Best Pantomimes in the North West 2026 - 2027

It wouldn't be Christmas without a trip to the panto, it's fun for all the family from 2 to 102!

Here are all the top pantomimes around the North West including Manchester, Liverpool and across Merseyside, Lancashire and Greater Manchester.

Goldilocks and the Three Bears

St. Helen's Theatre Royal, Corporation Street, St.Helen's, Merseyside WA10 1LQ
24th Oct 2026 to 1st Nov 2026

The circus is in town, bringing jaw-dropping circus acts, laugh-out-loud comedy, stunning production values, and a soundtrack packed with chart-topping hits that will have the whole family singing and dancing along.

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The Rock 'n' Roll Panto 2026: Beauty and the Beast

Liverpool Everyman, 13 Hope Street, Liverpool, L1 9BH
14th Nov 2026 to 16th Jan 2027

A little naughty, a lot loud, and totally live, you can expect powerhouse vocals, electrifying tunes and some wild costumes. So be our guest, grab your crew and head to Hope Street, for a monstrously good time.

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Christmas Carol Goes Wrong

Opera House, Quay St, Manchester, M3 3HP
17th Nov 2026 to 21st Nov 2026

The Cornley Amateur Drama Society are back with tidings of chaos and joy, ready to tackle the Charles Dickens' classic, A Christmas Carol.

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Elf The Musical

Liverpool Empire, Lime Street, Liverpool, L1 1JE
19th Nov 2026 to 21st Nov 2026

Based on the beloved Christmas film Elf, this funny and heart-warming musical tells the story of Buddy, who, as a baby, accidentally crawled into Santa?s toy sack and was whisked away to the North Pole, to be raised as an elf.

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Cinderella

Octagon Theatre Bolton, Howell Croft South, Bolton, BL1 1SB
20th Nov 2026 to 9th Jan 2027

Cinderella: A Fairytale brings this well-loved classic tale bang up to date with a funny, high-energy show that will be a real crowd pleaser for the whole family.

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Jack and the Beanstalk

Grand Theatre Blackpool, 33 Church Street, Blackpool, FY1 1HT
4th Dec 2026 to 3rd Jan 2027

Fee-fi-fo-FUN! Get ready to climb into Christmas 2026/7 as Blackpool Grand Theatre unveils a colossal, comedy-crammed, 3D-spectacular of Jack and the Beanstalk ? bigger, bolder, and bean-credible!

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The Jolly Christmas Postman

The Lowry, Pier 8, Salford Quays, Salford, M50 3AZ
4th Dec 2026 to 3rd Jan 2027

Based on the award-winning children?s book by much-loved duo Janet and Allan Ahlberg, this family show sees the Jolly Postman cycling through the snow to deliver parcels and letters to familiar friends as they prepare for Christmas celebrations.

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Cinderella

The Atkinson, Lord Street, Southport PR8 1DB
4th Dec 2026 to 31st Dec 2026

This sparkling production promises everything you love about The Atkinson pantomime - dazzling costumes, hilarious comedy, live music and a little bit of pumpkin spice!

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Jack And The Beanstalk

The Plaza, Mersey Square, Stockport, Cheshire. SK1 1SP
4th Dec 2026 to 3rd Jan 2027

Stockport's GIANT Family Pantomime JACK AND THE BEANSTALK will delight audiences of ALL Ages in this Spectacular Magical production that will provide you, your family and friends with sensational memories that will last a lifetime.

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Sleeping Beauty

Floral Pavilion, Marine Promenade, New Brighton, Wirral, CH45 2JS
5th Dec 2026 to 3rd Jan 2027

Aladdin stars James Mackenzie - BAFTA-winning host of Raven and CBBC's Molly and Mack - as the gloriously wicked Abanazar, and the legendary Sean Jones, back for his seventh year as Wishee Washee, with more announcements coming soon!

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Sleeping Beauty

Salford Arts Theatre, Kemsing Walk, Off Liverpool St, Salford M5 4BS
5th Dec 2026 to 31st Dec 2026

Join Sleeping Beauty, Prince Charming, and a host of mischievous characters as they battle the evil fairy, outwit silly sidekicks, and celebrate love, friendship, and happily-ever-afters. Don?t miss the festive fun that the whole family will enjoy!

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Dick Whittington

Opera House, Quay St, Manchester, M3 3HP
5th Dec 2026 to 3rd Jan 2027

Manchester's pantomime will be paved with gold as comedy sensation Jason Manford and panto favourite Ben Nickless return to the Opera House to star in Dick Whittington.

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Snow White

Epstein Theatre, Hanover House, 85 Hanover Street, Liverpool, L1 3DZ
5th Dec 2026 to 3rd Jan 2027

Packed with dazzling costumes, laugh-out-loud moments, and magical surprises, this is Christmas pantomime at it?s very best!

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The Pied Piper of Hamelin

Millgate Arts Centre, Stoneswood Road, Delph, Saddleworth, OL3 5DY
5th Dec 2026 to 2nd Jan 2027

When the dastardly Pied Piper arrives in Saddleworth with plans to strip away everything that makes the valley special, only Fairy Mary and her magic can stop him.

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Scrooge: A Cirque Spectacular

Blackpool Opera House, Winter Gardens, Church Street, Blackpool, Lancashire FY1 1HL
10th Dec 2026 to 13th Dec 2026

This delightful fusion of Victorian pantomime and cirque artistry features acrobatics, lively musical numbers and stunning costumes that bring Dickensian London to life.

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Snow White And The Seven Dwarfs

Albert Halls Bolton, Victoria Square, Bolton, BL1 1RU
10th Dec 2026 to 31st Dec 2026

This Magical Pantomime Features Great Songs, Dazzling Dance Routines, Stunning Scenery, Beautiful Costumes And Amazing Special Effects. It Will Be An Unforgettable Experience For Children And Adults Alike.

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The Wizard of Oz

King George's Hall, Northgate, Blackburn, BB2 1AA
11th Dec 2026 to 31st Dec 2026

This Christmas, follow the Yellow Brick Road to King George?s Hall for a spectacular family pantomime as The Wizard of Oz bursts onto the stage in a fun-filled festive adventure for all ages.

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Sleeping Beauty

Lyceum Theatre, Heath Street, Crewe CW1 2DA
11th Dec 2026 to 3rd Jan 2027

When the wicked fairy Carabosse's evil curse causes the Princess to prick her finger on a spinning wheel and fall into an enchanted sleep, can anyone rescue her from the magical slumber before it is too late?

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A Christmas Carol

St George's Hall, Saint George's Place, Concert Hall, Liverpool L1 1JJ
11th Dec 2026 to 24th Dec 2026

GINIFICENT return to St George's Hall, this time in the stunning Great Hall, with a brand new production of the Charles Dickens classic 'A Christmas Carol'.

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Cinderella

M&S Bank Arena, Kings Dock, Liverpool L3 4FP
12th Dec 2026 to 29th Dec 2026

Packed with show-stopping songs, dazzling dance routines, stunning scenery, beautiful costumes and enchanting special effects, this is a Christmas experience guaranteed to delight both children and adults.

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Jack and the Beanstalk

Ellesmere Port Civic Hall, 4 Civic Way, Ellesmere Port CH65 0BE
12th Dec 2026 to 24th Dec 2026

Anton Benson Productions returns with another seasonal panto, with the much loved tale of Jack and the Beanstalk.

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Sleeping Beauty

Contact Theatre, Oxford Road, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M15 6JA
16th Dec 2026 to 31st Dec 2026

Get ready for even more magic, mirth and mischief, as we bring Sleeping Beauty to the stage for another fairy tale ending. The Big Tiny are back to Contact's castle for another year of Pantomime fun.

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