Nottingham Christmas Shows 2026

St Mary's Church in Nottingham will hold a candlelit classical performance featuring Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker Suite, Rachmaninov’s Piano Concerto No. 2, and a festive medley. The Piccadilly Sinfonietta and pianist Warren Mailley-Smith perform.

Three chilling ghost stories of the Christmas season are presented in a one-man show by Edwyrdian Tales. The performance includes tales of festive spirits, a haunted Christmas tree, and a lonely hunting party.

Award-winning storyteller Jason Buck presents a traditional telling of the Nutcracker story, suitable for adults and families aged 9 and older, with inspiring music, ballet, and films.

London Concertante presents a candlelit concert of Christmas movie scores, including music from Home Alone, Elf, Love Actually, and White Christmas.

Virtuoso musician Tim Edey presents a Celtic Christmas performance. Recognized as BBC Musician of the Year and BBC Radio Two Musician of the Year, Edey is known globally for his melodeon and guitar skills. He delivers a mix of world...

Vivaldi's "The Four Seasons" is performed by the Piccadilly Sinfonietta in Derby Cathedral. This Christmas concert also features festive favorites like Corelli's "Christmas Concerto" and Pachelbel's "Canon in D."

Mat Jones delivers an acclaimed one-man performance of Charles Dickens' 'A Christmas Carol.' Performed as Dickens himself presented it, the show uses only voice and presence to conjure Scrooge's world, Fezziwig's party, and the Cratchit family hearth, directly from Dickens'...

The Choir of St Mary Magdalene, Newark presents 'The Sound of Christmas,' a choral concert featuring a mix of carols. Stephen Bullamore directs, and Darrell Smith accompanies.

Experience the magic of the holiday season with Carly Paoli and Friends at their annual Christmas concert. This unforgettable evening promises a delightful blend of classic carols and beloved holiday songs, performed with festive cheer and special guest appearances. It's...

Experience the magic of 'A Christmas Carol' like never before with a spectacular drone light show at Trent Bridge Stadium. Narrated by Matt Lucas, this innovative event brings the beloved festive classic to life in the night sky. Witness iconic...

Join the magic at Mansfield Palace Theatre for Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs, a spectacular pantomime adventure. Follow Snow White's journey as she evades the Wicked Queen with the help of her friends. This production promises dazzling sets, glittering...