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Here is your guide to upcoming local entertainment including loads of festive events!
Lancaster on Ice
The outdoor ice-skating rink is back. A giant Ferris Wheel ride will also be returning as part of this year's festivities.
Daily until January 7 (except Xmas Day), Dalton Square, Lancaster
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
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 & times, Lancaster Grand
Rapunzel – Adult Panto
The classic tale with plenty of adult humour and inuendo. 18+. Not for the easily offended!
Until Saturday December 23 – various dates & times, Lancaster Grand
Vicky Jackson is Pink
The definitive Pink Tribute, combining all of her major hits over 20-years right up to the most recent releases.
Friday December 8, 7:30pm, The Platform, Morecambe
The Jam’d
The Uk’s most authentic and leading tribute to The Jam.
Friday December 8, doors 7pm, Kanteena, Lancaster
Steve Mason
The lead singer from 90s experimental indie band The Beta Band performs songs from his back catalogue and latest solo LP.
Friday December 8, 7:30pm, Brewery Arts Centre, Kendal
Stuart McCallum
Jazz, alt-folk and electronica from the renowned musician.
Friday December 8, 8:30pm, Zeffirellis, Ambleside
The Madchester Experience
The group recreate the iconic sounds of bands such as The Stone Roses, James, Happy Mondays, Oasis, The Verve and many more.
Saturday December 9, doors 7pm, Kanteena, Lancaster
The Ultimate 70s Christmas Show
An authentic evening of seventies classic hits delivered just as you would have heard them back in their heyday.
Saturday December 9, 7:30pm, The Platform, Morecambe
Sufjan Stevens Songs for Christmas
Hear and sing along with songs from the pioneering singer songwriter. Featuring Dot Crotchet and the Raging Harmonies.
Saturday December 9, 7:30pm, Lancaster Priory
Martin Green: Lighting the Dark ft. Laura Jurd + Ultan O’Brien
Join the Ivor Novello-winning composer on a unique journey through the music of Christmas told through folk and jazz.
Saturday December 9, 7:30pm, Brewery Arts Centre, Kendal
Neil C. Young Trio
Tunes from their 'Re-Works' project – generating new versions of classic songs.
Saturday December 9, 8:30pm, Zeffirellis, Ambleside
Family Fiesta: Christmas Party Bonanza
With the fabulous live band Thingumajigs, plus Santa’s Grotto, facepainting, workshops and more.
Sunday December 10, 1-4pm, Kanteena, Lancaster
MORE FESTIVE EVENTS
Santa's Workshop Experience - daily until December 22, Lakeland Maze Farm Park, Sedgwick, Kendal (bookings only)
Lancaster City Brass in Concert – the local brass band perform at Lancaster Brewery on Wed December 6. All proceeds go to The Bay Information Hub. Tickets £8 through lancastercitybrass.com
Wyresdale Park Wonderland and markets - Scorton, nr Garstang. Sunday December 10. 10-4.
Beaumont Christmas Fair – Saturday December 9, 11am-2pm at Beaumont College, Slyne Road. Stalls, tombola, Santa’s Grotto and more. Hosted by Beyond Radio’s Luke Stutchbury and Jonathan Pearson.
Artisan Christmas Fair – Sunday December 10, 11am-3pm at St Paul’s Church, Scotforth. Entry £2 per adult.
Heysham Village Christmas Market – Sat/Sun Dec 9/10 on Royal Hotel car park, 12-6pm
The Big Christmas Day Out - a fun filled activity packed day of Christmas adventure held in the beautiful Williamson Park. Under the Christmas Domes and Tepees there is a whole host of activities for kids and grown ups alike. Sat/Sun Dec 16/17.
Christmas markets - Sunday December 10, 11am, George and Dragon, St George's Quay, Lancaster