Pantomimes · Christmas 2026
Pantomimes near Glasgow
The 2026 pantomimes season has finished. These were this year’s listings; we’ll update them for 2027.
On next in Glasgow: Bonfire Night near Glasgow · Santa’s grottos near Glasgow · Christmas markets near Glasgow
We’ve checked 3 pantomimes within 1 miles of Glasgow for Christmas 2026. 3 have confirmed 2026 dates. The first opens on Wednesday 18 November (The Snaw Queen).
Where prices are published, entry is £19 a ticket. 3 have a relaxed performance.
On this weekend
Based on each listing’s first and last dates. Some run on selected days only, so check times before you set off.
- ✓ 2026 dates confirmed
The Snaw Queen
Tron Theatre, Glasgow · 1 mile from Glasgow
- When
- Wed 18 Nov – Thu 31 Dec
- Price
- From £19
- Booking
- Book ahead
- Starring
- Johnny McKnight, Julie Wilson Nimmo
- Age guidance
- Recommended age 7+
- Type
- Professional panto
Dates: Wed 18 Nov – Thu 31 Dec 2026
Prices: From £19 (previews), £21 (21 Nov–20 Dec), £23 (22–31 Dec); higher tiers up to £32
Recommended age 7+. Relaxed Wed 9 Dec 7pm; BSL Fri 4 Dec 1pm and Sun 6 Dec 6pm; audio described Wed 2 and Sat 12 Dec; captioned Fri 27 and Sat 28 Nov.
Under-5s: Not suitableChecked Mon 2 Nov · source: tron.co.uk Tickets - ✓ 2026 dates confirmed
Goldilocks and the Three Bonnie Bears
Pavilion Theatre, Glasgow · run by Imagine Theatre
- When
- Thu 26 Nov – Sun 10 Jan
- Price
- Not published
- Booking
- Book ahead
- Starring
- Liam Dolan, Grado, Stephen Purdon
- Age guidance
- Suitable for ages 3 and up
- Running time
- 125 minutes
- Type
- Professional panto
Dates: Thu 26 Nov 2026 – Sun 10 Jan 2027
Suitable for ages 3 and up; about 125 minutes with a 20-minute interval. BSL, audio described, captioned and relaxed performances are scheduled.
Checked Mon 2 Nov · source: imaginetheatre.co.uk Tickets - ✓ 2026 dates confirmed
Aladdin
King's Theatre, Glasgow · 1 mile from Glasgow · run by King's Theatre Glasgow (ATG)
- When
- Sat 21 Nov – Sun 3 Jan
- Price
- Not published
- Booking
- Book ahead
- Type
- Professional panto
Dates: Sat 21 Nov 2026 – Sun 3 Jan 2027
Relaxed performance on Thu 17 Dec 2026.
Checked Mon 2 Nov · source: atgtickets.com Tickets
Compare at a glance
| Name | Where | When | From | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Snaw Queen | Glasgow (1 mi) | Wed 18 Nov – Thu 31 Dec | £19 | Book ahead |
| Goldilocks and the Three Bonnie Bears | Glasgow | Thu 26 Nov – Sun 10 Jan | — | Book ahead |
| Aladdin | Glasgow (1 mi) | Sat 21 Nov – Sun 3 Jan | — | Book ahead |
Get the Glasgow Christmas updates
One email when it happens, nothing else. Unsubscribe with one click.
We use your email only for the alerts you tick. See our privacy notice.
Common questions
When do pantomimes near Glasgow open in 2026?
Confirmed so far: The Snaw Queen (Wed 18 Nov); Aladdin (Sat 21 Nov); Goldilocks and the Three Bonnie Bears (Thu 26 Nov). Every listing shows the date we last checked it.
Who is in the pantomimes near Glasgow this year?
The Snaw Queen: Johnny McKnight, Julie Wilson Nimmo; Goldilocks and the Three Bonnie Bears: Liam Dolan, Grado, Stephen Purdon.
Are there relaxed pantomime performances near Glasgow?
Yes: The Snaw Queen, Goldilocks and the Three Bonnie Bears and Aladdin have a relaxed performance. They have a calmer atmosphere for children who find theatres hard.
More in Glasgow
- Pumpkin picking near Glasgow7 pumpkin farms
- Halloween events near Glasgow17 Halloween events
- Bonfire Night near Glasgow10 fireworks displays
- Santa’s grottos near Glasgow13 Santa’s grottos
- Christmas markets near Glasgow9 Christmas markets and fairs
- Christmas parties near Glasgow11 Christmas party options