Blog (Christmas in Plymouth) - Visit Plymouth

Get into the Christmas spirit with a festive show in Plymouth! Whether you’d like to watch a traditional panto, hilarious comedy, enchanting children’s theatre or something especially for adults, there’s the perfect show for you.

It’s the most wonderful time of the year – and the most expensive! Luckily, there’s still plenty of fun to be had in Plymouth for free this year, so you can keep the kids entertained and get into the festive spirit without worrying about the budget.

As the nights grow longer and the temperature drops, Plymouth’s event calendar will light up with a series of sparkling events throughout November. 

We’ve pulled together a list of our favourite winter walks in and around Plymouth, which are suitable for the whole family. Wrap up warm and head out to enjoy those fresh December days.

Looking for Christmas presents for friends and family? We've pulled together some suggestions for the best Plymouth gifts on offer that you can pick up from our brilliant local shops. 

From unique independents to big-name chains, Plymouth is the place to head for all your Christmas shopping needs. You’ll find gifts for the whole family in the shops, boutiques and markets throughout the city.

It’s the most wonderful time of the year  so make the most of it with a trip to the theatre. Whether you’re looking for a traditional panto that will have the whole family roaring with laughter, or something a little more alternative, Plymouth’s theatres have got you covered over the festive season.

Guaranteed to get you feeling festive, Christmas markets are one of the highlights of this time of year and they’re a great way to support local traders while buying gifts for all the family. Here are five of the best that Plymouth has to offer this winter…  

There’s so much to see and do in Britain’s Ocean City during the festive season – here are eight events that you definitely don’t want to miss.