In Portsmouth, there is never a shortage of things to do and Christmas time is no exception.  There is more than enough for the whole family with festive food and drink, wonderful craft markets to explore, and fun events suitable for the whole family.

This Christmas, something enchanting is happening at Spinnaker Tower that you won’t want to miss. Santa and his merry elves are bringing their toy-making workshop to the tower!  Bring the whole family and experience the Magic at Spinnaker Tower's Santa’s Toy Maker Workshop!

Each child will craft their very own cuddly toy & no visit to Santa’s workshop is complete without a visit to Santa himself! But wait, there’s more! As you explore the tower, keep an eye out for those mischievous elves. Follow their trail and discover the delightful surprises they’ve hidden along the way.

Join Santa’s elves in our Toymaker Workshop & build your cuddly toy, enjoy Christmas Game, take a trip to see Santa in his grotto and follow our Christmas trail by finding the mischievous elves hidden around the tower. Includes free hot chocolate for every child and all-day admission to Spinnaker Tower.

Book Now : https://bookings.spinnakertower.co.uk/book/christmas-tower-toymakers-workshop/346

At the King's Theatre, The PompeyPanto is back for Christmas 2024 with the ultimate tale of fame and fortune – Dick Whittington! Starring Eastenders legend Lorraine Stanley as the deliciously evil Queen Rat, Britain’s Got Talent Winner George Sampson as Dick Whittington and the ever-unpredictable Jack Edwards as Dame Dolly, who will be celebrating his tenth panto here at The Kings Theatre! Returning this year are Pompey Panto favourites, Jacob Bailey, Joe Rowntree, Imogen Bailey and Julia Worsley. Full of all the elements you’ve come to expect from the Pompey Panto including fabulous sets, dazzling costumes and foot-tapping tunes, join Dick and his Cat as they journey to London – the city where the streets are paved with gold. Toilet rolls will be thrown, baddies will be booed and Dame Dolly will still be hunting for the perfect man with her new and improved Man Cam 3000! Join in the fun and book your tickets today!

STEP INTO CHRISTMAS – Christmas Concert Spectacular 4th DEC

Step Into Christmas for the most magical show of the year. This Christmas feel-good show brings all the magic of the season to life, with all your favourite songs you will know and love!

Including – All I Want for Christmas Is You, Last Christmas, Jingle Bell Rock, Stay Another Day, Let it Snow, White Christmas, Do They Know it’s Christmas, A Winter’s Tale, Merry Xmas Everybody, and many many more!

Step into Christmas - Kings Theatre Portsmouth (kingsportsmouth.co.uk)

 THE RAT PACK AT CHRISTMAS - 5th DEC 

Worldwide Entertainment presents The Rat Pack at Christmas. Starring Stephen Triffitt as Frank Sinatra, Mark Adams as Dean Martin & George Daniel Long as Sammy Davis Jr. Featuring The Golddiggers and The Manhattan Swing Orchestra.  Direct from the West End, the original London cast returns to The Kings Theatre in its 22nd year of touring! Back by popular demand and following sell-out performances across the globe, The Definitive Rat Pack brings you an evening of festive classics, including White Christmas, Baby It’s Cold Outside, The Christmas Song and Let It Snow, plus all-time favourites including Mack the Knife, That’s Amore, Mr Bojangles and New York, New York. What better way to get into the festive spirit!

Featuring Dean Martin’s sensational Golddiggers and the internationally renowned Manhattan Swing Orchestra, this is one Christmas party not to miss…

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 THAT’ll BE THE DAY CHRISTMAS SHOW -11th DEC

Get into the festive spirit with That’ll Be The Day’s Christmas Show! Visit Portsmouth for an unforgettable evening of music and laughter where hilarious comedy sketches blend with heart-warming renditions of all your favourite Christmas songs.  Hear those well-known festive classics combine with the hits of Christmas past and present to whisk you away on a musical journey like no other. This delightful mix of music performed by a hugely talented cast, will leave you singing, dancing, and laughing; it’s the perfect way to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year.

Read More: So This Is Christmas - Kings Theatre Portsmouth (kingsportsmouth.co.uk)

 CHRISTMAS WITH ANTON DU BEKE - 18th DEC

Embark on a dazzling journey into a festive wonderland as Strictly’s one and only Anton Du Beke brightens up your Christmas with his brand new show – Christmas with Anton Du Beke! The Ballroom King and Strictly Come Dancing judge joins forces with his dynamic live band, the incomparable vocalist Lance Ellington, and a troupe of extraordinary dancers, to bring you a magical evening of music, dance and laughter.

Get into the festive spirit and book your tickets to a fab-u-lous Christmas with Anton!

Anton Du Beke - Kings Theatre Portsmouth (kingsportsmouth.co.uk) 

CHRISTMAS COMEDY AT THE KINGS  29 DEC

Join local award-winning comedian James Alderson as he introduces 3 household comedy names to The Kings Theatre stage.

Opening the show is Mock The Week regular, and star of Live At The Apollo, ahead of her nationwide tour Angela Barnes! Next up is Mock The Week Star and viral Instagram sensation fresh from his global tour, Mark Simmons! The headliner is none other than comedy legend and actor from Plebs and Friday Night Dinner Tom Rosenthal. What a way to celebrate the festive season with laughs all night set in the glorious Kings Theatre setting!

https://www.kingsportsmouth.co.uk/whatson-event/christmas-comedy-at-the-kings/