Preston Christmas Shows 2026

Follow Rapunzel as she dreams of escaping her tower and the wicked Gothel with the help of a dashing hero and a larger-than-life Dame. The production features comedy, toe-tapping music, dazzling costumes, and audience participation.

Preston Musical Comedy Society joins the Freckleton Brass Band for an evening filled with holiday music and festive spirit. Audiences will hear a wide range of songs, from soaring carols and traditional brass favourites to beloved festive classics and musical...

Audiences are guided room by room through the historic manor by live performers as an eerie theatrical drama unfolds. Inspired by Edith Wharton's ghost story Afterward, the production follows an American family who buy an English estate and uncover the...

Visitors attend a theatrical production presented by Stageworks Worldwide Productions and directed by Adam Slevin and Alexa Robinson. Guests watch the performance from reserved table seating or tiered block seating. School groups can also participate in talks and a magical...

Audiences follow Cinderella's rags-to-riches journey in an enchanting production featuring romance, magic, and audience participation. The show brings together live music, extravagant costumes, and comedic mischief from the Ugly Sisters and Buttons.

Audiences follow the comedic fairy-tale adventure of Sleeping Beauty brought to life with music and mischief. The production features a cast of daft characters, a wickedly funny villain, dazzling costumes, and interactive audience participation.

The concert showcases the Cathedral Choristers performing in celebration of Blackburn Cathedral's 100th Christmas. The program features popular family carols alongside works by John Rutter, choral selections from Handel's Messiah, and movements from Bach's Christmas Oratorio.

Blackburn Cathedral welcomes visitors and community groups to celebrate the festive season together. Attendees gather inside the cathedral to participate in an evening carol service.

Blackburn Cathedral hosts an evening concert highlighting two classical Christmas works. The first half presents Olivier Messiaen's organ piece 'La Nativité du Seigneur', performed by Director of Music John Robinson. After the interval, the junior Cathedral choristers perform Benjamin Britten's...

Guests enjoy a live tribute concert capturing the golden age of Las Vegas and the swing era. The performance pairs Rat Pack hits like 'My Way' and 'That’s Amore' with holiday classics like 'White Christmas' and 'Let It Snow'. Audience...

Organist Jonathan Scott presents a festive programme of seasonal music showcasing the venue's organ. Set within the Victorian splendour of Rochdale Town Hall, the concert runs without an interval. Attendees can also purchase refreshments prior to the start of the...

Based on the book by Rod Campbell, Santa and his cheeky Elf work together to find the perfect present for Sarah just in time for Christmas Eve. Designed especially for toddlers and young children, the interactive performance provides a gentle...

Visitors listen to festive brass band arrangements and participate in Christmas carol sing-alongs inside the restored manor. Ticket options include general admission or packages pairing the music with festive food, such as sandwiches or a two-course Sunday lunch accompanied by...

Led by swing music star Ray Quinn, this concert spectacular celebrates the music and tells the story of the world-famous Rat Pack. The performance features the greatest hits of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jnr, and other swing legends...

Staged by the Crime and Comedy Theatre Company, this production is set inside a radio studio where actors perform Charles Dickens' holiday classic as if for a live radio broadcast. Sound effects are created live on stage while Ebenezer Scrooge...

Peoplescape Theatre brings the traditional story to life with an imaginative twist. Audiences enjoy a family-friendly performance filled with puppetry and live music. The show features plenty of interactive participation for young viewers.

Visitors watch an accident-prone elf attempt to introduce a high-tech toy-making mega machine to Santa's workshop, only for the machine to break down. The performance features slapstick comedy, exploding gadgets, flying toys, and visual gags as the workshop descends into...

Audiences step into the Christmas spirit as a dark and spectral woman shares haunting seasonal tales of terror. Resurrecting a Victorian storytelling tradition, the performance illuminates the frailties of human nature against the bleak, wintry dark. The production is adapted...

The Crooners Christmas Special blends laugh-out-loud comedy routines, sharp one-liners, and the sounds of Big Band swing. Audiences can enjoy timeless holiday favourites made famous by artists including Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Bing Crosby, and Michael Bublé. The performance is...

Visitors join an interactive theatrical murder mystery parody set at the Secret Infiltration Defence Agency headquarters. Guests take on the role of fellow agents celebrating agent Riptone's return from deep cover before things go awry. Attendees work to infiltrate, investigate,...

Visitors enjoy a flagship comedy performance featuring headline comedians from across the UK and beyond, including regular TV personalities. The lineup features stand-up sets from Danny McLoughlin, Tony Carroll, Callum Oakley, and Bethany Black. Guests can also enjoy live music...

This Christmas, dive into the magical world of Neverland with Preston Musical Comedy Society's spectacular pantomime of Peter Pan. Follow Wendy, John, and Michael on an unforgettable adventure filled with pirates, mermaids, and the boy who never grows up. Expect...

Get ready to sleigh your way into the Christmas spirit with 'A Very Bublé Christmas,' an unforgettable evening celebrating the King of Christmas himself. This classy and heartwarming show features timeless holiday hits like 'Winter Wonderland' and 'White Christmas,' performed...

Get ready for a spectacular Christmas show as Classic Queen brings their electrifying tribute to Preston. This isn't about impersonation; it's about capturing the raw energy and iconic sound of Britain's rock royalty. Prepare for a night filled with Queen's...

Prepare for a magical Christmas journey as 'Beauty and the Beast' takes center stage at The Atkinson. This enchanting pantomime, from the creators of previous spectacular shows, promises a delightful blend of laughter, song, and dance. Follow the timeless tale...

Embark on a magical musical adventure with the aspiring elf-popstars Twinkle, Sparkle, Jingles, and Dazzle in 'Elf Pop Dreams – Christmas Cracker LIVE'. This heartwarming, interactive family show is filled with festive songs, laughter, and audience participation, as the elves...

Experience the magic of the season with the 'Spirit of Christmas – Festive Showtime Afternoon' in Blackpool. This event offers a delightful blend of live entertainment and seasonal dining, perfect for a relaxed daytime celebration. Enjoy familiar festive songs performed...

Katie Hopkins presents a Christmas special at Viva Blackpool, featuring comedy and conversation. The show includes new characters and personal stories.