Corn Exchange Newbury events and panto for Christmas 2025

Corn Exchange. <i>(Image: Tim Easton)</i>
Corn Exchange. (Image: Tim Easton)
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The Corn Exchange Newbury is gearing up to dazzle this festive season with a variety of events and shows for all ages.

The celebrations kick off with the annual Christmas Gift Fair on Saturday, November 15.

This fair features a selection of independent crafters and makers offering unique gifts, seasonal treats and handmade decorations.

Visitors can enjoy festive refreshments from the Corn Exchange Café Bar while they shop.

On the same day, audiences can enjoy Step into Christmas, a festive concert featuring a live band and performances of beloved Christmas classics.

Corn Exchange. (Image: Tim Easton)

This concert promises to capture the spirit of the season, encouraging everyone to sing and dance along.

Families can get creative at the free Lantern Making Workshops on Saturday, November 29, Sunday, November 30, Saturday, December 6, and Sunday, December 7.

These workshops will take place at 101 Outdoor Arts on Greenham Business Park, where participants can design their own lanterns in preparation for the Festival of Light on Sunday, December 14.

This magical event will feature a procession of glowing lanterns through Northbrook Street, culminating in a celebration in the Market Place.

The festive season wouldn't be complete without a pantomime.

This year, the award-winning team returns with Robin Hood and Maid Marian, running from Friday, November 28 to Saturday, January 3, 2026.

Audiences can expect a fun-filled adventure with music, comedy and plenty of laughs.

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