We’ve compiled some of the best things to do within Glasgow City Innovation District this festive period so you don't have to! There’s something for everyone, whether you love food & drink, live music, ice skating, panto or family fun, there's so much going on at this magical time of year.
The team behind the UK pantomime award for Best Pantomime 2024 are back with this year’s panto Peter Panto and the Incredible Stinkerbell!
If you’re looking for an alternative, laugh-out-loud panto to keep the family entertained this year then the Tron Theatre panto is the one for you!
Join in with amazing songs and dances and be emersed in a world where Peter Pan whisks West End Wendy away from the safety of her Byres Road residence to a place full of treachery, deceit and chippies that never close.
Book your tickets now
[Image: Tron Theatre]
The Innovation District is offering up TWO Christmas markets this year with Glasgow’s Winterfest where George Square and St Enoch Square will be transformed into a winter wonderland.
George Square offers ice skating, rides, Santa's train, live music, bars and festive stalls in the heart of the city with St Enoch’s smaller site also offering, food, drink and traditional Christmas market items.
Explore WinterfestPrinces Square is bringing back its magical Elf School for children aged 4 to 10. Children will have the chance to learn the secrets of the North Pole and master the tricks of the Christmas trade in a two-hour session packed with fun crafts, exciting games, and plenty of creativity, topped off with festive music to keep the magic alive. AND there’s even a visit from Santa!
This is a great activity to keep the kids entertained this Christmas, with sensory sessions also available.
Enroll in Elf School
[Image: sloansglasgow.com]
Date: Sunday 8th December
Experience the magic of the holiday season at Sloans’ Festive Fair. Explore the Christmas markets, meet Santa and his elves, listen to carols in the courtyard and enjoy some festive treats!
Get your Festive Fair tickets!Date: Sunday 8th December
Show your support to patients and families affected by cancer this winter by signing up to this year’s Santa Dash. Get your favourite Christmas-themed outfit on and get ready to run, jog or walk 5k for a great cause!
Get your running trainers ready
[Image: waspsstudios.org.uk]
Date: Saturday 7th & Sunday 8th of December
The Wasps Studios Annual Winter Artists and Makers Market is the perfect place to find beautiful gift ideas for the festive season made by talented makers and artists based across Scotland. Shop for ceramics, paintings, textiles, jewellery, aromatics, prints, greetings cards and more and help support local craftspeople.
Support local artistsVisit the North Pole at St Enoch’s shopping centre. Wander through twinkling lights and festive decorations and take a selfie with one of Santa’s elves. Write your Christmas list, before heading in to meet Santa in his grotto! Kida can also get your face painted or take part in some arts and crafts!
Visit Santa!