Written by Becky K for Theatre and Tonic

Looking for a fun and festive trip out this Christmas? We’ve got you covered. See here our festival favourites in the Midlands, perfect for a family trip out, a work Christmas do, or simply to treat yourself to a night out with your friends.

The Owl Who Came for Christmas - Midlands Arts Centre, Birmingham

Join Rosie the Owl as she wakes up one day to find herself nestled in a family’s new Christmas tree. Experience the joy and wonder in this Christmas family show as Lily, Ethan, Mum and Dad discover their unexpected visitor and try to help Rosie find her way home.

🗓️: 1-28 December

🎟️: Book your tickets for The Owl Who Came For Christmas

Robin Hood - Birmingham Hippodrome

One of the most iconic panto casts in the country hits Birmingham Hippodrome this festive season. Join fashionista Gok Wan as the same, Brum’s panto favourite Matt Slack as Robin Hood, Step’s Faye Tozer as Maid Marion and X Factor winner Matt Cardle as the villainous Sheriff of Nottingham in what should be an all time classic.

🗓️: 20 December - 1 February

🎟️: Book your tickets for Robin Hood

Beauty Bangs the Beast - Blue Orange Theatre, Birmingham

Looking for something a bit different to your traditional panto? Blue Orange’s adults only panto will provide all the laughs and giggles to make the perfect night out. This hilarious, raunchy, silly and sassy show will provide as much fun as naughtiness.

🗓️: 3-7 December

🎟️: Book your tickets to Beauty Bangs The Beast

The BFG - The Royal Shakespeare Company, Stratford-Upon-Avon

This Christmas, step into a world of giants, dreams, and delight as a brand-new stage adaptation of Roald Dahl’s The BFG comes to life for the whole family. A darkly comic and mischievous new stage show will come to life with unforgettable puppetry and theatircal elements which will leave the entire family in awe.

🗓️: 25 November - 7 Feb 2026

🎟️: Book your tickets to The BFG

Cinderella - Loughborough Town Hall

The award-winning Little Wolf entertainment are back for another wonderful panto season at Loughborough Town Hall. Expect sparkling sets, slapstick and two gorgeous dames. You don’t want to miss this festive treat.

🗓️: 22 November - 4 January 2026

🎟️: Book your tickets for Cinderella

Aliens Love Panta Claus - Curve Theatre, Leicester

Christmas at the Curve brings a brand new stage show. Based off Claire Freeman and Ben Cort’s picture book, the super-charged rabble of aliens and Santa Claus will spread festive knicker cheer for all the family.

🗓️: 2 December - 4 January 2026

🎟️: Book your tickets for Aliens Love Panta Claus

The Littlelest Yak - Lakeside Arts, Nottingham

A heartwarming winter tale for all. LASTheatre’s adaptation of the popular children’s book is a celebration of being you. With beautiful puppets, catchy tunes and a lovely story, this show is an uplifting tale of self-acceptance.

🗓️: 13 December - 4 January 2026

🎟️: Book your tickets to The Littlest Yak

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