Rochdale Christmas Shows 2026

The Brighouse & Rastrick Brass Band presents an evening concert of holiday music at Rochdale Town Hall. Attendees gather to hear live brass performances played by the world-famous band.

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...

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.

Guests gather inside Manchester Cathedral for a festive evening of Christmas music hosted by broadcast journalist Michelle Eagleton. The concert features performances from a variety of musicians, choirs, bands, and singing groups in support of cancer care and treatment.

Visitors sing alongside the cathedral's choir during an evening of carols. The festive gathering welcomes all ages for communal holiday singing.

Audiences can experience a screening of Raymond Briggs' beloved animated film The Snowman accompanied live by the Yorkshire Imperial Band. Every note of Howard Blake's score is played in real time, with a guest vocalist joining the brass band to...

Crown Ballet brings its production of Tchaikovsky's timeless holiday classic to the stage. Audiences follow young Marie as her Nutcracker doll transforms into a prince and guides her through magical battles, falling snowflakes, and the sparkling Kingdom of Sweets. The...

The village of Dibley comes to life on stage in this festive theatrical comedy. Audiences will watch familiar characters navigate classic storylines alongside a wonderfully disastrous nativity.

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.

Dickens Theatre Company presents an authentic adaptation of the classic festive story as part of their Revision on Tour programme. Audiences watch as the character of Charles Dickens and his tour manager, George Dolby, take on the challenge of portraying...

This feel-good Christmas concert brings the holiday season to life with a full live band, festive visuals, and dynamic performances. The setlist features a mix of beloved Christmas classics, from heartwarming ballads to upbeat seasonal anthems. Audiences are invited to...

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...

The Piccadilly Sinfonietta performs a festive classical concert by candlelight in St Ann's Church. The musical programme features Vivaldi's The Four Seasons performed alongside a guest violin soloist. Attendees will also hear Corelli's Christmas Concerto, Pachelbel's Canon in D, Elgar's...

Mat Jones brings the Charles Dickens festive tale to life in a solo theatrical performance. The one-man production presents an adaptation of the classic Christmas story on stage.

Prepare for a dazzling winter spectacle as the 'Firebird' Ice Show returns to Manchester. This captivating performance merges the grace of ice skating with the thrill of circus arts, telling the story of Irina's quest to recover the mystical Firebird's...