Coventry City Centre is a Winter Wonderland this year
Coventry city centre will be transformed into a winter wonderland thanks to an array of Christmas cabins packed with food and drink and along with a magical ice rink, all arriving in time for the festive season.
Taking up residence in Broadgate alongside a magical light curtain and adding to the traders who reside in Hertford Street, the cabins will offer mulled wine, hot chocolate, burgers, fancy fries, and other festive food, as well as fire pits to toast marshmallows.
Shop, Eat and Skate in Coventry this Christmas!
Festive Events in Coventry
Christmas Lights Switch On
Coventry’s annual Christmas lights switch on is back in November, with an evening of magical festive entertainment taking place in the city centre.
The family-friendly event will be held on Tuesday 15th November and will be presented by BBC CWR who will be opening the stage to some of the city’s local musical talent.
The Coventry City Council event, which will take place in Broadgate in the city centre, kicks off at 5:30pm and will run through to 8pm, a perfect evening to enjoy with family and friends experiencing the festivities in the city centre.
Date: 15th November 2022
Price: FREE
Skate into Coventry
Skate into Coventry!
The giant, magical outdoor ice-skating rink takes centre stage this festive season in Coventry city centre, Broadgate.
Wrap up warm, gather a group of friends and family, and immerse yourself in all things festive. Get your skates on and enjoy an amazing skating experience under the glorious winter sun with our daytime tickets, or skate under a star-studded sky with spectacular lightshow and music by night.
The festive food market completes the magical experience. Enjoy the full range of festive fare including Tennessee fried chicken, flame grilled BBQ, toasted marshmallows, and more.
Skate, eat, and be merry!
Age guidance: 5+ years, under 12 years must be accompanied by a skating adult.
Date: 25th November 2022
Price: Various
More information & booking: https://www.visitcoventry.co.uk/skate
Coventry Transport Museum sleigh ride
Meet Santa, ride the sleigh and make family memories to cherish at Coventry Transport Museum throughout the festive season.
Take a ride on an enchanting vintage sleigh, pulled by two trusty reindeer. Meet Santa, tell him your Christmas wishes, and collect your gift from our elf’s toy shop with your token. A magical feast of festive activities awaits
across the museum, as admission is included in the ticket price!
Follow the Christmas trail within the museum and get involved with the fun, festive activities across the museum galleries, along with free admission to the museum for the day.
Date: 3rd-23rd December 2022
Price: £11 per child
More information & booking: http://www.transport-museum.com/events/1550/visit-santa-vintage-sleigh-experience
West Orchards VR Ride
Welcome aboard! You’ve been specially selected test out Santa’s brand-new sleigh!
Housed in Santa’s sleigh lodge on level three of the shopping centre at West Orchards, Santa will welcome you to his sleigh lodge on level 3 of the shopping centre. He will show you a safety video and then take you through to the Virtual Reality Sleigh Ride…
Once on board, led by their very own D.A.S.H, you’ll be transported across the globe (and even into space!) as you test the sleigh on a trial flight before Christmas Eve. Hold on to your hats and antlers everyone, this could be a bumpy ride…
After the ride, children will chat with Santa for a few minutes and each child will receive a small chocolate gift. Seating up to 8 people, this virtual reality experience offers a perfect family attraction during the festive period!
You’ll be seamlessly transported into the virtual launch bay using our HD VR headsets. Your intrepid journey will soon begin, along with the incredible range of motions our sleigh has to offer; two front fans and surround sound for a fully immersive 4D experience. Tilting forwards, backwards and side to side, the sleigh’s movements have been specially designed to mirror those of the full 360-degree experience, creating a truly festive feast for the eyes!
The West Orchards Santa experience will fill you with festive cheer!
Date: 30th November – 24th December 2022
Price: £7.50 per person
More information & booking: https://www.westorchards.co.uk/magical-sleigh-ride-vr/
The Belgrade
Pantomime
This year’s legendary Belgrade pantomime is the enchanting tale of Jack and the Beanstalk – and it’s The Belgrade’s fastest selling panto ever!
Join the cast in the village of Prickly Bottom where the evil giant Blunderbore is causing havoc! What the village needs is a hero brave enough to climb up to the giant’s castle and send him packing. Will Jack and his mysterious beanstalk prove to be the heroes we are looking for? There’s only one way to find out!
Once again written by and starring Coventry’s favourite dame Iain Lauchlan, Jack and the Beanstalk will feature spectacular scenery, stupendous costumes, magical mayhem and a show stopping giant that make a trip to The Belgrade panto an unmissable Christmas treat for thousands of families every year. Funny, festive and extremely feel-good, don’t miss out on this absolute GIANT of a show.
Date: 23rd November 2022 – 7th January 2023
Price: From £15
More information & booking: https://www.belgrade.co.uk/events/jack-and-the-beanstalk/
Christmas for the little ones
Join Santa, Rudolph, Ellie the elf and her best friend Izzy in this Christmas cracker of a show for pre-school children this December.
Santa, Ellie, Izzy and Rudolph are all ready for Christmas: the sleigh is ready to fly, the workshop is decorated, the presents are all wrapped, But, Ellie, Izzy and Rudolf are having to embark on a mission to rescue Santa who has got himself stuck in the snow.
Santa’s Christmas Rescue is an interactive show that you and your little ones will be invited to join in with, full of songs, laughter and festive fun at The Belgrade.
Date: 8th-24th December 2022
Price: £15 for children/£12 for adults
More information & booking: https://www.belgrade.co.uk/events/santas-christmas-rescue/
Plant Ice A Christmas Carol
This season, Planet Ice presents a fun filled version of A Christmas Carol adapted by the Show & Skate class of amateur skaters and supported by their Professional On Tour cast.
The ultimate Christmas Classic for the entire family; journey with Ebenezer Scrooge and much-loved characters through a story of how the community can be transformed for the better through generosity, kindness, and compassion.
Will Scrooge be transformed into a kinder, gentler man? Will it be a “BAH HUMBUG!” or “GOD BLESS US, EVERYONE”? Guaranteed to fill the hearts of young and old with the spirt of Christmas.
Date: Tuesday 6th December 2022
Time: 6:00pm
Price: From £9.50
More information and booking: https://coventryskydome.com/event/a-christmas-carol-evening/
The Empire
Coming to Coventry on the Thursday 15th, Friday 16th and Saturday 17th of December. Decemberfest brings a Christmas party like no other to the Midlands.
Take a seat on your private table and prepare for a night of food, drink, steins, party bingo, oompah, prizes, music and more!
Give you and your guests a Christmas Party to remember this year. Whether you are attending as a group from work, or with family and friends, this showstopper event will be your highlight of the festive calendar.
Get dressed up in your Christmas jumper, Sunday best or lederhosen and come down to Coventry’s best Christmas event, taking place at HMV Empire Coventry.
Menu & Information: https://decemberfest.co.uk/
Christmas Food & Drink in Coventry
Bella Italia
The Bella Italia Christmas menu is available from November 15th – December 24th
Add some sparkle to your Christmas party at Bella Italia with their delicious Italian-inspired Christmas menus and friendly team members, they’ve got everything you need to plan a truly magical Christmas party.
Perhaps you’d like to toast to your colleagues with a cold glass of prosecco or enjoy a pasta-powered get-together with your closest friends.
Whatever your 2022 Christmas party plans, trust Bella Italia to make it a memorable one.
Information: https://www.bellaitalia.co.uk/christmas-party
Cosy Club
Have yourself a very Cosy Christmas, with opulent surroundings, twinkling chandeliers and flowing champagne at Cosy Club. The Christmas menu features fresh and modern festive favourites with 100% recyclable crackers, Christmas hats and lots of drinks options, the perfect option for your Christmas gathering.
Celebrate the greatest season with your friends and family by enjoying a full 3 course menu or pop in for a 2-course lunchtime treat. All festive menus are available from 23rd November – 24th December.
Menu: https://cosyclub.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Christmas-Main-Menu.pdf
Information: https://cosyclub.co.uk/christmas/
The Telegraph Hotel
Celebrate this Christmas in the iconic Telegraph Hotel. Perfect for family gatherings, friends, or a works get-together to celebrate the festive season in the Forme & Chase restaurant.
Maybe you’re looking to celebrate your Christmas party at the Telegraph Hotel on one of our Christmas party nights? Arrive to a glass of sparkling cranberry fizz from 7:15pm, enjoy a delicious three course meal at 8:00pm that includes half a bottle of wine per guest, then dance the night away until midnight.
Alternatively, make your own headline this Christmas by booking the Editors suite for your private use for lunch or party dinner bookings. Speak directly with the Telegraph sales team to tailor your perfect Christmas party package to suit your party needs.
Information: https://www.telegraph-hotel.com/christmas-2022/
Bistrot Pierre
Bistrot Pierre love the festive season and can’t wait to welcome each and every one of you. The talented chefs have worked hard curating new festive menus that are bursting with all their favourite, seasonal flavours and ingredients.
Whether it’s a party with your colleagues, the annual Christmas catch-up with friends or more of a family affair they have something to suit all.
Menu: https://www.bistrotpierre.co.uk/propeller/uploads/2022/10/04740-LBP-Christmas-Party-Menu.pdf
More Information: https://www.bistrotpierre.co.uk/christmas/
The Botanist
The festive season will soon be upon us, so the time for celebrating will begin. Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with The Botanist and indulge in a selection of seasonal showstoppers.
The dazzlingly decorated, picturesque venue offers an atmosphere like no other. Immerse yourself in live music, enjoy festive tipples and dig into delicious menus that bring Christmas cheer.
Keep the party going and request your favourite song to dance the night away with their talented live artists.
Menu: https://thebotanist.uk.com/assets/files/uploads/Botanist%20Set%20Christmas%20Menu%202022.pdf
More Information: https://thebotanist.uk.com/christmas
Slug and Lettuce
Slug and Lettuce are pulling out all of the stops to make sure Christmas 2022 is beyond amazing!
Expect magical cocktails, pretty lights, your fave festive tunes and more. Christmas 2022 is going to be the most magical one yet at Slug & Lettuce Coventry!
Get ready for some festive fun with their fabulous festive packages! This year The Slug and Lettuce have set out to bring you their best Christmas feasts and drink packages to make any festive party one to remember.
Indulge in sensational dishes like Turkey with all the trimmings or treat yourself to a new festive Slug & Lettuce favourite, the Pornstar Mochi!
The set menus are available as 2 or 3 courses, or if you are looking to book for a work gathering or larger festive party, they have the perfect buffet menus that caters to everyone’s needs.
Menu: https://www.spccs1.co.uk/MenuPdf/Slug%20_%20Lettuce%20Xmas%20Fayre%20Menu%20BC.pdf
More Information: https://www.slugandlettuce.co.uk/coventry/christmas
Castle Grounds
The Castle Grounds extraordinary Christmas menu is finally ready! With a mouth-watering set menu and buffet options for you to tuck into, you can celebrate Christmas the right way; with lots of food!
Menu: https://www.spccs1.co.uk/MenuPdf/SPK%20Festive%20Fayre%20menu%20B5.pdf
More Information: https://www.crafted-social.co.uk/castle-grounds-coventry/christmas
Las Iguanas
With all your Latin favourites, a few festive classics & happy hour all day every day, Las Iguanas is the perfect place for your celebration!
The Las Iguanas Christmas menu is available from November 14th – January 10th and this year they’re looking to set Christmas right back on track, and it’s set to be the best ever. There’s something on the menu for everyone, from a 2 or 3-course feast to the return of the late-night Bottomless Brunches, and plenty of delicious dishes in between for all tastes, so if you don’t fancy spicy, that’s okay.
If you’re looking for a place to host your Christmas party, Las Iguanas will help to make Your Christmas celebration a memorable one! That’s why they’d like to help you organise a package & experience that’s tailored completely to you. Our party organisers are here to help you with the finer details – if you’d like to find out more and discuss our unique party packages, complete the form below.
Menu: https://www.iguanas.co.uk/our-menu/food-menu?menucode=christmas
More Information: https://www.iguanas.co.uk/christmas
Turtle Bay
Christmas
Whether you fancy a post-work Bottomless with your team, late night 2’4’1 cocktails with your mates or a family reunion over dinner & drinks, we’re here to help you celebrate with Caribbean good times.
Caribbean Christmas is available from 21st November 2022 to 2nd January 2023.
New Year’s Eve
2 courses from £18.50* or 3 courses from £23.50* or you can also upgrade to enjoy 2 hours of Bottomless cocktails and 2 courses from £44 or 3 courses from £49*! Book for after 9pm to keep your table for the whole night & see in the New Year with us!
Menu: https://turtlebay.co.uk/menu
Information: https://turtlebay.co.uk/christmas
Belgrade Plaza Christmas Colouring competition
Look out for The Belgrade Plaza Christmas competition children’s colouring sheets – available to pick up in the theatre, PizzaExpress and Bella Italia. There’s a chance to win a voucher for one of our restaurants if your entry is picked as the winner.
You can also download the competition sheet from the website, plus there’s an activity pack available to download too – with fun activities to keep the little ones entertained over the festive season!
Keep an eye on our social channels for more activities and festive celebrations.
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