Peter Pan • Reindeer ParadeChristmas Lights Switch OnFabulous Shopping

Peter Pan • Reindeer ParadeChristmas Lights Switch OnFabulous Shopping

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Following on from a spectacular summer of sport and national celebration we have an unmissable

Christmas line up coming your way. From Christmas markets to festive performances, the ever popular

reindeer parade, a FREE film festival and somuch more. Oh and did we mention

the fabulous shopping?

CHRISTMAS LIGHTS SWITCH ON | 15 NOVEMBERREINDEER PARADE & COMMUNITY CARNVIVAL

18 NOVEMBERCHRISTMAS MARKETS | BIG SCREEN FILMS

FABULOUS CHRISTMAS SHOPPING

For more information see visitmiddlesbrough.com/christmas

visit mima’s great exhibitions, shop

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mima CollectiveChristmas shopping eventSaturday 17 November, 10am-4.30pm

For gift inspiration this season shop at‘mima Collective’. Featuring independent pop-up shops, bespoke jewellery, quirky tree decorations and much more to complete your Christmas gift list. Gift wrapping, personal shoppers, festive drinks & nibbles and 10% off purchases over £20 on mima goods. For more information visit www.middlesbroughlifeandstyle.com.

Why not make it a family occasion? Our Christmas-themed art trolley is on from 1-4pm. Make something festive to take home.

Christmas Art Trolley PartySaturday 22 December, 1-4pm FREE all welcome.

A special afternoon of Christmas-inspired craft, with biscuit decorating, live music, festive face painting and art trolley activities.

mima Christmas opening hours 24, 25 & 26 December closed27-30 December open31 December & 1 January closed2 January open

For Christmas parties and events enquiries contact Gavin Smith, gavin_smith@middlesbrough.gov.uk / 07825 732 647. Go to visitmima.com for details of our current exhibitions.

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Thursday 15 NovemberFrom 5.30pm | 6.15pm Switch OnMiddlesbrough Town Centre | FREE

Join us in the centre of town, outside House of Fraser and Debenhams for Middlesbrough’s great Christmas tradition: the switching on of our festive lights! Hosts TFM Radio’s Wayne and Amy will be joined by a special guest for a fun-filled evening that promises plenty of family entertainment to kick-start the season.See location on page 15

Sunday 18 November | 1pmMiddlesbrough Town Centre | FREE

Middlesbrough’s renowned Reindeer Parade and Community Carnival offers a glittering procession for all the family. Thisyear the theme is the North Pole so watch out for Jack Frost, the Snow Queen, elves and snowflakes! The parade travels through the heart of Middlesbrough providing plenty of excellent viewing spots. After the parade, come along andsee the magical Cairngorm Reindeer who will be with their handlers in Captain Cook Square.

See route on page 15Road closures and traffic restrictions will be in place for this event so make sure you give yourself plenty of time to get into town.

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DON’T MISS FANTASTIC GIVEAWAYS &AN UNBEATABLE FAMILY ATMOSPHERE!

FREE* parking after 4 pm in all Council operated off street car parks for the Christmas Lights Switch On on 15 November and for the Thursday late night shopping starting on 6 December.

Saturday 8 December | 10am – 4pmmyplace, Old Customs House, North StreetFREE

Come along to myplace’s first Christmas Extravaganza featuring Christmas stalls and festive arts and crafts, plus much more. Enjoy Christmas carols sung by local children and meet Father Christmas and his reindeers.

Thursday 13 December | 6pmCentre Square | FREE

Come and join in with this uplifting event to get you in the festive mood. Sing your favourite Christmas carols, led by theBeverley School and MiddlesbroughTown Hall Community Choirs.

Middlesbrough Theatre | Friday 7 December – Sunday 6 JanuaryBox Office 01642 81 51 81 or 729 729 | www.middlesbroughtheatre.co.uk

Come fly with Peter and Wendy to Never-Never Land in this sparkling adaptation of the timeless classic. Meet the Lost Boys, Tiger Lily and the Indians, the comical pirate Smee and the magical Tinker Bell – not forgetting the crocodile, of course! John Challis – the immortal Boycie in Only Fools and Horses plays the equally immortal Captain Hook in this year’s pantomime. With the stunning costumes, magical scenery andloads of audience participation this is the one Christmas show youcannot afford to miss!

CHRISTMAS EXTRAVAGANZA

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Middlesbrough TownCentre | £2 per ride

Between House of Fraserand Debenhams during December.

CHILDREN’SCAROUSEL RIDE

Get into the Christmas spirit at the Big Screen situated in Centre Square. Take part in this popular FREE and family-friendly Outdoor Film Festival.

Thursday 20 December | 6pm | FREE

Saturday 22 December | 1pm | FREE

Limited seating will be provided on a first come, first served basis. Please wear appropriatelywarm clothing. Films will be shown with subtitles.

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Sunday 23 December 2pm, 5.30pmMonday 24 December 2pm, 5.30pmTuesday 25 December NO PERFORMANCESWednesday 26 December 2pm, 5.30pmThursday 27 December 2pm, 7pmFriday 28 December 2pm, 7pmSaturday 29 December 2pm, 5.30pmSunday 30 December 2pm, 5.30pmMonday 31 December 2pmTuesday 1 January NO PERFORMANCESWednesday 2 January NO PERFORMANCESThursday 3 January 2pm, 7pmFriday 4 January 2pm, 5.30pmSaturday 5 January 2pm, 5.30pmSunday 6 January 2pm, 5.30pm

BLUE DATES Full Price £13.50 | Concession £12.50 | Family Ticket £46Parties of 10 or more £11ea | Parties of 100 or more £10ea | *School parties £7ea

RED DATES Full Price £15 | Concession £14 | Family Ticket £52Parties of 10 or more £12.50ea | Parties of 100 or more £11.50ea | *School parties £8/£7.50ea

PERFORMANCE TIMES

TICKET PRICES

Friday 7 December 1.30pm*, 7pmSaturday 8 December 2pm, 5.30pmSunday 9 December NO PERFORMANCESMonday 10 December 10am*, 1.30pm*Tuesday 11 December 10am*, 1.30pm*Wednesday 12 December 10am*, 1.30pm*Thursday 13 December 10am*, 1.30pm*Friday 14 December 10.00am*, 7pmSaturday 15 December 2pm, 5.30pmSunday 16 December 2pm, 5.30pmMonday 17 December NO PERFORMANCESTuesday 18 December 1.30*pm, 7pmWednesday 19 December 1.30*, 7pmThursday 20 December 1.30pm*, 7pmFriday 21 December 7pmSaturday 22 December 2pm, 5.30pm

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The Cleveland Centre is bursting with top name stores including Topshop, New Look, H&M, Boots, HMV, WH Smith and BHS. Why not pay a visit to the Corner Emporium for those unique Christmas gifts? The Tree of Life for Teesside Hospice goes up on 19 November and you can also meet Santa and his snow dogs on the 15 & 22 December.

See fb.com/clevelandcentre.middlesbrough

Find brands you like at prices you’ll love this Christmas at Captain Cook Square. Christmas shopping couldn’t be easier at Waterstones, Wilkinson, TK Maxx, TJ Hughes and MiddlesbroughFC store plus many more. You’ll never be short of ideas for theperfect gift.

See captaincookshopping.com

Conveniently situated Dundas Shopping Centrehouses a mix of independent fashion outlets and big name stores

such as B&M, Boyes and Fultons Foods. Visit the Inshops for fresh meat, seafood and fruit and vegetables plus

independent fashion stalls, which have something for everyone. Relax in the recently opened Coopland’s

Orchard Café. The centre also has a secure, covered basement car park with access

from Wilson Street.

See dundasshopping.co.uk

DON’T FORGET! LATE NIGHT SHOPPING For more information see visitmiddlesbrough.com/christmas

HILLSTREET

LINTHORPE ROAD CENTRAL

BAKER STREET

Hillstreet offers a wide range of shopping options thisChristmas. You can find top high street names suchas M&S, Debenhams, Monsoon, Yours Clothing and Pandorato Sports Direct, Argos and the recently extended Primark!Don’t miss out on the new Greggs Moment concept cafeand a host of independent shops exclusive to Hillstreet.Santa’s Grotto arrives on 1 December so have yourlist at the ready!

See hillstreetshopping.co.uk

Look out for independent shopping retailers inthe heart of Middlesbrough: the upmarket Psychedepartment store, Triads, Lots of Loveliness, RedSquare, Howl and Heaven Scent to name only a few!

An up and coming vintage quarter in the heart of thetown centre. Look out for Disgraceland, Niamh’s Boutique, Fat Dog Skate Shop and many more. Make it an occasion to remember bytrying the tasty fare at the Chilli Cake Deli.

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Friday 30 November & Saturday 1 December | 9am – 4pmMiddlesbrough Town Centre

Located in the heart of the town centre this special festive marketpresents genuine artists that will tempt you with hand crafted,unique Christmas gifts and irresistible food and drink.Festive fudge fancies, traditional tasty fare and quirkygifts will be on sale, so come along and enjoy thefestive atmosphere.

MIDDLESBROUGH FOOD & CRAFT MARKET

GALLERY TS1 PRESENTSMonday 15 October – Monday 24 December | Corporation Road

A Christmas market selling unique, affordable gifts made by local artists. Many artworks will be £30 and under and there will be a stocking fillerrange of £10 and under.See galleryts1.com

PSYCHE CHRISTMAS FAIR Friday 7 & Saturday 8 December9am – 5.30pm | Psyche DepartmentStore, Linthorpe Road

A variety of local arts and craft stalls,vintage chic clothing and festive themedgifts and accessories. FREE mulledwine, mince pies, live entertainmentand lots of giveaways and promotions.

DESIGNERS MARKETPLACESaturday 15 December | 11am – 4pmMiddlesbrough Town HallAdults £1, Kids FREE

STEWART PARK CRAFT FAIRSunday 11 November & Sunday 25 November

11am – 4pm | Henry Bolckow Visitor Centre | FREEFor Christmas & more fb.com/stewartparkmbro

MIND, BODY & SPIRIT DAYSaturday 24 November | 10am - 4pm

Central Library | FREEA day of pampering, healing and beautiful gifts to

buy at Middlesbrough Central Library. Treat yourselfto a massage, a reading and some extra special

unique gifts – perfect for that luxuriousChristmas gift. Part of WorldJam.middlesbrough.gov.uk/libraries

BORO BECKS GREENCHRISTMAS FAIR

Saturday 1 December | 11am – 3pmCharlbury Road Community Centre

Browse the eco-friendly Christmas crafts,try the seasonal refreshments and there’s

face painting and Santa’s Grotto too.

RECORD FAIR

Saturday 29 December | 9am – 3pmMiddlesbrough Town Hall

50 stalls dedicated to record traders.Come and find a bargain and

rediscover the joy of vinyl.

NEWHAM GRANGE COUNTRY FARMFor Christmas events information visit

newhamgrangefarm.co.ukor like us on Facebook

fb.com/newhamgrangecountryfarm

Box Office: 01642 729 729Albert Road, Middlesbrough, TW1 1LPwww.middlesbroughtownhallonline.co.uk

GROOVY BABIES CHRISTMAS SPECIAL

SNOW PLAY

BIG MOUTH COMEDY CHRISTMAS SPECIAL

BIG MOUTH COMEDY CHRISTMAS SPECIAL

KATE RUSBY AT CHRISTMAS

TEESSIDE APOLLO MALEVOICE CHOIR

A CHRISTMAS CAROL

PETER PAN

Tuesday 27 November | 7.30pm | £10

Charles Dickens’ seasonal favourite in a sparkling new production.

Wednesday 28 November -Saturday 1 December | 7.30pm | £8

This ever-popular event returns tofill you with Christmas cheer.

Friday 7 December – Sunday 6 JanuarySee page 7 for times and prices

Come fly with Peter and Wendy to Never Never Land, with stunning costumes, magical scenery and oodles of audience participation. This is the one Christmas show you cannot afford to miss!

Box Office: 01642 81 51 81The Avenue, Linthorpe, Middlesbrough TS5 6SA

www.middlesbroughtheatre.co.uk

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Saturday 24 November | 2pm – 4pm£2.50 per adult/child

A miniature disco designed with tiny dancersin mind, for all the family to enjoy.

Wednesday 5 – Saturday 8 December10.30am £7 adults, £6 children, £23 family

Be amazed by a live winter wonderland - seereal snow, make a snowman and join in witha massive snowball fight.

Friday 7 December | 7.30pm | £20

A rousing Christmas celebration – come along tohear new variations of familiar carols together witha selection of old favourites.

Saturday 8 December | 8.30pm | £15

It’s Chrisssssssssmasssss! Celebrate with Dan Nightingale,Hal Cruttenden and Danny McLoughlin (MC). 18+ only

Saturday 15 December | 8.30pm | £15

The best prezzie of all – Phil Nichol, Raymond &Mr Timpkin Review and Jason Cook (MC). 18+ only

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Saturday 22 December,Christmas Day & New Years Day9am | Albert Park

Come in festive attire to Albert Parkfor these feel good running sessions.

Saturday 22 December9am | Stewart Park

Come in fancy dress for theStewart Park Santa Run.

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Friday 16 November 10.30amRiverside Stadium

This popular event includes a winter lunch and a variety of stalls full of festive treats and gift ideas.Seeteessidehospice.org

Wednesday 5 December | 6.30pmMiddlesbrough Municipal Golf Club

An exciting event from Zoe’s Place, featuring beautiful stalls, a fashion show and the chance to buy high street fashion at heavily discounted prices. Tickets cost £5See zoes-place.org.uk

‘FASHION FROM A FIVER’ & CHRISTMAS SHOPPING EVENING

Open to runners of allages and abilities.

Running is FREE butplease register onlineparkrun.org.uk/register

Recharge! Grab some festive fuel at oneof Middlesbrough’s delightful eateries...

Mink 25 Corporation Road Olde Young Teahouse 84 Grange Road

Greggs Moment Cafe Hillstreet Centre Starbucks 86 Linthorpe Road

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Middlesbrough versus BlackburnRovers for a festive clash, at this traditionally well-attendedfamily fixture.

See mfc.co.uk

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STEWART PARKSANTA RUN PARLIAMENT ROAD

CHRISTMAS LIGHTSSWITCH ON Tuesday 27 November5pm - 7pm | FREE

Saturday 1 December7.30pm - Midnight

Festive event for world aids dayEmaillgbt@teessidepositiveaction.org.uk

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visitmiddlesbrough.com/Christmas or call 01642 729 900

We can provide this information in other languages,

large print, Braille, on CD or tape.

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Thursdays 15, 22 Nov 9am – 6pm

Thurs 6 Dec 9am - 7pm

Thurs 13 Dec 9am - 7pm

Mon 17 Dec 9am – 7pm

Tues 18 Dec 9am – 7pm

Wed 19 Dec 9am – 7pm

Thurs 20 Dec 9am – 8pm

Fri 21 Dec 9am – 7pm

Sat 22 Dec 9am – 6pm

Sun 23 Dec 10.30am – 4.30pm

Christmas Eve 9am – 5pm

Christmas Day Closed

Boxing Day 8am – 6pm

Thurs 27 Dec 9am – 6pm

Fri 28 Dec 9am – 5pm

Sat 29 Dec 9am – 5pm

Sun 30 Dec 10.30am – 4.30pm

New Year’s Eve 9am – 5pm

New Year’s Day Closed

Opening hours will vary from store to store and the times listed above promote the town centre’s general opening hours. We suggest you contact individual stores directlyfor specific opening hours.

*FREE parking at the Cleveland Centre after 4pm Thursday 6, 13 & 17 - 22, December. Cleveland Centre will be openuntil 9pm 17 - 21 December and until 8pm Saturday 22 December. FREE parking after 4 pm in all Council operated off street car parks for the Christmas Lights Switch On on 15 November and for the Thursday late night shopping startingon 6 December.

HAVE A WONDERFULCHRISTMAS INMIDDLESBROUGH

HIGHLIGHTS

SHOPPING HOURS

Thursdays 15, 22 Nov 9am – 6pm

NOVEMBER

DECEMBER

Thursday 15 November

From 5.30pm | 6.15pm Switch On

Middlesbrough Town Centre | FREE

Thursday 15 November

CHRISTMAS LIGHTSSWITCH ON

MIDDLESBROUGH FOOD& CRAFT MARKETFriday 30 November &Saturday 1 December | 9am – 4pmMiddlesbrough Town Centre

CHRISTMAS SHOPPING EVENTSaturday 17 November | 10am - 4.30pmmima, Centre Square

REINDEER PARADE

Sunday 18 November | 1pm

Middlesbrough Town Centre | FREE

OUTDOOR FILM FESTIVAL

Centre Square | FREE

IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE (U)Thursday 20 December | 6pm

POLAR EXPRESS (U)Saturday 22 December | 1pm