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December 2024

A Christmas Carol at Tobacco Factory Theatre

December 20 – 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
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An event every day that begins at 7:30 pm, repeating until 5th January 2025

An event every week that begins at 2:30 pm on Sunday, repeating until 4th January 2025

Tobacco Factory, Raleigh Road, Southville
Bristol, BS3 1TF United Kingdom
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£11

Hard-hearted Ebenezer Scrooge hates the season of goodwill. Until a visit from three spirits one Christmas Eve makes him rethink his life choices, experiences and attitudes. A hilarious, tender, idiotic and musical two-man adaptation in a festive feast. Suitable for ages 12+ years.

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Winter Wonderland at Wookey Hole

December 21 – 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
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An event every day that begins at 9:30 am, repeating until 24th December 2024

Wookey Hole Caves, The Mill
Wookey Hole,, BA5 1BA United Kingdom
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Enjoy three magical Christmas experiences at Winter Wonderland - explore enchanting caves lit by 100,000 lights, visit Santa's North Pole Grotto for a special gift, and enjoy a Grinch-inspired Christmas circus show in the Theatre.

Find out more »

Jack and the Beanstalk at the Redgrave Theatre

December 21 – 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
|Recurring Event (See all)

An event every day that begins at 10:00 am, repeating until 5th January 2025

Redgrave Theatre, Percival Road
Bristol, BS83LE United Kingdom
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£17 – £19

Get ready to roar with laughter and cheer our hero Jack on his magical journey to Cloudland as he battles to save his best friend Daisy the Cow! As always there’ll be spectacular scenery, dazzling costumes, amazing special effects and lots of audience participation.

Find out more »

Fishmas Families at Bristol Aquarium

December 21 – 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
|Recurring Event (See all)

An event every day that begins at 10:00 am, repeating until 5th January 2025

Bristol Aquarium, Anchor Road
Bristol, Somerset BS1 5TT United Kingdom
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Meet Charlie the Christmas Clownfish (Santa’s underwater representative) this Christmas and write a ‘fishmas’ letter to Santa too.

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Find the Flock at Bristol Zoo Project

December 21 – 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
|Recurring Event (See all)

An event every day that begins at 10:00 am, repeating until 12th January 2025

Bristol Zoo Project, Blackhorse Hill
Bristol, BS10 7TP. United Kingdom
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Family art trail to find twelve ewe-nique sculptures at locations across the zoo. It’s the perfect festive activity, free for visitors and packed full of baa-rilliant adventures! In collaboration with Aardman, and in partnership with global art producer, Wild in Art, each sculpture, standing at 160cm tall, has been individually designed by artists from across the region and beyond. The Christmas sculptures include: Fleece Navidad by Jessica Perrin, Snowfall Symphony by Amrit Singh and Shaun the Tree-t by Megan Heather…

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Find Your Perfect Christmas tree at Aerospace Bristol

December 21 – 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
|Recurring Event (See all)

An event every day that begins at 10:00 am, repeating until 23rd December 2024

Aerospace Bristol, Hayes Way, Patchway
Bristol, BS34 5BZ United Kingdom
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Frenchay Forestry will be selling their Christmas trees in the Aerospace Bristol car park and as a special offer, anyone who purchases a tree can claim 15% off anything in the gift shop when they show their receipt. Similarly, those who shop in the gift store can enjoy 10% off their Christmas tree by presenting their gift shop receipt.

Find out more »

Me… at Tobacco Factory Theatre

December 21 – 10:30 am - 3:30 pm
|Recurring Event (See all)

An event every day that begins at 10:30 am, repeating until 5th January 2025

Tobacco Factory, Raleigh Road, Southville
Bristol, BS3 1TF United Kingdom
+ Google Map
£12

A touching story about a parent and their love for their child. The shimmering stars and glistening snow spin around our little hero, while the mountains tower high and the wind rushes to and fro. And although baby penguin may be small his family know he’s the biggest thing of all. Suitable for age 2+ years. Performances at 1030am, 11am, 115pm and 230pm on various dates. Full details and booking online.

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The Snowman, Gruffalo and Gruffalo’s Child at Bristol Beacon

December 21 – 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Bristol Beacon, Trenchard Street
Bristol, BS15AR United Kingdom
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Annual performance of timeless classics, The Gruffalo, The Gruffalo's Child and The Snowman. The Snowman will be screened with a live symphony orchestra providing the soundtrack and 15-year-old Alice Mackenzie singing the aria ‘Walking in the Air’.

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Little Mermaid at Bristol Old Vic

December 21 – 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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An event every day that begins at 7:00 pm, repeating until 11th January 2025

Bristol Old Vic, King Street
Bristol, BS14ED United Kingdom
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£10

The Little Mermaid loves swimming, dancing and spending time with her friends. She might be different to the other sea creatures but they’re family and these waters are home. So when the sea starts to get warmer – the kelp wilting, the coral fading, she realises she has to act. The mermaid vows to protect their home and it seems a caring young man trying to restore the coral reef is just the person to help. But how much is…

Find out more »

Hansel & Gretel at Tobacco Factory Theatre

December 21 – 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
|Recurring Event (See all)

An event every day that begins at 7:00 pm, repeating until 12th January 2025

An event every week that begins at 2:00 pm on Sunday and Saturday, repeating indefinitely

Tobacco Factory, Raleigh Road, Southville
Bristol, BS3 1TF United Kingdom
+ Google Map
£11

In the middle of the cold, dark forest, Hansel and Gretel are lost and hungry. As they sit, shivering, they glimpse a tiny cottage through the trees and across the woods… a cottage unlike anything you’ve ever seen before. Its roof is made of gingerbread, the walls of chocolate cake, the door is made of boiled sweets and the windows a clear, crystalised sugary glaze. But what’s inside? Suitable for ages 5+ years.  

Find out more »

Goldilocks and the Three Bears at Bristol Hippodrome

December 21 – 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
|Recurring Event (See all)

An event every day that begins at 7:30 pm, repeating until 5th January 2025

The Bristol Hippodrome, St Augustines Parade
Bristol, Somerset BS1 4UZ United Kingdom
+ Google Map

Goldilocks' circus is under threat from an evil rival circus owner and, with the help of their friends, they need to try and save their Big Top from ruin. All seems lost until the three bears join the gang! A festive extravaganza starring Brian Conley and packed with riotous comedy, extraordinary special effects, and hair-raising stunts!

Find out more »

A Christmas Carol at Tobacco Factory Theatre

December 21 – 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
|Recurring Event (See all)

An event every day that begins at 7:30 pm, repeating until 5th January 2025

An event every week that begins at 2:30 pm on Sunday, repeating until 4th January 2025

Tobacco Factory, Raleigh Road, Southville
Bristol, BS3 1TF United Kingdom
+ Google Map
£11

Hard-hearted Ebenezer Scrooge hates the season of goodwill. Until a visit from three spirits one Christmas Eve makes him rethink his life choices, experiences and attitudes. A hilarious, tender, idiotic and musical two-man adaptation in a festive feast. Suitable for ages 12+ years.

Find out more »

Winter Wonderland at Wookey Hole

December 22 – 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
|Recurring Event (See all)

An event every day that begins at 9:30 am, repeating until 24th December 2024

Wookey Hole Caves, The Mill
Wookey Hole,, BA5 1BA United Kingdom
+ Google Map

Enjoy three magical Christmas experiences at Winter Wonderland - explore enchanting caves lit by 100,000 lights, visit Santa's North Pole Grotto for a special gift, and enjoy a Grinch-inspired Christmas circus show in the Theatre.

Find out more »

Jack and the Beanstalk at the Redgrave Theatre

December 22 – 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
|Recurring Event (See all)

An event every day that begins at 10:00 am, repeating until 5th January 2025

Redgrave Theatre, Percival Road
Bristol, BS83LE United Kingdom
+ Google Map
£17 – £19

Get ready to roar with laughter and cheer our hero Jack on his magical journey to Cloudland as he battles to save his best friend Daisy the Cow! As always there’ll be spectacular scenery, dazzling costumes, amazing special effects and lots of audience participation.

Find out more »

Fishmas Families at Bristol Aquarium

December 22 – 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
|Recurring Event (See all)

An event every day that begins at 10:00 am, repeating until 5th January 2025

Bristol Aquarium, Anchor Road
Bristol, Somerset BS1 5TT United Kingdom
+ Google Map

Meet Charlie the Christmas Clownfish (Santa’s underwater representative) this Christmas and write a ‘fishmas’ letter to Santa too.

Find out more »

Find the Flock at Bristol Zoo Project

December 22 – 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
|Recurring Event (See all)

An event every day that begins at 10:00 am, repeating until 12th January 2025

Bristol Zoo Project, Blackhorse Hill
Bristol, BS10 7TP. United Kingdom
+ Google Map

Family art trail to find twelve ewe-nique sculptures at locations across the zoo. It’s the perfect festive activity, free for visitors and packed full of baa-rilliant adventures! In collaboration with Aardman, and in partnership with global art producer, Wild in Art, each sculpture, standing at 160cm tall, has been individually designed by artists from across the region and beyond. The Christmas sculptures include: Fleece Navidad by Jessica Perrin, Snowfall Symphony by Amrit Singh and Shaun the Tree-t by Megan Heather…

Find out more »

Find Your Perfect Christmas tree at Aerospace Bristol

December 22 – 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
|Recurring Event (See all)

An event every day that begins at 10:00 am, repeating until 23rd December 2024

Aerospace Bristol, Hayes Way, Patchway
Bristol, BS34 5BZ United Kingdom
+ Google Map

Frenchay Forestry will be selling their Christmas trees in the Aerospace Bristol car park and as a special offer, anyone who purchases a tree can claim 15% off anything in the gift shop when they show their receipt. Similarly, those who shop in the gift store can enjoy 10% off their Christmas tree by presenting their gift shop receipt.

Find out more »

Me… at Tobacco Factory Theatre

December 22 – 10:30 am - 3:30 pm
|Recurring Event (See all)

An event every day that begins at 10:30 am, repeating until 5th January 2025

Tobacco Factory, Raleigh Road, Southville
Bristol, BS3 1TF United Kingdom
+ Google Map
£12

A touching story about a parent and their love for their child. The shimmering stars and glistening snow spin around our little hero, while the mountains tower high and the wind rushes to and fro. And although baby penguin may be small his family know he’s the biggest thing of all. Suitable for age 2+ years. Performances at 1030am, 11am, 115pm and 230pm on various dates. Full details and booking online.

Find out more »

Children’s Christmas Carnival at St George’s

December 22 – 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
St Georges, Great George St
Bristol, BS1 5RR United Kingdom
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£9

Interactive family-friendly carnival hosted by West End singer and actor Kat Kleve offering a fun introduction to all the instruments in the orchestra, showcasing their magic through a performance of Howard Blake’s The Snowman, narrated by John Telfer (The Archers), and conducted by Roger Huckle.

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A Christmas Carol at Tobacco Factory Theatre

December 22 – 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
|Recurring Event (See all)

An event every day that begins at 2:30 pm, repeating until 5th January 2025

An event every week that begins at 2:30 pm on Sunday, repeating until 4th January 2025

Tobacco Factory, Raleigh Road, Southville
Bristol, BS3 1TF United Kingdom
+ Google Map
£11

Hard-hearted Ebenezer Scrooge hates the season of goodwill. Until a visit from three spirits one Christmas Eve makes him rethink his life choices, experiences and attitudes. A hilarious, tender, idiotic and musical two-man adaptation in a festive feast. Suitable for ages 12+ years.

Find out more »

Hansel & Gretel at Tobacco Factory Theatre

December 22 – 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
|Recurring Event (See all)

An event every day that begins at 7:00 pm, repeating until 12th January 2025

An event every week that begins at 2:00 pm on Sunday and Saturday, repeating indefinitely

Tobacco Factory, Raleigh Road, Southville
Bristol, BS3 1TF United Kingdom
+ Google Map
£11

In the middle of the cold, dark forest, Hansel and Gretel are lost and hungry. As they sit, shivering, they glimpse a tiny cottage through the trees and across the woods… a cottage unlike anything you’ve ever seen before. Its roof is made of gingerbread, the walls of chocolate cake, the door is made of boiled sweets and the windows a clear, crystalised sugary glaze. But what’s inside? Suitable for ages 5+ years.  

Find out more »

Goldilocks and the Three Bears at Bristol Hippodrome

December 22 – 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
|Recurring Event (See all)

An event every day that begins at 7:30 pm, repeating until 5th January 2025

The Bristol Hippodrome, St Augustines Parade
Bristol, Somerset BS1 4UZ United Kingdom
+ Google Map

Goldilocks' circus is under threat from an evil rival circus owner and, with the help of their friends, they need to try and save their Big Top from ruin. All seems lost until the three bears join the gang! A festive extravaganza starring Brian Conley and packed with riotous comedy, extraordinary special effects, and hair-raising stunts!

Find out more »

A Christmas Carol at Tobacco Factory Theatre

December 22 – 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
|Recurring Event (See all)

An event every day that begins at 7:30 pm, repeating until 5th January 2025

An event every week that begins at 2:30 pm on Sunday, repeating until 4th January 2025

Tobacco Factory, Raleigh Road, Southville
Bristol, BS3 1TF United Kingdom
+ Google Map
£11

Hard-hearted Ebenezer Scrooge hates the season of goodwill. Until a visit from three spirits one Christmas Eve makes him rethink his life choices, experiences and attitudes. A hilarious, tender, idiotic and musical two-man adaptation in a festive feast. Suitable for ages 12+ years.

Find out more »

Winter Wonderland at Wookey Hole

December 23 – 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
|Recurring Event (See all)

An event every day that begins at 9:30 am, repeating until 24th December 2024

Wookey Hole Caves, The Mill
Wookey Hole,, BA5 1BA United Kingdom
+ Google Map

Enjoy three magical Christmas experiences at Winter Wonderland - explore enchanting caves lit by 100,000 lights, visit Santa's North Pole Grotto for a special gift, and enjoy a Grinch-inspired Christmas circus show in the Theatre.

Find out more »

Jack and the Beanstalk at the Redgrave Theatre

December 23 – 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
|Recurring Event (See all)

An event every day that begins at 10:00 am, repeating until 5th January 2025

Redgrave Theatre, Percival Road
Bristol, BS83LE United Kingdom
+ Google Map
£17 – £19

Get ready to roar with laughter and cheer our hero Jack on his magical journey to Cloudland as he battles to save his best friend Daisy the Cow! As always there’ll be spectacular scenery, dazzling costumes, amazing special effects and lots of audience participation.

Find out more »

Fishmas Families at Bristol Aquarium

December 23 – 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
|Recurring Event (See all)

An event every day that begins at 10:00 am, repeating until 5th January 2025

Bristol Aquarium, Anchor Road
Bristol, Somerset BS1 5TT United Kingdom
+ Google Map

Meet Charlie the Christmas Clownfish (Santa’s underwater representative) this Christmas and write a ‘fishmas’ letter to Santa too.

Find out more »

Find the Flock at Bristol Zoo Project

December 23 – 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
|Recurring Event (See all)

An event every day that begins at 10:00 am, repeating until 12th January 2025

Bristol Zoo Project, Blackhorse Hill
Bristol, BS10 7TP. United Kingdom
+ Google Map

Family art trail to find twelve ewe-nique sculptures at locations across the zoo. It’s the perfect festive activity, free for visitors and packed full of baa-rilliant adventures! In collaboration with Aardman, and in partnership with global art producer, Wild in Art, each sculpture, standing at 160cm tall, has been individually designed by artists from across the region and beyond. The Christmas sculptures include: Fleece Navidad by Jessica Perrin, Snowfall Symphony by Amrit Singh and Shaun the Tree-t by Megan Heather…

Find out more »

Find Your Perfect Christmas tree at Aerospace Bristol

December 23 – 10:00 am - 4:30 pm
|Recurring Event (See all)

An event every day that begins at 10:00 am, repeating until 23rd December 2024

Aerospace Bristol, Hayes Way, Patchway
Bristol, BS34 5BZ United Kingdom
+ Google Map

Frenchay Forestry will be selling their Christmas trees in the Aerospace Bristol car park and as a special offer, anyone who purchases a tree can claim 15% off anything in the gift shop when they show their receipt. Similarly, those who shop in the gift store can enjoy 10% off their Christmas tree by presenting their gift shop receipt.

Find out more »

Me… at Tobacco Factory Theatre

December 23 – 10:30 am - 3:30 pm
|Recurring Event (See all)

An event every day that begins at 10:30 am, repeating until 5th January 2025

Tobacco Factory, Raleigh Road, Southville
Bristol, BS3 1TF United Kingdom
+ Google Map
£12

A touching story about a parent and their love for their child. The shimmering stars and glistening snow spin around our little hero, while the mountains tower high and the wind rushes to and fro. And although baby penguin may be small his family know he’s the biggest thing of all. Suitable for age 2+ years. Performances at 1030am, 11am, 115pm and 230pm on various dates. Full details and booking online.

Find out more »

Little Mermaid at Bristol Old Vic

December 23 – 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
|Recurring Event (See all)

An event every day that begins at 7:00 pm, repeating until 11th January 2025

Bristol Old Vic, King Street
Bristol, BS14ED United Kingdom
+ Google Map
£10

The Little Mermaid loves swimming, dancing and spending time with her friends. She might be different to the other sea creatures but they’re family and these waters are home. So when the sea starts to get warmer – the kelp wilting, the coral fading, she realises she has to act. The mermaid vows to protect their home and it seems a caring young man trying to restore the coral reef is just the person to help. But how much is…

Find out more »
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