It’s not Christmas without a festive-filled show, which is why we’re delighted to see the curtain rise in all our established Blackpool venues to give us a sprinkling of joyful magic from the stage.
Here’s a list of all the Christmas pantomimes and shows set to take place in Blackpool in the coming weeks:
Magnify at The Blackpool Tower Circus
10 December, 2024
Join MAGNIFY at Blackpool Tower for a spectacular celebration of Christmas carols in one of the UK’s most iconic locations. This joyful event brings together a thousand voices, local dignitaries, and the Salvation Army band from Blackpool Citadel to kick off the festive season in style.
Experience the magic as popular carols fill the Tower’s stunning circus arena, accompanied by nativity readings from church leaders across Lancashire, reminding us of the season’s true spirit.
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Cinderella
6 December, 2024 – 5 January, 2025 at Blackpool Grand Theatre
Blackpool Grand Theatre is staging a production of ‘Cinderella: The Pantomime’ throughout the festive season. Get ready for a Christmas cracker full of family fun with their fantastic festive production.
The classic show is a mystical reimagining of the timeless children’s story, telling the tale of a girl called Cinderella with a Wicked Stepmother and two spoiled stepsisters. Blackpool beauty, Charlotte Dawson, joins the cast as the Glamorous Stepmother with more cast announcements expected soon.
Featuring Britain’s Got Talent finalist, Steve Royle and much-loved actress, Hayley Tamaddon, get ready to be whisked away to a fantasy world following Cinderella's adventure from rags to riches. Cheer, boo, and clap your way through the show and enjoy this real winter warmer. You shall go to the pantomime this Christmas!
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Aladdin
23 November - 24 December 2024 at Pleasure Beach Resort Globe Theatre
Pleasure Beach Resort is set to stage a production of ‘Aladdin: The Pantomime’ in the run up to Christmas.
The show will be a mystical reimagining of the timeless children’s book, telling the story of a streetwise boy whose life is never the same after finding a mysterious lamp at the market with hidden powers.
West End and Wicked star, Ian Oswald, takes on the role of the evil Abanazar in Aladdin, joining TV personality Charlotte Dawson and Emmerdale actress Kelsey-Beth Crossley on the stage, alongside talented local performers Sarah Ward and Ashley Luke Lloyd, both from Blackpool
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Chitty Chitty Bang Bang
10 December – 29 December at Winter Gardens Blackpool
Based on Ian Fleming’s timeless story for children and later made into the famous 1968 film, get comfy for a wild ride in Chitty Chitty Bang Bang at Winter Gardens Blackpool. Meet absent-minded inventor Caractacus Potts who restores a broken-down old racing car with the help of his children, Jemima and Jeremy.
Soon, the family discover the car has magical powers, and along with the delectable Truly Scrumptious and Grandpa Potts, they end up on a fantastical adventure to far off lands.
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VIVA The Santa Adventure
16 December - 24 December at VIVA Blackpool
Have you got what it takes to become an elf for the day and help Santa save Christmas? With Santa losing his jolly laugh, which also powers the sleigh to deliver presents, the elves start to worry and think Christmas is ruined…Then they devise a cunning plan and recruit help from the children in the audience and together they solve clues to find a way to save Christmas!
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VIVA Christmas Party Nights
Dates throughout November and December at VIVA Blackpool
Starring Leye D Johns, the comedy host, and the Viva cast of incredible singers, dancers and special guests for a packed festive night of fun. Sing along to all the Christmas classics at the top of your voice, dance to the best classic chart hits! Also, don't miss the after show party where the bars remain open, the music turned up and the dancefloor open to party into the late hours!
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One Night Only Christmas Party Night
Saturday 14 & Saturday 21 December at Winter Gardens Blackpool
Due to popular demand, the One Night Only Christmas Party at the Winter Gardens Blackpool is back for 2024. Sit back and let the Winter Gardens work their magic so you can party in style this festive season.
Enjoy an arrival drink of bubbly before taking your seats for a sumptuous and delightful three-course Christmas meal. The evening’s entertainment will take you on a musical journey with the incredible vocalists and entertainers, Midnight Soul Sisters. Together, they will cover classics from Motown, Northern Soul, Disco, Modern Pop and much more.
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High Jinx Christmas Show The Blackpool Tower Circus
Weekends and selected dates
If panto isn't your thing but you love a good laugh, head to The Blackpool Tower Circus for High Jinx's Illusion Show.
The world-class contemporary variety show, created by award-winning illusionist and magician Michael Jordan, brings together 90 minutes of sensational tricks, illusions, juggling, escapology and much more to The Blackpool Tower Circus.
Weekends through December | Adult: £12 | Children: £9
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Christmas Party Nights at the Village Hotel.
All you need for Christmas is a party at the Village Hotel. For a fun-filled calendar of festive events right the way through December including, Festive Boogie Bingo, Breakfast with Santa, Sing-along festive lunches…and more!
Selected dates through December.
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