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November 2026

20 NOV

Anthony Toner at Down Arts Centre, Downpatrick

Fri 20 Nov 2026 📍 Northern Ireland Ticketed

The acclaimed Northern Irish singer-songwriter and guitarist plays an intimate concert in Downpatrick's characterful Down Arts Centre, a former town hall in the heart of St Patrick's country.

20 NOV

Blair Castle Christmas Market, Blair Atholl

Fri 20 Nov 2026 – Sun 22 Nov 2026 📍 Perth £4 adults, under-16s free

A tented Christmas market in the grounds of Blair Castle in Highland Perthshire, with gift stalls and festive food, open 10am to 4pm each day. Castle entry is extra if you want to tour inside.

20 NOV

Christmas Gothic

Fri 20 Nov 2026 📍 Southport

Festive theatrical production at The Atkinson.

20 NOV

Derry Christmas Lights Switch On 2026

Fri 20 Nov 2026 📍 Londonderry Free

Santa leads a magical procession through Derry's streets, switching on the city's Christmas lights.

20 NOV

Ed Patrick: Numb and Number, Newport

Fri 20 Nov 2026 📍 Visit Isle of Wight Ticketed

Stand-up comedy from Ed Patrick in Newport.

20 NOV

Exeter Winter Wonderland, Northernhay Gardens

Fri 20 Nov 2026 – Sun 3 Jan 2027 📍 South Devon Varies

Rides, an ice-skating-style festive fairground and seasonal food in Northernhay Gardens, running from late November into the New Year.

20 NOV

Gary Delaney: comedy show

Fri 20 Nov 2026 📍 Visit Isle of Wight

Stand-up comedy performance at Shanklin Theatre.

20 NOV

Ilfracombe Legends of Rock 2026

Fri 20 Nov 2026 – Mon 23 Nov 2026 📍 Woolacombe and Mortehoe Ticketed

A long weekend of loud rock tribute and original acts at North Devon Resort in Ilfracombe, drawing rock fans for back-to-back live sets and a lively party atmosphere by the coast.

20 NOV

International Classical Series: Alexander Ullman, The Flavel

Fri 20 Nov 2026 📍 Dartmouth Ticketed

Pianist Alexander Ullman performs in The Flavel's International Classical Series, bringing a concert-hall recital to an intimate Dartmouth venue.

20 NOV

Lincoln Castle Illuminated

Fri 20 Nov 2026 – Wed 23 Dec 2026 📍 Lincoln From £4

The castle grounds are lit up after dark through the run-up to Christmas, with a wall-walk upgrade for views over the cathedral and city.

20 NOV

Mablethorpe Scooter Rally

Fri 20 Nov 2026 📍 Lincolnshire Coast Check website

Annual scooter rally based at Haven's Golden Sands Holiday Park, Mablethorpe, with live bands.

20 NOV

Nottingham Castle Christmas

Fri 20 Nov 2026 – Thu 31 Dec 2026 📍 Nottinghamshire Ticketed

Nottingham Castle grounds host a festive Christmas trail and seasonal events through the winter period.

20 NOV

Pink Tribute: P!nk-!sh, The Woodville

Fri 20 Nov 2026 📍 Gravesend Ticketed

A high-energy tribute to P!nk led by Calli Malpas, recreating her stage costumes, choreography and big vocals for a lively Friday night out at Gravesend's main theatre.

20 NOV

Russell Watson, Stourbridge Town Hall

Fri 20 Nov 2026 📍 Dudley Ticketed

Classical-crossover tenor Russell Watson performs an evening of operatic favourites and popular songs in the intimate setting of Stourbridge Town Hall.

20 NOV

Sleeping Beauty family pantomime, Waterfront Studio

Fri 20 Nov 2026 – Sun 10 Jan 2027 📍 Belfast £17 - £22

A modern, music-filled retelling of the classic fairytale at the Waterfront Studio, with comedy and audience participation. A cosy alternative to the big-theatre panto, with relaxed and sensory-friendly performances.

20 NOV

Snow White, Oxford Playhouse Pantomime 2026

Fri 20 Nov 2026 – Sun 3 Jan 2027 📍 Oxfordshire Ticketed

Oxford Playhouse's Christmas pantomime for 2026 is Snow White, running from late November into the new year. Traditional festive family entertainment at one of the city's best-known theatres.

20 NOV

Stone Foundation, Norwich Arts Centre

Fri 20 Nov 2026 📍 Norfolk From £26

The soul and groove band Stone Foundation bring their Paul Weller-approved sound to a live show at Norwich Arts Centre.

20 NOV

The Manfreds

Fri 20 Nov 2026 📍 Scarborough

Live music performance from 1960s hitmakers The Manfreds.

20 NOV

Thornbridge Estate Christmas Market

Fri 20 Nov 2026 – Sun 6 Dec 2026 📍 Peak District

A Christmas shopping market around Thornbridge Hall's Carriage House and courtyard.

20 NOV

Vivaldi's Four Seasons by Candlelight

Fri 20 Nov 2026 📍 Newcastle upon Tyne

Candlelit orchestral performance at Newcastle Cathedral.

20 NOV

WCB Comedy Special: Shappi Khorsandi, Reginald D Hunter and Bob Mills

Fri 20 Nov 2026 📍 Great Yarmouth

A stand-up comedy showcase featuring three well-known comedians.

20 NOV

Wild Lights at Wingham Wildlife Park

Fri 20 Nov 2026 – Sun 3 Jan 2027 📍 Dover, White Cliffs Country Ticketed

After dark, Wingham Wildlife Park becomes an illuminated winter trail winding through its grounds. Tickets are limited per evening, so book ahead for this festive family outing near Sandwich.

20 NOV

Winter Lights at The Alnwick Garden

Fri 20 Nov 2026 – Sun 3 Jan 2027 📍 Northumberland

Illuminated garden light displays in the evening at The Alnwick Garden.

20 NOV

Woolpack Wine & Cheese Weekend, Eskdale

Fri 20 Nov 2026 – Sun 22 Nov 2026 📍 Cumbria - Go Lakes Varies

A weekend at the remote Woolpack Inn in Eskdale offering over 30 wines by the glass, a cheese bar and live music, set amid the western Lake District fells.