Christmas shows and performances
There’s so much festive entertainment to enjoy in Birmingham this season.
From theatre and music to candlelit concerts, here are some highlights to help you plan your celebrations.
Theatre
Birmingham City Centre is the home of a number of wonderful theatres. Enjoy the magic this Christmas!
For festive theatre fun at Birmingham REP, choose from:
- - a mystery packed with festive twists
- - a lively tale full of mischief and storytelling magic
Enjoy a magical mix of theatre and film at the Crescent this Christmas:
- Join Father Christmas on a mission to save the sleigh in
- Settle in for a festive cinema experience with and
For a sprinkling of family festive fun and cheer, visit the Birmingham Hippodrome to see:
- - a magical ballet performed by Birmingham Royal Ballet
- - a pantomime extravaganza!
It is a season of wonder and joy, perfect for the whole family.
Marvellous music at the Symphony Hall and the Town Hall
Spend some time at one of our iconic music venues this festive season.
There will be a huge variety of events for the whole family to enjoy, including:
- stage productions of favourite stories
- comedy shows
- a range of music, from classical to burlesque
Treat yourself to a hot chocolate or a festive Brummie Bacon Cake before settling into your seats.
To view the range of events, visit the .
Christmas music by candlelight
Candlelight concerts bring the magic of live, multi-sensory music to some of Birmingham's most beautiful venues.
These festive performances are a chance to enjoy your favourite Christmas tunes in a cosy, candlelit setting.
Get into the Christmas spirit with string-quartet renditions of seasonal favourites and soundtracks from beloved Christmas films at:
- Birmingham Cathedral St Philip's
- St Paul's Church
- the Great Hall at the University of Birmingham
- the Banqueting Suite at the Council House
Expect classical twists on familiar melodies and a chance to re-live iconic on-screen moments. These enchanting evenings are not to be missed.
For more information and to book tickets, visit .
More events
For more festive inspiration, visit our Christmas events section.
Page last updated: 16 October 2025