Festive & New Year What's On Guide

Here is your weekly guide to What's On in the local area over Christmas and New Year.

A Christmas Carol

A musical adaptation of the Charles Dickens classic tale, featuring toe-tapping music, festive fun and a touch of Christmas magic for the whole family.

Until December 31 – Daily shows except Sundays, times vary, The Dukes, Lancaster

Lancaster on Ice

The outdoor ice-skating rink is back!

Daily until January 7 (except Christmas Day), Dalton Square, Lancaster

Sleeping Beauty

By Lancaster Footlights. The classic story is enhanced by fantastic musical numbers, dancing, dazzling costumes and audience participation.

Until Saturday December 30, various dates and times, Lancaster Grand

Lancaster Comedy Club

Sets from Scott Bennett, Paul Tonkinson and MC Stephen Bailey.

Friday December 29, 7:30pm & 9pm, Borough, Dalton Square

The Marley Experience

The Ultimate Bob Marley tribute with all the classics including One Love, Three Little Birds, No Woman No Cry, Iron Lion Zion, I Shot the Sheriff, and more. Support from Gabriella & Jasmine T.

Saturday December 30, doors 7pm, Kanteena

Sanctuary

Hardcore, trance & Old Skool, headlined by Ultrabeat (had a huge hit with Pretty Green Eyes), with Ian Redman & MC Cover, plus many more.

Sunday December 31, doors 6pm, Kanteena

Corrosion – A very goth New Years Eve 

Get ready to ring in the new year with a bang with a goth Masquerade Ball! Dress up in your best goth attire (optional) and enjoy an unforgettable night of music, dancing, and fun. 

Sunday December 31, 8pm, Alhambra Live

All That Glitters Party

Music from Kay Ahern, plus a soul & Motown disco.

Sunday December 31 from 7pm, The Trimpell

Rob Heron & The Tea Pad Orchestra

The lively and fun band and will bring in the New Year in style with a mix of Western Swing, Blues, Country, Rock & Roll, Soul and more.

Sunday December 31, 8:30pm, Zeffirellis, Ambleside

Fred Binley and Friends

A set from the North-West based singer and pianist.

Friday January 5, 8:30pm, Zeffirellis, Ambleside

Mike Smith Quartet

An evening of jazz from the popular group.

Saturday January 6, 8:30pm, Zeffirellis, Ambleside