
London’s best Christmas shows for families.

Elf The Musical
85%
258 ratings
A colourful, high-energy Christmas musical about Buddy the Elf spreading festive cheer across London. Packed with songs, comedy, and family fun for all ages.

Ballet Shoes
93%
89 ratings
Three sisters chase their dreams in this warm, uplifting stage adaptation set during the holidays. A gentle, family-friendly story perfect for younger theatregoers.

Christmas by Candlelight - The Actors' Church
95%
103 ratings
Step into a glowing, atmospheric space filled with candlelight and classic Christmas carols that make the season feel calm, magical, and nostalgic.

Christmas Carol Goes Wrong
A chaotic, laugh-out-loud retelling of Dickens’s classic where everything goes hilariously off the rails. Festive slapstick fun for families and children.

The Nutcracker - St. Martin's
91%
26 ratings
A festive, funny, non-ballet Nutcracker full of music, mischief, and imaginative fun for families.

The Gruffalo's Child
Follow a curious creature through the snowy woods in this charming, song-filled adventure that keeps little ones giggling from start to finish.

A Christmas Carol - A Ghost Story
95%
22 ratings
A moving, atmospheric retelling of Dickens’s classic filled with ghosts, redemption, and Christmas spirit — a powerful seasonal show families love.

The Red Shoes
92%
53 ratings
Stylish and heartfelt, this reimagined fairytale blends striking visuals with a timeless story that lingers long after the curtain call.

Jack and the Beanstalk - Family
Giant laughs, silly songs, and audience shouts make this classic panto a perfect family outing for younger theatregoers.

Maddie Moate’s Very Curious Christmas
92%
30 ratings
Curiosity takes center stage in this interactive holiday show that mixes learning, laughter, and festive cheer for little explorers.