Book theatre tickets to festive shows in Winchester this Christmas
For some people, Christmas is all about the festive films, while for others the season doesn't feel complete without a trip to a Christmas market or a winter light trail. If Christmas for you means theatre tickets are a must, you're in luck as Winchester has plenty of festive productions on this November and December. Keep reading for family-friendly plays, traditional pantos and grown-up festive murder mysteries taking place in Winchester this Christmas.
Updated: November 2025
Puss in Boots
A traditional family Christmas panto (oh no it isn't! oh yes it is!), Puss in Boots will charm theatregoers of all ages. The show, which has a run time of around two hours, is full of paw-some gags, original songs and loads of audience participation.
Puss in Boots at Theatre Royal Winchester. 29 November - 4 January.
A Winter's Tale
The snow is falling and the solstice is approaching. Ratty is getting ready. But will her friends make it through the snow to the winter woodland revels? There’ll be excitement, adventure, play-acting, games, music, a splattering of silliness and lots of snow in this show which lasts 1 hour (including a stay and play session) for ages 2+ and their grown-ups.
A Winter's Tale at The Nutshell, Winchester. 5 December.
The Nutcracker and The Mouse King
Packed with action, humour, and holiday magic, this dazzling tale, inspired by E.T.A. Hoffmann’s classic fairy tale is brought to life by Winchester's Discarded Nut Youth Theatre in a way that will delight, surprise, and enchant audiences aged 6 and up!
The Nutcracker and The Mouse King at The Nutshell, Winchester. 11 - 14 December.
Murder at the Grange
A Christmas murder mystery performed in the style of a BBC radio drama, with added original festive songs. Blending the classic conventions of the Whodunnit with the traditions of Christmas, it’s an afternoon of murder, mince pies and mistletoe. 18+
Murder at the Grange at The Arc. 12 December.
Pinocchio
The Travelling Players tell the enchanting tale of a talented clock maker, who with no child of his own, carves from wood, a puppet of a boy. Pinocchio, full of life, curiosity and mischief, desperate to fit into the world, leads his father on a merry dance. Expect live music, puppetry and a dash of nonsense from this family-friendly play.
Pinocchio at The Arc. 20 December.
Santa's Christmas Party
Help get Santa’s Christmas Party back on track in an adventure full of fun, festive songs and party games. Then meet Santa at his home in the North Pole, where every child will receive a special present from him, after the most Christmassy Christmas show ever
Santa's Christmas Party at Theatre Royal Winchester. 22 December.
Oldilocks and the 3 Bears
Oldilocks finds a teddy bear in the park and remembers a delicious bowl of porridge she tasted years ago in the woods. Something else happened but she can’t quite remember what… so she sets off for the forest. Will she find the bears' house and what will happen then? This 45-minute show will delight children between the ages of 3 and 7.
Oldilocks and the 3 Bears at The Arc. 22 December.
Under the Frozen Moon
Travel to Lunavik this Twixmas, where a greedy dragon has gobbled every fire and light, leaving only the white glow of the frozen moon. With lively poetry, transforming sets, atmospheric live music and exciting puppetry; Under the Frozen Moon brings to life a beautiful world of ice and adventure. Recommended for ages 3 and above.
Under the Frozen Moon at The Nutshell, Winchester. 28 - 31 December.
