What’s on in Stoke-on-Trent: November and December 2026

November 2026

4 November: Fallen Angels screening

Wednesday 4 November, 7pm | Theatre screening | Mitchell Arts Centre, Broad Street, Hanley.

Watch a filmed stage production of Noël Coward’s comedy. This is a cinema screening, rather than a live performance at the venue. The centre lists tickets from £12 to £17.50 including its booking fee. Check the final classification and availability with the box office on 01782 409307.

9-10 November: Disney’s Frozen Jr.

Monday 9 and Tuesday 10 November, 7pm | Youth musical | Mitchell Arts Centre, Broad Street, Hanley.

Rooftop Studios brings its youth production of the musical to the centre. Published tickets are £21 for adults and £19.50 for children or concessions, including the booking fee. Contact 01782 409307 about seating, access or remaining places.

12 November: Trentham Christmas Street Party

Thursday 12 November, entertainment 4pm-8.30pm | Festive shopping and music | Trentham Shopping Village.

The village begins its festive programme with entertainment and seasonal shopping. Entry is free, and shops are listed as staying open until 9pm. Food, purchases and any separately charged activities are additional. Use the estate’s event page for the latest arrangements.

13 November-23 January: The Borrowers

From Friday 13 November, selected performances | Family theatre | New Vic Theatre, Etruria Road, Newcastle-under-Lyme.

The New Vic stages its adaptation of Mary Norton’s story about a small family living beneath the floorboards. The full run continues to 23 January 2027; choose a particular November or December performance through the booking calendar. Tickets are listed from £17.50 to £43.50. Box office: 01782 717962.

14 November: Middleport Christmas Festival

Saturday 14 November, noon-8pm | Festive market and activities | Middleport Pottery, Port Street.

The festival includes a Christmas market, music, hot food and children’s activities, using indoor and outdoor areas. Book through the official ticket page; under-tens need a free ticket alongside a general admission booking. Check admission and parking instructions. Middleport enquiries: 01782 499766.

From 20 November: Trentham Winter Light Trail

From Friday 20 November, selected evenings | Illuminated trail | Trentham Gardens.

Book an evening slot for the illuminated garden trail. Dates, ticket bands and fees vary, so check the November or December session you want on the official booking page. The estate’s pages currently differ on the final January date; use the live ticket calendar when planning beyond December.

21 November: Christmas Wreath Workshop

Saturday 21 November, 10am or 1.30pm | Seasonal craft | Middleport Pottery, Port Street.

Make a wreath using fresh foliage, with materials and refreshments provided. Book a session and arrive 15 minutes before it starts to sign in at visitor reception. Confirm price and remaining places through the official booking page. Enquiries: 01782 499766.

21 November-6 December: Trentham Christmas Makers Markets

21-22 and 28-29 November, 5-6 December, 10am-4pm | Makers’ markets | Trentham Shopping Village.

Browse stalls from independent makers and producers over three selected weekends. Access to the markets is free; goods and refreshments are paid for separately. These dates apply to the festive markets, rather than every shopping day in the date range.

24 November: A Christmas Carol theatre night

Tuesday 24 November, doors 6pm, performance 7pm | Theatre | Middleport Pottery, Port Street.

Jonathan Goodwin performs a one-person adaptation of Dickens’s Christmas story. The organiser lists £16 tickets and asks visitors to arrive before the performance begins. Book in advance and check access or seating with Middleport on 01782 499766.

25 November-6 December: Elf The Musical

25 November-6 December, selected performances | Musical | Big Top Arena, Trentham Shopping Village.

Buddy’s festive story comes to Trentham’s heated Big Top Arena. Times vary by date and tickets are listed from £20. Select the actual performance when booking. An expired summer promotion remains on the venue page, so check the current ticket price rather than relying on that old offer.

28 November-13 December: Middleport Artisan Christmas Markets

28-29 November, 5-6 and 12-13 December, 10am-4pm | Artisan markets | Middleport Pottery, Port Street.

Explore the seasonal makers’ markets over three weekends. This is a selected-date programme, not a daily market throughout the range. Contact Middleport on 01782 499766 for the latest admission and visitor arrangements.

December 2026

5-6 December: Santa Paws charity photobooth

Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 December, slots 10am-4pm | Dog photography fundraiser | Middleport Pottery, Port Street.

Book a 15-minute festive photo session for up to two dogs. The organiser includes a print and digital image, with proceeds supporting the heritage charity. Check the slot price and availability through the official booking page. Middleport enquiries: 01782 499766.

5-24 December: Meet Father Christmas

5-6, 12-13 and 19-24 December, timed slots | Family grotto | Trentham Shopping Village.

Visit the grotto on a selected date rather than expecting daily sessions from 5 December. Published child tickets start at £22, with member pricing also available; adults attend with a paying child. Choose an available time and check the current booking conditions.

6 December: Mental Elf festive fun run

Sunday 6 December, 1pm start | Family 5km | Trentham Gardens.

Walk, jog or run the festive route supporting mental health and wellbeing across Staffordshire. The estate lists £14 adult, £8 child and £35 family tickets, with a team option also available. Follow the official booking link for registration and arrival instructions rather than treating a normal garden ticket as entry.