There’s nothing like the magic of carol services, stunning Christmas shows, and the lively fun of a Pantomime to kick off the holiday season. Here’s a list of some of our favourite spectacles and productions to behold this Christmas along the c2c route. If you’re looking for more events, visit our events page for some ideas along the c2c route. Browse our great value ticket offers from Kids for £2 to £10 Senior Rover tickets to plan your day out.
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Jack and the Beanstalk, Cliffs Pavilion
14 December 2024 – 5 January 2025
Join Jack and his family as they fight to outwit the evil giant in the Jack and the Beanstalk pantomime. Joining the previously announced award-winning television presenter Rylan as The Spirit of the Beans will be comedian Aaron James as Silly Simon, Neal Wright as Dame Trot, and West End performers Nic Greenshields as Fleshcreep, Toby Miles as Jack Trot. Allana Taylor will play Princess Jill.
Nearest c2c station: Westcliff
That’ll be The Day – So This Is Christmas, Cliffs Pavilion
1 December 2024
Celebrate the season with That’ll Be The Day’s Christmas Show – So This is Christmas at Southend’s Cliffs Pavilion. Enjoy festive classics, comedy sketches, and timeless hits in a night of music, laughter, and holiday magic.
Nearest c2c station: Westcliff
Christmas By Candlelight, Palace Theatre
22 December 2024
Experience the magic of Christmas at The Palace Theatre in Southend, with a live West End cast performing timeless holiday classics by candlelight. Enjoy festive favourites like ‘White Christmas’, ‘Santa Baby’, and ‘O Holy Night’ in a heartwarming, sing-along concert for the whole family.
Nearest c2c station: Westcliff
Santa’s Wish, Palace Theatre
12-15 December 2024
Enjoy festive family days with Santa’s Wish, a brand-new Christmas musical full of colour and fun at the Palace Theatre. Follow Snowflake the elf on an exciting adventure to save Santa and bring joy to the season.
Nearest c2c station: Westcliff
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