Images of Christmas Concerts choir, Santa waving, A Boy Called Christmas illustration, The Three Little pigs title treatment and a baby wearing a reindeer headband incased in purple lights and sparkles.

Celebrate Christmas at CFT

News 18 Nov 2025

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We've got stockings full of festive cheer this Christmas, with plenty on offer for everyone. From sparkling family shows to luxury wreath-making workshops, we've got something for you no matter how you like to celebrate the season. Keep reading to discover what's on.

Perfect for grown-ups:

Two older ladies stand shoulder to shoulder, holding birds on their fingers. The one on the left wears a bright red dress and the one on the left wears a red paisley printed dress. There are green Christmas trees and a cloudy sky behind them. They look glamorous, very happy and jolly.

Two Turtle Doves | Wed 26 Nov

Join two of international cabaret’s grandest dames, Dillie Keane and Barb Jungr, as they jump giblets first into the festive season. A brilliant festive outing full of glorious harmonies, musicality, emotion and fun! Extra matinee performance added due to demand.
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Luxury Festive Wreath Workshop | Thu 11 Dec

Join us for a magical afternoon of festive cheer and hands-on creativity under the expert guidance of Hannah from Whimsy’s, lead designer for the 2024 Festival of Flowers at Chichester Cathedral. Craft your own stunning Christmas wreath using a mix of seasonal foliage, seed heads, pine cones, ribbons and more.
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Sparkly red glitter fading to black

Mistletoe & Melodies | Fri 12 - Sat 13 Dec

Enjoy your three-course dinner, carefully crafted to bring the flavours of the season to your table, whilst being serenaded by West End performers singing beloved Christmas songs, beautifully accompanied by a pianist. Plus a festive glass of fizz on arrival!
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Perfect for families:

Mini Movers Christmas Party | Tue 2 Dec

Join our Early Years team as we throw a Christmas party! Expect to sing and dance to Christmas favourites, bubbles and lots of bonding time with your little ones. Each child needs a grown-up partner to enjoy the session with so be prepared to join in.
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Santa's Grotto | Sat 6 - Tue 23 Dec

Join our theatre Elves for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of their enchanting workshop before believers meet Father Christmas himself. You can take an 'elfie and little ones receive an early Christmas present to place under the tree. Best availability is now mid-week.
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The Elves Christmas Party | Wed 24 Dec

Once the sleigh is all packed up and Santa’s on his way, Sprout, Stitch and the other Elves get up to mischief – and you’re invited to join them! Explore the workshop, take an ‘elfie and pick a lucky dip present.
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Christmas shows:

Christmas Concerts

Tue 2 - Sat 6 Dec

We welcome back The Band of His Majesty’s Royal Marines Portsmouth and the uplifting voices of the Chichester Cathedral Choir for our traditional, much loved Christmas Concerts – guaranteed to leave you feeling merry and bright.

The Band of HM Royal Marines stand on the Festival Theatre stage dressed in military full dress, facing out front. Five drummers stand at the front, with the rest of the band seated behind. Behind them are five blue-lit Christmas Trees.

The Three Little Pigs

Sat 6 - Sun 28 Dec

Ages 3+

From the award-winning Stiles and Drewe (The Three Billy Goats Gruff, Honk!, Half a Sixpence) comes The Three Little Pigs – a 'very curly musical tail' that is perfect for the whole family this Christmas! This charming and witty adventure is full of catchy songs and clever rhymes, a perfect first theatre experience.

A Boy Called Christmas

Mon 15 - 31 Dec

Ages 7+

In their 40th anniversary year, Chichester Festival Youth Theatre bring their magical gifts for storytelling to another captivating Christmas production, directed by Dale Rooks (The Wind in the Willows, Hey! Christmas Tree). Discover the enthralling and magical tale that tells the true story of Father Christmas. 

Looking for gifts in the new year? Check out our Gift Guide for ideas and inspiration for the theatre lover in your life or let them decide with a Gift Voucher or Membership.

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