Searching for a panto, music or movies? Here's 10 of the best to look out for...
5. Family Theatre
The Princess and the Pea, at The Stables, Wavendon, December 21 to January 2. Set in the Museum of Forgotten Things, three musical curators tell the amazing tale of the museum’s artefacts, including the mystery of a little green pea, in a fun-packed show. Visit stables.org to book.
6. Pantomime
Jack and the Beanstalk, at Milton Keynes Theatre, until January 8. Starring Britain’s Got Talent winners, street dance sensations Ashley Banjo & Diversity, Jack and the Beanstalk promises to be a giant adventure for all the family. Theatregoers will follow Jack and climb a beanstalk of enormous proportions to cloudland. Doomed to sell his trusty cow, Jack will fight to save the beautiful princess, outwit the evil giant and win riches beyond his wildest dreams, and the hand of the girl he loves. Visit atgtickets.com/MiltonKeynes to book.
7. Children's fun
Meet Father Christmas, at Milton Keynes Museum, December 18, 19. Father Christmas has specifically asked to set up his grotto at Milton Keynes Museum so he can meet as many of Milton Keynes’ good boys and girls as possible this weekend. Visit miltonkeynesmuseum.org.uk for details.
8. Music
Albion Band Christmas Show, at The Stables, Wavendon, December 22. Featuring the combined talents of Simon Nicol, Kellie While, Simon Care and Ashley Hutchings MBE, the ever-popular show takes audiences on a guided tour through the Christmas customs of Britain. Visit stables.org to book.