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Cardiff Christmas Festival
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When: 26 November 2026 – 24 December 2026
Where: Cardiff Spiegeltent, Cardiff
For five unforgettable years, the Fortuna Spiegeltent has been the beating heart of the Cardiff Christmas Festival, a glittering world of mirrors, music and festive wonder where every show feels like a celebration.
With Its iconic velvet booths and stained‑glass charm, the Fortuna Spiegeltent has welcomed over 50,000 guests since it first came to Cardiff in 2022. Everyone stepping inside to discover the thrill of live entertainment at its most intimate and exhilarating.
This year’s fifth‑anniversary programme bursts into life from the very first weekend on Thursday November 26th. Audiences can dive straight into the irresistible fun of a Take That celebration, led by the cheeky charisma of Gary and Robbie along with their live and. The energy continues with the triumphant return of last year’s sell‑out sensation Go Your Own Way, back by overwhelming demand and ready to celebrate the magic of Fleetwood Mac once again. The Spiegeltent also welcomes a special first appearance from Mark Summers, one of the world’s most acclaimed Elvis performers, bringing a touch of rock ’n’ roll sparkle to the festivities.
Alongside the big musical moments, the Festival honours its storytelling roots with a beautifully crafted telling of A Christmas Carol, inviting audiences to rediscover Dickens’ timeless message of hope. And for those who crave a vocal and visual extravaganza, Christmas at the Musicals delivers a blockbuster celebration of the songs and showstoppers that help define the season.
At the heart of the family celebration sits the Festival’s centrepiece, Basil and the Ice Witch. This brand‑new musical adventure is fun, captivating and toe‑tapping joyous story for all ages, filled with warmth, humour and festive magic. With tickets priced to welcome families, it stands proudly as the best‑value festive experience in the city, making it the perfect way for audiences to share in the wonder of Christmas together.
Five years on, the Spiegeltent remains a place where Cardiff comes together, families, friends, music lovers, theatre fans — all united by the joy of live performance. It’s not just a venue; it’s a tradition, a landmark of the city’s Christmas calendar with something for everyone to enjoy.