Christmas Pantomimes in Barnsley 2025
Christmas Pantomimes in Barnsley 2025
Get ready for festive fun in Barnsley this Christmas with a magical lineup of pantomimes!
Whether you're looking for a traditional family show or a modern twist on a classic, Barnsley's theatres are hosting fantastic performances throughout Christmas 2025 and into the New Year. Experience the excitement, laughter, and magic of pantomime this festive season!
Barnsley is the perfect destination for a fun-filled Christmas, with a variety of pantomimes lighting up stages across the town and beyond. From the heart of Barnsley’s vibrant town centre to the surrounding borough, families can enjoy magical performances that bring beloved fairy tales to life. Whether you’re a local or visiting Barnsley, there’s a pantomime waiting to make your Christmas truly special.
The arts and culture scene in Barnsley continues to thrive, offering something for everyone this festive season. With shows taking place across North, East, South, and West Barnsley, you can easily find a pantomime near you. Get ready to enjoy the ultimate family-friendly entertainment as Barnsley’s theatres bring the Christmas spirit to life with song, dance, and plenty of laughs.
Pantomimes in Barnsley this Christmas
| Show Name | Venue | Dates & Times | More information |
| Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs | Lamproom Theatre, Barnsley Town Centre | Date: 6 December 2025 – 3 January 2026
Time: 11am, 3pm and 7pm shows | Packed with laugh-out-loud comedy, sensational song, dazzling dance and plenty of boos and hisses for the whole family to enjoy, Christmas just wouldn’t be complete without the Lamproom Theatre pantomime and Snow White and The Seven Dwarfs promises to be the biggest, best and most magical show in town! Book your tickets: Grab your tickets for this enchanting show now! Event Link Price: £20 - £22 |
| Sleeping Beauty | Barnsley Civic, Barnsley Town Centre | Date: 6 -28 December 2025 Time: Various showtimes | Step into the magical world of Sleeping Beauty. Expect a dazzling production filled with spectacular costumes, laugh-out-loud comedy, enchanting songs, and plenty of audience participation. Don’t miss the chance to experience this timeless fairy tale brought to life on our stage. It’s the perfect festive treat to round off the year. Book your tickets: Don’t miss out – book your tickets today! Event Link
Price: £19.50–£23.50 |
| Beauty and The Beast | Dearne Playhouse, Goldthorpe (Barnsley East) | Date: 18-21 December 2025 | Come and join the Dearne Playhouse in December as they bring you a show full of laughter and madness, song and dance.Will the beast find true love? Will the Huntsman kill the Beast? Will the cakes be delivered on time? Join us this Christmas and find out! Book your tickets: Book your seats for this family favourite! Event Link
Price: £13–£15 |
| The Wizard of Oz | Penistone Paramount (Barnsley West) | Date: 22 - 31 January 2026 | Lions, tigers, and bears, oh my! The Penistone Theatre Group are proud to present this year’s annual pantomime: The Wizard of Oz! Get ready to be swept over the rainbow with Dorothy and Toto on their magical journey through Oz, but with our own ‘Wicked’ twist. From helping Glinda with magical spells, booing the Wicked Witch of the West (and her sisters), our show includes all the classic pantomime moments your kids will love (oh yes they will). Book your tickets: Start the new year with family fun! Event Link
Price: £12–£15 |
| The Big Christmas Sing-a-long | Penistone Paramount (Barnsley West) | Date: 20 December 2025 | A Family Singalong with Ralph Shaw and his Mistletoe Minstrels
Price: £9-£16 |
Celebrate Christmas in Barnsley with a trip to one of these fantastic pantomimes, and experience the magic of the season with your family! Whether you're enjoying a local performance or travelling across the borough, Barnsley has something special in store for everyone.
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