Arts & Culture

Going Out – Nov 23

Christmas Spectacular

8 November-23 December

Now in its 46th year, the three-hour show is filled with nonstop singing, dancing, music, speciality acts and comedy. Set across a 130ft stage inside a steam museum, with an assembled cast of over 120, don’t miss Europe’s biggest Christmas show.

Enchanted Journey of Light

19 November-24 December

When twilight falls, the magic begins. Your journey starts in Fantasy Land where you’ll travel past penguins, polar bears, and busy elves in Santa’s toy factory. Continuing outside to the lantern light extravaganza, with lots of displays and festive luminous sculptures to marvel at.

Santa’s Magical Journey

19 November-23 December

Your journey takes you through a dazzling display of twinkling lights and a winter wonderland filled with animatronic penguins, polar bears, snowmen, and elves – all leading up to that all-important visit with Father Christmas.

Visit www.thursford.com for more information on all the above events

Winter Wonderland

17 November-3 January 2024

Head to the Norfolk Showground and immerse yourself in everything festive at what promises to be ‘Norfolk’s best ever’ outdoor Christmas event. This year’s real ice rink will be the largest outdoor skating facility outside of London! Other highlights include: giant observation wheel, Christmas tree maze, funfair rides and roller coasters for all ages, masses of festive food, licensed bars, games and Christmas market stalls, making it a great day out and fantastic fun for all the family.

www.winterwonderlandnorwich.com

Norfolk Autumn Lights

11 November

Get ready for Norfolk’s biggest firework display! Expect a night of entertainment with DJ Ryan Swain and a live band, along with a family funfair, delicious street food to tuck into, live fire performers and of course, finish the night watching the spectacle that is Norfolk’s biggest firework display. There is also an earlier display for children. Tickets are £15 for adults, £5 for children (3-16 years) and under 3s go free.

www.autumnlights.co.uk

North Norfolk Railway Santa Specials

25 November-23 December

Enjoy a magical Christmas journey aboard a traditional steam-hauled train from Sheringham to Holt. Complimentary onboard refreshments will be served to your table, while entertainers and balloon modellers will stroll through the train. On the return journey, the train will stop at Weybourne Station where you will make your way through an enchanted Christmas Tree Kingdom, a snowy model railway and Santa’s friendly helpers before you meet Father Christmas himself, who will present every child with a wrapped gift.

www.nnrailway.co.uk

Festive Gift & Food Show

10-12 November

Get all your Christmas shopping out the way in one hit! Browse hundreds of stalls packed with gifts for the whole family, including jewellery, children’s toys and much more. Additionally, take home a yuletide selection of the finest food and drinks from across the UK.

www.norfolkfestiveshow.co.uk

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