
- Description
- Step into a land where reindeer and elves live together. Discover hidden Elf Villages, beautiful lighting displays, and meet amazing festive characters. Enjoy a fun-packed visit with reindeer talks, magical woodland walks, lakeside lighting trails, rollercoaster rides, fairground rides, stage shows, and more. Explore quirky Elf villages, visit the Toy Workshop, and meet story time characters. This immersive Christmas experience includes optional activities like the Magical VR Sleigh Ride and festive food and drinks.
- Where
- Grimsby | More Info : Magical Reindeer Experience
Breakfast with Santa
- What to Expect
- Hearty buffet breakfast with Santa and an early Christmas present for each child.
- Description
- Join Beechwood Farm for a special Breakfast with Santa event, featuring a hearty buffet breakfast for adults and kids, meeting Santa, and an early Christmas present for each child.
- Where
- Grimsby | More Info : Breakfast with Santa
Santa Train Rides at Cleethorpes Coast Light Railway
- What to Expect
- Interactive Santa meet-and-greet with complimentary refreshments.
- Description
- Embark on a special train journey to Lapland Central, where you can meet Santa, enjoy seasonal refreshments, and participate in festive activities.
- Where
- Cleethorpes | More Info : Santa Train Rides at Cleethorpes Coast Light Railway
Christmas Wreath Workshop
- What to Expect
- Hands-on wreath-making with personalized support and festive refreshments.
- Description
- Create your own luxury, scented Christmas wreath using seasonal foliage and adornments, guided by Abigail from Seaholly Floral Design.
- Where
- Grimsby | More Info : Christmas Wreath Workshop
Sundown Adventureland at Christmas
- What to Expect
- Interactive holiday rides and Santa's Grotto.
- Description
- Sundown Adventureland transforms into a vibrant holiday destination with festive rides, attractions, and live entertainment. Explore 50 acres of twinkling lights and meet Santa in his cozy grotto.
- Where
- Grimsby | More Info : Sundown Adventureland at Christmas
Christmas mug painting with bottomless brunch
- What to Expect
- Paint your own Christmas mugs while enjoying a bottomless brunch.
- Description
- Join us for a fun-filled afternoon of Christmas mug painting and bottomless brunch. Create your own holiday-themed mugs while enjoying a delicious meal.
- Where
- Grimsby | More Info : Christmas mug painting with bottomless brunch