Your essential Christmas entertainment guide for the West Midlands - 41 events revealed, from glittering shows to panto laughs, live music and outdoor winter wonders

Overview

Christmas has arrived in the West Midlands — and whether seeking a classic panto, a magical winter circus, or a festive day out, there’s plenty to choose from. Here’s a curated look at what’s lighting up the region.

Current showings

Showing now until Sunday, January 18, 2026.

At The Rep, Christmas in Victorian London becomes the West End — where dreams come true and nothing bad ever happens — as performers mysteriously die mid-scene. Scotland Yard rules out foul play until Sherlock Holmes uncovers a link to The Twelve Days of Christmas. Racing against the clock to save French Hens, find Gold Rings, and rescue Mother Goose, Holmes faces mortal danger. Will he prevail, or can Dr. Watson and rival detective Athena Faversham ensure he survives another Christmas?

This World Premiere comedy whodunnit is written by The Penny Dreadfuls’ Humphrey Ker and David Reed, with new songs by Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber. A festive murder mystery with mischief, mayhem, and a Partridge in a Pear Tree at 221b Baker Street this Christmas.

For more information and to book, see here.

Upcoming events

Friday, November 21 to Sunday, January 11, 2026 — Don’t miss this year’s hilarious, family pantomime, Cinderella, starring Lichfield Pantomime favourite Sam Rabone!

Notes

Author’s summary

Читатель найдет в обзоре разнообразие рождественских мероприятий региона: от детских мюзиклов и карнавальных цирков до загадочных детективных спектаклей и фэнтезийной семейной постановки Cinderella.

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