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Grab your Christmas hat and a warm coat and head to the Barbican, to join in the Christmas family-fun and entertainment and watch the switch-on of the dazzling Christmas lights!

We invite you to take a very special journey into Bethlehem where the story of the first Christmas is brought to life.

Looking for things to do in Plymouth this Christmas?

With snow flurries, inspired shopping, party celebrations, Christmas lights and fun characters bringing magic and mischief, Drake Circus and The Barcode are all about making memories with friends, family and loved ones with days out and night to remember. 

The countdown to Christmas is on, and plenty is planned at Royal William Yard throughout the winter to make it a memorable occasion.

The school term is nearly over and this time next week it will be Christmas Eve! Here’s five things you can do in Plymouth this weekend to get you in the festive spirit.

Shop4Plymouth's resident blogger Lucy Young @_Oceancityliving browses Plymouth’s finest independents to eat, drink and be merry during the festive season.

December is here and the festivities are in full flow at Royal William Yard as social gatherings return. From markets under the stars and lights on the lawn, to the return of the Christmas party and festive feasts to tempt the tastebuds, there is much to be excited about at the Yard during the countdown to Christmas.

Struggling for original gift ideas this year? Our resident blogger Lucy Young @_Oceancityliving explores Plymouth’s local businesses for alternative presents.

We’re into the first weekend of December, which means only one thing, it’s (nearly) Christmas! Whether you’re looking to take the family out, do some Christmas shopping or get a bite to eat, we have plenty of suggestions.

Shop4Plymouth's resident blogger Lucy Young @_Oceancityliving gets a start on her Christmas shopping.

This winter, get crafty and enjoy one of The Box's brilliant festive workshops.

Plymouth’s festive season officially kicks off with the switch-on of the beautiful new Christmas lights in the city centre this Thursday 18 November.