ELF THE MUSICAL A joyous stage version of the beloved film, with Buddy’s journey to New York full of laughs, singing and festive magic. ✣ Tickets from £39.50; elflondon.com. 28 October 2025-3 January

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All things bright and beautiful at festive events round the UK this Christmas

Birmingham Frankfurt Christmas Market To 24 December 2025 This Brummie behemoth is hailed as the largest Christmas market outside of Germany and Austria. Stalls are centred around New Street and Victo

...for next year’s Strictly The Professionals Tour. Kicking off in April 2026, it promises all the glam and glitz you’d expect from the TV show as well as world-class dance and stunning choreography,