South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture

 

Get ready to say “Mamma Mia!”this festive season as ABBA-MERRY Christmas brings you the ultimate festive party!

It’s time to“ Take a Chance” on a night filled with all your favourite ABBA hits, with a few holiday classics thrown in, plus plenty of “Dancing  Queen” moments too. With a fabulous ABBA tribute and a sensational live band, this is your chance to deck the halls with sparkling lights and celebrate Christmas like never before. Whether you’re a die-hard ABBA fan or just love a good festive sing-along, your friends will be saying“ Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! ”a ticket to this fantastic show!

Feel the “Knowing Me, Knowing Yule” vibes as you step into a winter wonderland of music, dancing, and non-stop fun. The live band will have you rockin around the Christmas tree to iconic tunes like “Waterloo”, “Thank You For The Music ”and “S.O.S.” ,while adding a festive twist to the magic. It’s going to be a party full of Christmas cheer ,sparkling lights, and all the ABBA hits you know and love.

So, grab your Santa hats, shine up those “Chiquitita” bells, and get ready for a Christmas party that’s pure “Money, Money, Money” value!

Available to book online or by calling The Town House Hamilton on 01698 452299.

Cost: £32.00 (subject to £1.50 transaction fee)

 

Our annual screening of The Snowman with live accompaniment from The Kirkintilloch Band, has become a popular part of our annual Winter Festival and every year, the audience tell us they’ll be back next year. So, join us again this Christmas for another special screening of the classic animated film with the fabulous live musical accompaniment.

When a young boy starts making a snowman on Christmas, it magically comes to life. The snowman then takes him on a journey to meet Santa Claus.

This classic family Christmas film comes to our big screen with a live accompaniment from The Kirkintilloch Brass Band. Before the film the band will be regaling us with some classic Christmas tunes before treating us to the iconic soundtrack of Raymond Briggs’ timeless tale of a boy and his snowman, alongside the film.

Available to book online or by calling Lanark Memorial Hall on 01555 673199.

Cost: £12.00 / £7.50 concession (subject to £1.50 transaction fee)

 

Step into a whirlwind of festive mischief and magical merriment with Mrs Claus’ Festive Funhouse - a heart-warming, high-energy Christmas adventure perfect for the whole family.

With Santa busy preparing for the big day, it’s up to Mrs Claus to keep everything running smoothly - no easy task when a troupe of cheeky, unpredictable elves are determined to turn every moment into playful pandemonium. Expect a joyful mix of storytelling, interactive games, mind-boggling magic, and plenty of laugh-out-loud surprises as Mrs Claus tries to wrangle her mischievous helpers and keep the festive spirit alive.

Bursting with charm, audience participation, and feel-good festive fun, Mrs Claus’ Funhouse is a magical treat that celebrates imagination, teamwork, and the joy of Christmas - reminding us all that sometimes a little chaos makes the season even brighter.

Fresh from its acclaimed run at Edinburgh Fringe 2026 and building on last year’s smash-hit success, this delightfully chaotic show invites audiences into Mrs Claus’ lively workshop, where anything can happen… and usually does!

Available to book online or by calling East Kilbride Arts Centre on 01355 261000.

Cost: £8.50 / £30 for 4 (+£1.50 trans fee)

 

After an amazing show last Christmas, get ready to Step into Christmas once again in 2026 when the most magical, feel-good Christmas show returns to Lanark! 

Step in Christmas is back - bigger, brighter, and more festive than ever before. This spectacular Christmas concert is the ultimate way to kickstart your festive celebrations, guaranteed to fill your heart with holiday cheer and have you singing along from start to finish.

Packed with all your favourite Christmas classics, the show brings the spirit of the season to life with dazzling performances, stunning festive visuals, and a sensational live band. From heart warming ballads to upbeat festive anthems, it’s the perfect playlist for your Christmas celebrations.

Whether you're starting a new festive tradition or keeping the magic alive, Step into Christmas is the ultimate feel-good Christmas concert spectacular. 

Available to book online or by calling Lanark Memorial Hall on 01555 673199.

Cost: £33.00 (subject to £1.50 transaction fee)

 

5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20 December from 10:00am until 5:00pm
11 and 18 December from 3:00pm until 7:00pm
23 and 24 December from 10:00am until 3:00pm

Discover the magic at Calderglen’s highly rated Santa’s Grotto! Snap a photo in Santa’s sleigh, meet the jolly man himself, and make unforgettable Christmas memories. Every child receives a special gift, magic reindeer dust, and a delicious mini hot chocolate voucher for the Courtyard Café!

Santa is very busy, so booking is essential.

Available to book online.

Cost: £14.00 per child