A HUGE round up of pantomimes in Hertfordshire, Christmas light switch ons, festive shopping and family days out! We are so lucky to have so many festive events to book in St Albans – what will you and your family be getting up to? Karen x
Jack and the Beanstalk Pantomime
Lavish sets, hilarious jokes, and FE-FI-FO fun!
The Alban Arena | 9th December – 2nd January 2023
St Albans Civic Centre, St Albans AL1 3LD
REVIEWED BY KAREN & SYDNEY: The Alban Arena always put on a HUGE pantomime show, it’s the one that all the local schools visit as the production and cast are brilliant. This year Jack and the Beanstalk did not disappoint for Sydney’s first ever panto.
Longer than an average show (or film) but well worth it, with Shaun Williamson of ‘Eastenders’ and ‘Extras’ featuring in this year’s production. I wish my husband had been able to make it to get picked by the hilarious Ian Kirby to be the love of the Dame Trott’s life, so funny!
A new take on the classic Jack and the Beanstalk with Zombies, one by one picking off the cast. The costumes and set were such a sight for all of the little eyes – they were transfixed. The Eric Morecambe Centre are also hosting another panto favourite ‘Cinderella’ from the 10th – 30th December. Karen x
Audley End Railway
19th November – 24th December 2022
All aboard the Santa Express, the most magical, family, Christmas experience!
Sandpit Theatre
17th December – 1st January 2023
The Ridgeway, St Albans AL4 9NX
A fun-filled, sugar-fuelled, family-friendly pantomime adventure.
Trestle Arts Base
29th December 2022
Russet Drive, St Albans, Herts, AL4 0JQ
A fascinating, funny, music-filled adventure down the rabbit hole this Christmas.
Tewinbury Farm Hotel
1st & 10th December 2022
Hertford Rd, Welwyn, AL6 0JB
Enjoy mulled wine, bubbles, minced pies and nibbles which creating!
Atria Watford
3rd – 23rd December 2022
201 Atria, Watford WD17 2UB
Children can interact and bring to life larger-than-life handmade reindeers.
Books On The Hill
Sunday 4th December 2022
1 Holywell Hill, St Albans AL1 1ER
All aboard the Polar Express… next stop the North Pole! Suitable for Children aged 4+
Active Training World
4th December 2022
Cassiobury Park, Watford, WD18 7LG
Support Watford Mencap on the Fun Run, 5k or 10k. 30% off above!
Farr Brew
From 2nd December 2022
The Courtyard, Samuels Farm, Coleman Green Lane, AL4 8ER
Mini bar and festive music – many dates!
St Albans BID
Now until 22nd December 2022
Town Hall, St Peter’s Street, AL1 3DH
Find all the nutcrackers hidden around the beautiful city of St Albans.
Willows Activity Farm
19th November – 24th December 2022
Santa will give you a key to his Toy Shop where they can choose any gift from the hundreds stacked from floor to ceiling.
Frosts Woburn Sands
12th November – 24th December 2022
It’s time to see the big man himself… you will have individual family time with Santa and his elves in his cosy living room.
Paradise Wildlife Park
3rd – 24th December 2022
Entry to Santa’s Grotto is included with your day tickets in a beautiful grotto based at our Safari Stage.
Eric Morecambe Centre
10th December – 30th December 2022
Leyton Rd, Rothamsted AL5 2FR
Full of magic, laughter, audience participation and spectacular surprises.
The Drill Hall
10th December – 1st January 2023
The Drill Hall, Ware, SG12 9HP
Half a String bring their breathtaking puppetry, striking set, and captivating storytelling
St Albans Cathedral
14th December – 3.00pm
St Albans AL1 1BY
The money raised from this concert will go to The Hospice of St Francis.
John Lewis Welwyn
15th November – 21st December 2022
Plant a magic bean that turns into your very own mini Christmas tree you can decorate.
Burston Garden Centre
19th November – 24th December 2022
Meet Santa’s elves at the entrance to the grotto and walk through a magical world.
Audley End Railway
19th November – 24th December 2022
All aboard the Santa Express, the most magical, family, Christmas experience!
