What’s on this Christmas?
Our luxury self-catering holiday resort is set on the east side of Loch Lomond, less than an hour’s drive from Glasgow and Stirling. Both cities glitter and shine during the festive season, and both put on a great selection of Christmas shows. So, if you’re looking for some live entertainment to enjoy during your stay at Loch Lomond Waterfront, check out these top festive shows.
Christmas Shows Glasgow 2024
The Nutcracker
6th December – 30 Dec 2024
Theatre Royal, Glasgow, G2 3QA
Immerse yourself in Tchaikovsky’s spellbinding ballet to get you in the Christmas spirit. Meet the Nutcracker Prince and the Rat King in Scottish Ballet’s visual feast which will entertain the whole family. The Nutcracker is a festive treat to remember long after your stay by Loch Lomond is over.
Royal Scottish National Orchestra: A Christmas Carol
1st December 2024
Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, Glasgow, G2 3NY
Christmas can only mean one thing – time for a Christmas Carol! This version is performed by the Royal Scottish National Orchestra and there are no humbugs to be found here. Guaranteed fun is to be had here – no matter what that Scrooge says. Book tickets here.
The Muppets: A Christmas Carol in Concert
2nd December 2024
SEC Armadillo, Glasgow, G3 8YW
Fancy even more Christmas Carolling? Of course you do! Disney’s much loved 1992 musical comedy, The Muppet Christmas Carol, will be live in concert at the SEC Armadillo in Glasgow this December. The music score from the film will be performed live to the film by an orchestra. A must for lovers of the original film and little ones who have yet to experience it!
Tickets prices start at £35.20.
Love Actually in Concert
9th December 2024
Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, Glasgow, G2 3NY
It’s a quintessential Christmas film, and we all love it. This year, why not enjoy your traditional Love Actually viewing with a live orchestra performing the soundtrack alongside the movie? Its an experience like no other, and is totally worth the trip to Glasgow this December! It’s the Christmas show that absolutely must be on your list.
Tickets start at £36.40.
The Rat Pack at Christmas
16th December 2024
Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, Glasgow, G2 3NY
Fancy a bit of crooning this year? Let Frank, Sammy and Dean (or as close as you can get) take you through their greatest hits. From White Christmas and Baby It’s Cold Outside to Mack the Knife and New York New York, your feet will be a-tappin’ in no time.
Tickets are available from £27.44.
The Big Christmas Party… Live!
20th December 2024
Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, Glasgow, G2 3NY
It’s Chriiiistmaaasss! If you are looking for the place to be to get you well and truly into the Christmas mood, then the Big Christmas Party is it! Performers will be belting out the classics like Last Christmas, All I Want for Christmas and, of course, Merry Christmas Everyone. Join them in this party of parties.
Peter Pan
23rd November – 5th Jan 2025
King’s Theatre, Glasgow, G2 4JN
It wouldn’t really be Christmas without some classic “he’s behind you!” and a delightful panto dame. For those who love a bit of pantomime Christmas tradition, Glasgow has a right treat for you this year in the form of a smashing Peter Pan performance.
Tickets start at £13, and the event is on throughout December.
Christmas Shows Stirling 2024
Snow White
27 November – 31st December 2024
Macrobert Arts Centre, University of Stirling, FK9 4LA
In this reimagining of the classic story, The Baroness Fantasia De’Wharff hires Nanny Maria Shut-Yon-Trapp to control her seven naughty step-children. But when Nanny Maria discovers that the evil Fantasia is planning on murdering Snow White, will she step up and be a hero?
Get ready to scream “She’s behind you!” at the top of your voice in another fantastic production at the Macrobert Arts Centre.
Tickets from £22.
The Jingle Belles Ultimate Christmas Party
21st December 2024
The Albert Halls, Albert Place, Stirling FK8 2QL
Sing your heart out at this Christmas party! Enjoy seasonal songs from Slade, Wizzard, Mariah Carey, Shakin’ Stevens and even more. This fantastic evening out will be sure to put even the grumpiest person into a Christmas cheer.
Phil Cunningham’s Christmas Songbook
20th December 2024
Albert Halls, FK8 2QL
Phil Cunningham is one of Scotland’s most beloved musicians, and he’s bringing some Christmas cheer to Stirling in 2024. Featuring the vocals of Eddi Reader, Karen Matheson and Kris Drever, this night of music and banter os one not to be missed by music lovers.
Elsewhere in Scotland . . .
If you want to make the most out of your festive trip to Scotland, you should take a train or drive over to Edinburgh for the iconic Christmas market. You could even get tickets for a panto in Edinburgh and make a whole day of it! The options are endless if you’re looking for Christmas shows in Glasgow and Scotland.
If you fancy seeing one of these great Christmas shows during your festive break at Loch Lomond Waterfront, remember to book your tickets in advance, as they may sell out. We hope you have a magical time!
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