The UK’s festive event calendar for Christmas 2025 is already opening up, with early ticket sales launching for must-see experiences. Here’s a roundup of what’s on offer—covering immersive family journeys, traditional pantomimes, magical gardens, festive choirs, and more.
LaplandUK: The Ultimate Immersive Christmas Experience
LaplandUK, known as the “Glastonbury of Christmas events,” has expanded to two locations in 2025—Ascot and Manchester.
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Ticket prices range from £60 to £195 per person, with premiums for weekends and dates closer to Christmas.
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The on-sale date was 31 March 2025, with a virtual waiting room opening at 10 a.m. and booking from midday.
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The experience runs from 8 November to 24 December 2025.
LaplandUK offers a theatrical journey—including meeting Father Christmas, making gingerbread, ice-skating, and receiving invitation parcels and keepsakes.
Christmas at Kew: Enchanted Gardens by Night
Christmas at Kew, held at Kew Gardens, London, has already put tickets on sale for its 2025 light trail, running from 14 November 2025 to 6 January 2026.
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Prices are split between peak and off-peak, with exclusive discounts available for Kew members.
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Tickets are selling fast—weekend and mid-December slots are nearly sold out, with standard rates from around £31 adult and £18 child.
Weardale Railway’s Santa Express
The beloved Santa Express returns to the Weardale Railway this Christmas, operating from 21 November to 24 December 2025.
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Ffamily-friendly train journeys typically range between £10–£30, so early bird rates are expected to follow that general pattern. This is worth checking closer to ticket release.
Crieff Hydro’s Festive Extravaganza in Scotland
At Crieff Hydro in Perthshire, families can enjoy:
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A 200 m² ice rink (tickets from £5),
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A Santa’s Grotto (with relaxed sessions too), and
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A full pantomime of Sleeping Beauty.
Events run from 30 November 2025 to 4 January 2026, and tickets are already available via the resort’s website.
West End & London Theatre Highlights
Elf the Musical – Aldwych Theatre, London
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Opens 28 October 2025, running until 3 January 2026.
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Ticket prices start from £40. London Box Office
A Christmas Carol – The Old Vic
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Playing through early January 2026; tickets on 23 December are priced from £49. London Box Office
Sleeping Beauty Pantomime – London Palladium
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Scheduled from 6 December 2025.
Together at Christmas – Charity Concert in London
Together at Christmas 2025, hosted by The Sick Children’s Trust at St Marylebone Parish Church, runs 3 December 2025 from 6:30–8:30 p.m.
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Tickets:
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Adults: £30.50 (incl. £3 fee)
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Children: £14.25 (incl. £1.75 fee)
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Family (2 adults + 2 children): £71.13 (incl. fees)
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Concession: £22.38 (incl. £2.38 fee) Eventbrite
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No Christmas At Beaulieu is Complete without a Christmas Tree
– and you will be spoilt for choice by the 20ft centrepiece dressed in the Harlequin theme and shocking pink faux creation, with jewelled fruits and gemstone-inspired decorations.
Tickets to A Palace House Christmas are now on sale – use code EARLYBIRD15 to enjoy 15% off admission tickets before August 31st.
Be the first to experience the festive spectacle of A Palace House Christmas when it opens from Saturday 29th November – Sunday 4th January (excluding Christmas Day).
A Palace House Christmas – a magical journey through the story of pantomime is included in a ticket to Beaulieu, which also includes entry to the National Motor Museum, new exhibition We Had One Of Those, fun adventure playground Little Beaulieu, 13th century Beaulieu Abbey, the Secret Army Exhibition, unlimited rides on the tree-top monorail and beautiful grounds and gardens.
Early-Bird and Discount Deals: Trading Platforms & Booking Offers
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Ascot Christmas Fair 2025: A Wowcher deal offers two tickets for £4 (90% off from £10; includes free parking, indoor venue, November 13–16). Wowcher