What's on in Cheltenham: November and December 2026

November 2026

10 to 14 November: Dracula

Tuesday 10 to Saturday 14 November | Gothic theatre, ages 12+ | Everyman Theatre, Regent Street, Cheltenham GL50 1HQ | Ticketed; £1.75 transaction fee applies per booking.

Blackeyed Theatre brings Nick Lane's adaptation of Bram Stoker's novel to the stage. Van Helsing and his companions face a threat that stretches from England to Transylvania. The advertised running time is two hours and 30 minutes including the interval.

10 November: Steven Osborne piano recital

Tuesday 10 November, 7.30pm | Classical concert | Pittville Pump Room, Cheltenham | £24 to £29, including £3 ticket commission.

Steven Osborne plays a programme including Schumann, Satie, Lili Boulanger and Ravel, followed by Beethoven's Diabelli Variations. The organiser has updated the original programme; the current event page has the revised selection.

From 20 November: Spectacle of Light

Selected evenings Friday 20 November to Wednesday 30 December | Outdoor illuminated trail | Sudeley Castle and Gardens, Winchcombe | Timed tickets; £1.75 transaction fee per booking.

Follow an Alice in Wonderland-inspired trail through the castle grounds, meeting characters including the White Rabbit and Mad Hatter. This event is in Winchcombe, outside Cheltenham. Under-threes enter free but still need a ticket; parking is free.

21 November: Brewery Quarter Christmas launch

Saturday 21 November, 2pm to 8pm | Family seasonal entertainment | The Brewery Quarter, Cheltenham.

The Brewery Quarter launches its Christmas programme with an afternoon and evening of entertainment and seasonal activities. Cheltenham BID's programme carries the announced timings and wider town-centre festivities.

From 27 November: Cinderella

Selected performances Friday 27 November 2026 to Sunday 10 January 2027 | Family pantomime | Everyman Theatre, Regent Street | Ticketed; choose your performance for current prices.

Tweedy returns as Buttons, with Kevin Brewis and Miles Western as the Ugly Sisters and Olivia Bella as Cinderella. The Everyman's 2026 pantomime brings songs, comedy and audience participation, with family-ticket offers on selected dates.

27 and 29 November: Pittville artisan Christmas markets

Friday 27 November, 5pm to 9pm, and Sunday 29 November, 11am to 4pm | Local makers market | Pittville Pump Room, Cheltenham | Free entry.

Browse gifts, crafts and original work from independent artists and designers, in partnership with Watch This Space Collective. Seasonal food and drinks are available to buy at the venue.

28 November: Pittville Christmas lights switch-on

Saturday 28 November, 1pm to 7pm; lights from 5pm | Family celebration | Pittville Pump Room, Cheltenham | Check the programme for individual activity charges.

The afternoon includes indoor crafts, Santa visits, face painting and seasonal refreshments. After the lights switch on, Party Peeps keep the celebrations going with a foam party until 7pm.

December 2026

3 to 16 December: Cheltenham Christmas projection

Thursday 3 to Wednesday 16 December, each evening | Outdoor light and sound display | Municipal Offices, The Promenade, Cheltenham | Free.

A new seasonal projection brings the town's history, heritage and culture onto the Municipal Offices facade. Check the current programme for the evening timetable before travelling.

8 December: APOLLO5 - Make We Joy Now

Tuesday 8 December, 7.30pm | Seasonal vocal concert | Pittville Pump Room, Cheltenham | Ticketed; see the organiser for prices.

The vocal ensemble APOLLO5 presents Make We Joy Now as part of Cheltenham Music Society's concert programme. The performance takes place at Pittville Pump Room, rather than Cheltenham Town Hall.

10 to 23 December: Cheltenham Christmas Market

Thursday 10 to Wednesday 23 December | Festive shopping | The Promenade, Cheltenham | Free entry.

Browse around 40 wooden stalls selling gifts, food and seasonal treats. The town-centre market is a separate event from the November artisan markets at Pittville Pump Room. Use the official Christmas guide for opening-time updates.

From 11 December: Peter Pan - The Pantomime Adventure

Selected performances Friday 11 December 2026 to Saturday 2 January 2027 | Family pantomime | Cheltenham Playhouse | Preview on 11 December at 7pm from £15; other performances priced individually.

Peter Pan and an unpredictable circus troupe try to keep their show alive as Tinker Bell, Miss Smee and Captain Hook bring complications. Relaxed performances are listed for 27 December at noon, 1 January at 3pm and 2 January at noon.