Well ho ho ho, Christmas is nearly upon us. Hull, as ever, has plenty of options for those wanting to get into the festive spirit this December, but also options for those who (Bah, humbug!) want to avoid the Christmas season altogether.
Hull Christmas Markets
Various locations, throughout December
Hull is the perfect place to get into the Christmas spirit this year, with a host of magical Christmas markets planned for throughout the city centre.
Zebedee’s Yard, the Fruit Market and Trinity Square are all hosting festive markets over the Christmas period.
Lucy Beaumont
Connexin Live, Friday 13 December
One of Hull’s best exports returns home this December to perform at one of the city’s biggest venues.
Comedian Lucy Beaumont will grace the stage at Connexin Live with off-beat stories, unusual anecdotes and bizarre journeys through modern day womanhood.
Goldilocks and The Three Bears
Hull New Theatre, various dates
Enter a world of wonder at the region’s largest pantomime, as the magical Goldilocks and the Three Bears comes to Hull New Theatre.
Starring the Strictly Come Dancing professional dancer and Dancing on Ice finalist Brendan Cole as the Evil Ringmaster, Goldilocks and the Three Bears will also see the return of Hull’s favourite comic Neil Hurst.
Christmas Ghost Stories: The Ghosts of Hull History Centre
Hull History Centre, Tuesday 10 December
For fans of all things spooky, join Hull historian Mike Covell for this festive look at unusual stories from the past.
Middle Child Panto: Treasure Island
Social (Humber Street), various dates
Hull’s rock ‘n’ roll panto returns with an anarchic take on a classic story – Treasure Island. As well as family-friendly shows, there’s also late shows which are strictly for adults.
The Middle Child panto has established itself as Hull’s alternative Christmas night out, featuring live music and raucous comedy.
