Festive What's On Guide W/C December 2

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