WHAT ’ S ON
Festive Round-up
WHAT ’ S ON
CHRISTMAS LIGHTS SWITCH-ON
Christmas really begins in the city centre when thousands of festive lights are switched on during an evening of entertainment organised by Winchester BID ( Business Improvement District ), hosted by Heart Radio . Enjoy performances of song and dance from local groups on 16 November on a giant stage at the bottom of High Street from 4pm before the official switch-on at 6pm .
www . winchesterbid . co . uk
PANTO AT THEATRE ROYAL
Cinderella comes to Theatre Royal Winchester as this year ’ s pantomime – perfect family entertainment for all ages . Expect magic , mirth and mayhem plus original songs and lots of terrible jokes . It runs from 30 November to 1 January .
01962 840440 www . theatreroyalwinchester . co . uk
STEAM ILLUMINATIONS ON THE WATERCRESS LINE
Enjoy an incredible light show on a steam train on the Watercress Line in Alresford , with thousands of coloured LED lights and special wristbands lighting up trains inside and out . The experience is an after-dark spectacle and includes singalong tunes as you travel . Book for selected dates until 6 January .
01962 733810 www
. watercressline . co . uk
CATHEDRAL CHRISTMAS MARKET
Winchester Cathedral ’ s Christmas Market runs until 21 December , with over 100 stalls selling gifts from near and far . It ’ s recognised as one of the best Christmas markets in Europe for its unique location , high-quality exhibitors and bustling atmosphere . Enjoy performances from choirs and music groups from across Hampshire in the covered performance area throughout the festive period .
01962 857275 www . winchester-cathedral . org . uk
JOIN THE SANTA FUN RUN
See hundreds of Santas in the annual Naomi House & Jacksplace Santa Fun Run on 3 December . The charity cares for local children and young adults with life-limiting illnesses . Entry fees for the 5k route , which can be run or walked , include a Santa suit for every participant . This year will start with a flurry of Santas in a festive Zumba warm up – a brilliant Christmas experience like no other !
01962 760060 www . naomihouse . org . uk
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