Illustration of two toy nutcrackers and a snowman on a small stage with red curtains and tiny trees, watched by an audience (Elf The Musical)

Elf The Musical

Audiences follow Buddy, a human raised by elves at the North Pole, as he journeys to New York City to search for his birth father. The production brings the festive story to life with catchy musical numbers, dazzling choreography, and colourful costumes. Visitors can also experience magical stage moments and participate in an audience snowball fight.

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Plan Your Visit

When

Tickets

£26.50–£33.50.

Hours

11 Dec: 9:30am and 7:00pm; 12 and 13 Dec: 10:30am and 3:30pm; 16 and 18 Dec: 1:00pm and 7:00pm; 19 Dec: 1:00pm and 7:00pm; 20 Dec: 10:30am and 3:30pm; 22 Dec: 1:00pm and 7:00pm; 23 and 24 Dec: 10:30am and 3:30pm; 26 Dec: 1:00pm; 27 Dec: 10:30am and 3:30pm.

Ages

Recommended for ages 6+

Food & Drink

Drinks from the Café & Bar may be taken into the auditorium; outside food and beverages are not permitted.

Accessibility

Wheelchair bookings and access requests can be arranged through the Box Office.

Going?

Location

Trinity Theatre · Church Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN1 1JP Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ (4/5)

Best For

Families with children aged 6 and over

Vibe

Festive and feel-good

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Low

Tips & Advice

  • Book an available performance early; the 9:30am show on 11 December is marked sold out, with a waitlist offered.
  • Buy drinks from the Café & Bar if you want refreshments during the show, as those drinks may be taken into the auditorium.
  • Leave outside food and beverages at home, since neither is permitted inside for this performance.
  • Wheelchair users should call the Box Office Monday to Saturday, 10am–3pm, to arrange bookings and discuss specific access requests.
  • Allow around 2 hours 30 minutes for the performance, so factor its length into plans for the rest of your day.

Links & Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Elf The Musical suitable for?

It is suitable for a general audience and recommended for ages six and up.

How long is the performance?

The running time is two hours and thirty minutes.

Should I book ahead, and are any performances sold out?

Booking is available for the listed performances. The morning performance on December 11 is sold out, with a waitlist available.

Can I get food or drinks at the theatre?

The Café & Bar serves refreshments. Drinks purchased there can be taken into the auditorium; outside food and beverages are not permitted.

How can I arrange wheelchair access or make another access request?

Contact the Box Office about specific access requests, including wheelchair bookings.

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