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Popular events this holiday season include the enchanting **Spectacle of Light at Sudeley Castle**, where twinkling lights transform the historic grounds into a winter wonderland. Another delightful experience is the charming performance of **Jack and the Beanstalk at Cheltenham Playhouse**, featuring captivating costumes and engaging storytelling that delights audiences of all ages. And the **Christmas Meeting at Cheltenham Racecourse** is something you definitely don't want to miss, offering exciting race days filled with festive cheer. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Cheltenham Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Jack and the Beanstalk at Cheltenham Playhouse
What to Expect:
Relaxed performances with reduced sound and lighting levels for a more comfortable experience.
Description:
In this hilarious pantomime, Jack sacrifices his beloved DJ-loving cow, Edelweiss, for a bag of beans, setting off a series of chaotic events. Will Jill stop the electric-stealing Giant? Will Herr Kütte get to the barbers? The script is full of adult humour and fun, making it a must-see for families and comedy lovers alike.
Where: Cheltenham | More Info: Jack and the Beanstalk at Cheltenham Playhouse
Christmas at The Alchemist at The Brewery Quarter
What to Expect:
Unique cocktail experience with a theatrical twist.
Description:
Celebrate Christmas at The Alchemist in Cheltenham with a 3-course menu option, including a festive cocktail for an extra treat.
Where: Cheltenham | More Info: Christmas at The Alchemist at The Brewery Quarter
Cheltenham Other Holiday Activities
Christmas Meeting at Cheltenham Racecourse
What to Expect:
Exclusive Private Grandstand Box hospitality with a viewing balcony overlooking the winning line.
Description:
The Cheltenham Christmas Meeting is a premier horse racing event featuring top-quality racing and festive activities, including a Santa's Grotto and themed family fun.
Where: Cheltenham | More Info: Christmas Meeting at Cheltenham Racecourse
Spectacle of Light at Sudeley Castle
What to Expect:
Historic castle with award-winning gardens and romantic ruins.
Description:
Sudeley Castle & Gardens offers a unique backdrop for weddings with its 1,000 years of history, formal gardens, and romantic ruins. The venue provides various ceremony and reception spaces, including the Orangery, Castle Coach House, and North Lawn, ensuring a bespoke celebration.
Where: Winchcombe | More Info: Spectacle of Light at Sudeley Castle
Festive Fun in Nearby Cities!
Discover Holiday events in hundreds of cities worldwide. Check out these nearby locations for more festive fun!
- Bentleigh East (3 miles)
- Brighton (5 miles)
- Springvale (6 miles)
- Noble Park (6 miles)
- Malvern East (7 miles)
- Keysborough (7 miles)
- Glen Iris (7 miles)
- Mount Waverley (8 miles)
- Dandenong (8 miles)
- Dandenong North (9 miles)
- Wheelers Hill (9 miles)
- Camberwell (9 miles)
- Glen Waverley (9 miles)
- Glenferrie (9 miles)
- Hawthorn South (9 miles)
- South Yarra (10 miles)
- Hawthorn (10 miles)
- Rowville (10 miles)
- Richmond (11 miles)
- Wantirna South (11 miles)
- Southbank (11 miles)
- Carrum Downs (11 miles)
- Kew (11 miles)
- Endeavour Hills (11 miles)
- Melbourne City Centre (12 miles)
- Melbourne (12 miles)
- Hampton Park (12 miles)
- Frankston East (12 miles)
- Balwyn North (13 miles)
- Frankston (13 miles)
- Doncaster (13 miles)
- Doncaster East (14 miles)
- Narre Warren South (14 miles)
- Northcote (14 miles)
- Narre Warren (14 miles)
- Boronia (15 miles)
- Brunswick (15 miles)
- Ferntree Gully (15 miles)
- Langwarrin (15 miles)
- Preston (15 miles)
- Cranbourne North (16 miles)
- Coburg (16 miles)
- Cranbourne (16 miles)
- Point Cook (17 miles)
- Essendon (17 miles)
- Cranbourne East (17 miles)
- Berwick (17 miles)
- Mornington (17 miles)
- Croydon (17 miles)
- Reservoir (18 miles)
- Greensborough (19 miles)
- Bundoora (19 miles)
- Truganina (19 miles)
- Mooroolbark (20 miles)
- Glenroy (20 miles)
- Thomastown (20 miles)
- Hoppers Crossing (20 miles)
- St Albans (21 miles)
- Mill Park (21 miles)
- Lalor (21 miles)
- Saint Albans (21 miles)
- Werribee (21 miles)
- South Morang (22 miles)
- Tarneit (23 miles)
- Caroline Springs (23 miles)
- Wyndham Vale (24 miles)
- Pakenham (24 miles)
- Roxburgh Park (25 miles)
- Greenvale (25 miles)
- Mernda (26 miles)
- Craigieburn (26 miles)
- Doreen (26 miles)
- Wollert (27 miles)
- Sunbury (32 miles)
- Geelong (39 miles)