Whether you’re a local, new in town or just cruising through, there’s always something happening in Halton. We’ve got loads of tips and events, from live music and theatre performances, to food festivals and outdoor adventures.

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November 2024

Uncle Holly – A Ghost Story for Christmas

An original ghost story for Christmas, written in the Victorian vein, featuring the malevolent spectre of Synderford, Uncle Holly. Jonathan Goodwin performs this one-man show. Written by Jonathan Goodwin and co-directed by Goodwin and Gary Archer. Presented by Don’t Go Into The Cellar! The UK’s finest practitioners of theatrical Victoriana in a macabre vein.
22 Nov
7:30 pm
The Brindley
High Street

Norton Priory Christmas Fair

Norton Priory heralds in the festive season with the annual Christmas Fair. Come and stock up on early presents at the many local stalls selling Christmas gifts, food, crafts and more. Enjoy musical entertainment and festive food and drink while you browse and soak up the seasonal atmosphere. Tickets for this event include general admission, […]
24 Nov
11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Norton Priory Museum and Gardens
Tudor Road, Manor Park

Shopping City Christmas Light Switch On

Get ready to kick start the festive season with Shopping City. Join us for our giant Christmas Tree Light Switch On, Saturday 30th November. Community Square will be buzzing with an afternoon of fantastic live entertainment from 12 noon. Live performances from pop queen T-Swiftie and Snow Princess Elsa Meet and greets with children’s favourite […]
30 Nov
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Shopping City Runcorn
Runcorn
December 2024

Aladdin – Pantomime Showing at The Brindley

The Brindley’s fantastic festive pantomime is presented by New Pantomime Productions. Starring Amanda Lovett from the hit TV show The Traitors as The Empress, Rebecca Lake as Yasmin, Matt Dallen as Wishee, Alexander J Smith as Abanazar and Sean Luckham as Twanky. It’s sure to have the usual spectacular scenery, dazzling costumes, hilarious jokes, singalong […]
05 Dec - 05 Jan
The Brindley
High Street

Father Christmas: A Storytelling Show

He may be very busy… Checking lists…preparing gifts…checking lists again…feeding up the reindeer…polishing his boots! But he is never too busy to visit and pop up with his favourite Elves at Norton Priory… In Person! With a sack full of silly stories and a chance to check which list you could be on, Father Christmas […]
06 Dec
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Norton Priory Museum and Gardens
Tudor Road, Manor Park

Widnes Historical Society Monthly Meeting

Widnes Historical Society hold a meeting on the second Thursday in October to December, then February to June. We have a speaker lasting approximately 1 hour followed by a raffle and tea coffee and biscuits. Visitors are very welcome for just £3 or membership for the year is £15. Please check our Facebook page for […]
10 Dec
7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Farnworth School
Pit Lane

Santa’s Christmas Cracker

Join Father Christmas and friends for a fun, festive, musical adventure. A 45 minute, interactive family show, particularly suitable for 2-7 year olds. Afterwards, each child gets to meet Father Christmas and receive a special wrapped present. It’s the most Christmassy Christmas show ever! Songs include: Jingle Bells, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, The Twelve Days […]
13 - 17 Dec
The Brindley
High Street

‘The Snowman’ Narrated by Father Christmas with Music from The Liverpool String Quartet

Join us for a heart warming evening as the Liverpool String Quartet brings Howard Blake’s enchanting score to life. Narrated by the Father Christmas himself, experience the magic of The Snowman like never before. Let the beautiful melodies transport you to a winter wonderland filled with wonder and joy. Join the Liverpool String Quartet for […]
13 Dec
5:00 pm
Norton Priory Museum and Gardens
Tudor Road, Manor Park

Runcorn Community Choir Christmas Concert

An annual Norton Priory favourite, this very special carol concert celebrates the season through a range of well-known Christmas carols and festive favourites. A glass of mulled wine or orange juice is included at the event. Tickets can be purchased online via Art Tickets and are priced at £8 for Adults, £7 for children and […]
14 Dec
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Norton Priory Museum and Gardens
Tudor Road, Manor Park

Halton Haven Hospice Santa Dash

Sign up this Christmas, along with hundreds of Santa’s, to take part in the 3km sponsored fun run from West Bank Boat Club Café, Spike Island in Widnes to the finish by Costa in Runcorn on Sunday 15th December. The Silver Jubilee Bridge will be closed to allow the Santa’s to dash across the centre […]
15 Dec
10:00 am
West Bank Boat Club Café
Lower Church St, Widnes

VR Winter Wonderland Christmas Escape

Step into a magical VR Winter Wonderland this Christmas! Join us for an enchanting holiday escape experience where you and your team can solve festive puzzles, uncover holiday secrets, and immerse yourselves in a wintery adventure. Enjoy delightful surprises, holiday treats! Gather your friends and family for a memorable festive experience that will spread joy […]
16 - 27 Dec
VR Warehouse
Unit 31 Percival Lane

A Christmas Carol

‘A Christmas Carol’. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Victorian porch inside the atrium, this immersive production brings Dickens’ iconic tale to life in a uniquely atmospheric setting. Join us for an unforgettable family theatrical experience as Scrooge, the spirits, and the heartwarming characters of Victorian London come alive in this enchanting version of […]
18 Dec
Norton Priory Museum and Gardens
Tudor Road, Manor Park

A Christmas Carol

Award winning actor Craig Cowdroy, presents his one man show. A powerful, humorous and emotional adaptation of Charles Dickens timeless tale. This well-known story is a fabulous family show with something for everyone, and also a few surprises!
20 Dec
7:30 pm
The Brindley
High Street

Winter Solstice

Join us as we come together as the Sun wanes, to give gratitude to the year past and enjoy the energy of celebration as we dance the new Solar year into being. Led by Mima Cornish of HedgeRose Healing and Cindy and Adrian of Myrriad Dance, this event includes circle dancing and time for thoughtful […]
21 Dec
6:00 pm
Norton Priory Museum and Gardens
Tudor Road, Manor Park

The Muppet Christmas Carol (Film Screening)

A retelling of the classic Dickens tale of Ebenezer Scrooge, miser extraordinaire. He is held accountable for his dastardly ways during night-time visitations by the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and future. Starring: Michael Cane, Dave Goelz, Steve Whitmore Rated: G
22 Dec
3:00 pm
The Brindley
High Street

Gremlins (Film Screening)

Miniature green monsters tear through the small town of Kingston Falls. Hijinks ensue as a mild-mannered bank teller releases these hideous loonies after gaining a new pet and violating two of three simple rules: No water, no food after midnight and no bright light. Starring: Zach Galligan, Phoebe Cates, Hoyt Axton Rated: PG
22 Dec
7:00 pm
The Brindley
High Street

The Nightmare Before Christmas (Film Screening)

Jack Skellington, the pumpkin king of Halloween Town, is bored with doing the same thing every year for Halloween. One day he stumbles into Christmas Town, and is so taken with the idea of Christmas that he tries to get the resident bats, ghouls, and goblins of Halloween Town to help him put on Christmas […]
23 Dec
7:00 pm
The Brindley
High Street

It’s A Wonderful Life (Film Screening)

Enjoy this classic Christmas film in our festively decorated Studio. Includes seasonal refreshments. Beset with personal and professional problems, George Bailey finds his previously happy life falling apart around him on Christmas Eve. Seeing no way out, George considers suicide from the edge of a bridge – but Clarence, his guardian angel, intervenes and shows […]
24 Dec
1:30 pm
The Brindley
High Street
January 2025
12 Jan
4:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Norton Priory Museum and Gardens
Tudor Road, Manor Park
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