🎄 Christmas In Tamworth 2026
Discover Christmas events and festive activities across Tamworth and the surrounding area.
From Christmas shows and Santa experiences to festive markets, Christmas lights, family attractions and seasonal days out, we’ll bring you the latest confirmed events, dates, ticket prices and booking information.
Last updated: 6 October 2026
🎭 The Tamworth Panto — Dick Whittington
Wednesday 23 December 2026 – Sunday 17 January 2027
📍 Tamworth Assembly Rooms, Corporation Street, Tamworth, B79 7DN
Tamworth’s favourite pantomime adventure returns this Christmas as Dick Whittington and his Cat leave Tamworth behind in search of fame and fortune in London.
Along the way Dick meets Betty Bourbon, Idle Jack and Alice Fitzwarren, before crossing paths with the dastardly King Rat and his army of rotten rodents. Soon they’re heading for the high seas in an adventure packed with comedy, magic, audience participation and all the ingredients of a traditional Tamworth panto.
The production is written by Sam Beech and co-produced with Tamworth Assembly Rooms, with the much-loved Tamworth Panto Band returning too. Tamworth Assembly Rooms
Performance times: Various throughout the run
Tickets: Prices vary by performance
Booking fee: £3 per transaction. Tamworth Assembly Rooms
🩰 Crown Ballet – The Nutcracker
Wednesday 18 November 2026
📍 Tamworth Assembly Rooms, Corporation Street, Tamworth, B79 7DN
Begin the festive season with the magic of The Nutcracker, as Crown Ballet returns to Tamworth with the much-loved Christmas classic.
Set to Tchaikovsky’s enchanting score, the production follows Marie, her Nutcracker and the mysterious Drosselmeier on a magical adventure, brought to life through classical ballet, beautiful choreography and a timeless story suitable for audiences of all ages. Tamworth Assembly Rooms
Tamworth Assembly Rooms – What’s On
🎅 Tamworth Christmas Fun Run 2026
Sunday 13 December 2026 — 11am
📍 Tamworth Castle Grounds
Get into the festive spirit with Tamworth’s annual Christmas Fun Run, a fun-filled 5km route around the Castle Grounds for all ages and abilities.
There’s no pressure to race — participants can run, walk, skip or dance their way around the course. Everyone taking part receives a Santa hat and a medal, and festive fancy dress and Christmas jumpers are very much encouraged. 🎅
This year’s event supports MIND and Heart of Tamworth and is sponsored by Specsavers Tamworth. Tamworth Borough Council
Entry:
Ages 12+ — £10
Ages 5–11 — £5 (must be accompanied by an adult)
Under 5s — FREE (ticket still required and must be accompanied). Tamworth Borough Council
Christmas Fun Run – official information and booking
🎅 Santa’s Christmas Castle
Saturday 12, Sunday 13, Saturday 19 & Sunday 20 December 2026 — various times
📍 Tamworth Castle, Holloway, Tamworth, B79 7NA
Santa has arrived at Tamworth Castle for a well-earned rest — but his Good and Naughty Elves have other ideas!
Explore the festively decorated Castle, discover the elves’ Christmas chaos, hunt for the reindeers’ missing carrots, send your letter to Santa up the chimney and make a festive keepsake before completing the most important mission of all — finding Father Christmas!
Groups are limited to just 15 visitors, giving families a more intimate Christmas experience. Tamworth Castle
Tickets:
Adults — £12.50
Children — £17
Ages 0–2 — £6
Pre-booking essential. Tamworth Castle
🌟 Quiet Santa
There are also special Quiet Santa sessions on Saturday 12 & Saturday 19 December at 10am, with smaller groups, reduced noise and a relaxed pace for children and families who may find busier festive experiences overwhelming. Tamworth Castle
🎄 A Christmas Carol – A Radio Play Live on Stage
Tuesday 24 November 2026
📍 Tamworth Assembly Rooms, Corporation Street, Tamworth, B79 7DN
Charles Dickens’ much-loved Christmas story comes to Tamworth in a rather different form, performed as a live radio play on stage.
The production stars Colin Baker and Sophie Aldred, with a specially recorded appearance by Tom Baker as Jacob Marley. The cast perform the story inside a radio-studio setting while creating the sound effects live, transporting the audience into Victorian London and the world of Ebenezer Scrooge. Tamworth Assembly Rooms
Tickets: £20.50
Concessions/Children: £19.50
🎖️ D-Day Darlings – A Christmas to Remember
Sunday 13 December 2026 — 1pm & 6pm
📍 Tamworth Assembly Rooms, Corporation Street, Tamworth, B79 7DN
Britain’s Got Talent finalists The D-Day Darlings return with their brand-new festive spectacular, A Christmas to Remember.
Fronted by founder and lead singer Katie Ashby, the show combines the Darlings’ trademark harmonies with Christmas favourites including White Christmas, Winter Wonderland and Jingle Bells, alongside new music from their Christmas 2026 album. Selected performances also feature the D-Day Juniors and Voices Choir. Tamworth Assembly Rooms
Tickets: £27.50
🎅 The Father Christmas Show – Mrs Claus’ List
Saturday 19 & Sunday 20 December 2026
📍 Tamworth Assembly Rooms, Corporation Street, Tamworth, B79 7DN
Join Father Christmas and his Chief Elves at the North Pole as preparations for Christmas Eve descend into festive chaos! Mrs Claus is having a well-earned rest, so Santa needs the audience’s help to work through his enormous Christmas to-do list — including checking the Naughty and Nice List and looking after the reindeer.
Expect songs, magic, jokes and plenty of festive fun, followed by the chance for every child ticket holder to meet Father Christmas after the show. Tamworth Assembly Rooms
Show times:
Saturday 19 — 10am, 1pm & 4pm
Sunday 20 — 10am & 1pm
Tickets: Adult £15 | Child £13 | Family ticket £50
A £3 transaction fee applies to bookings. Enjoy!
