What’s on in December
Monthly entertainment guide, in partnership with Visit Hull
Oliver Twist
Hull Truck Theatre
November 28-January 4
Assorted prices
Join young Oliver Twist on the adventure of a lifetime in this festive adaptation of Charles Dickens’ classic novel.
Born into a life of poverty, raised in a workhouse and sold into an apprenticeship, Oliver escapes to London where he is befriended by the charismatic Artful Dodger and recruited into Fagin’s band of pickpockets and thieves.
After sinking into the grimy criminal underworld, Oliver is presented with an opportunity to change his fate… but will this be his chance to finally find a loving family and a place to call home?
Jam packed with songs and dance, including traditional much-loved carols, folk tunes and original music, Deborah McAndrew’s dramatic and highly theatrical adaptation returns to Hull Truck Theatre in another enchanting and mesmerising production.
Beauty and the Beast
Hull New Theatre
December 10-31
Assorted prices
One of the most romantic pantos of all time, Beauty and the Beast will be a spectacular and enchanting production for all the family.
Dreaming of a happier life, Belle finds herself transported to a cursed castle and held captive by a terrifying beast. To her surprise, the castle is full of magical characters placed under a spell by an evil enchantress.
Can Belle see beyond the monster and fall in love with her captor before the last petal falls from the enchanted rose?
Or will the Beast’s selfishness cost him the world he once knew and the hand of the girl who has melted his heart?
The Wizard of Oz
Social
December 18-29
Assorted prices
Presented by Middle Child Theatre Company, Hull lass Dorothy longs for adventure, away from the fat and batter of the Frying Nemo. But when a freak storm drops her chippy on top of a witch in the Land of Oz, she gets more than she bargained for.
Joined by reluctant pooch Toto and loudmouth dame Pattie Breadcake, Dorothy skips along the yellow brick road in search of a way back home.
But with a Scarecrow, Lion and Tin Man in tow – and a Wicked Witch hot on her heels – will Dorothy ever return to Hessle Road in one piece?
Family friendly and late-night versions.
THEATRE, FILM & MUSICALS
December 11-January 4
The Little Mermaid
Hull Truck Theatre
Join Coral and her friends on an under the sea adventure this festive season.
December 19-20
Cirque Wicked Wizard of Oz
Connexin Live
With a cast of 60, spectacular aerial stunts and amazing special effects, this international class arena show is the event of the year, not to be missed.
MUSIC
December 1
Reverend And The Makers
The Welly Club
A classic band comes to The Welly.
December 3
Afternoon Tea Dance with John Bowdler
Hull City Hall
Dance the afternoon away with the renowned organist for Blackpool Tower.
December 4
Nerina Pallot
Social
Critically acclaimed singer-songwriter brings her solo winter tour to Hull.
December 5
Showaddywaddy
Hull City Hall
Featuring all their biggest hits, come and join the ‘Dancin’ Party’.
Sambroso All Stars: Buena Vista Social Club
Social
Cuban Son, Latin Jazz and Rumba from Cuba’s Golden era.
I. JORDAN
Polar Bear Music Club
Bringing a unique blend of euphoric rave house.
December 6
The Beautiful Couch
Social
The Beautiful Couch head back to social for their annual Christmas party!
A Country Night in Nashville
Hull City Hall
Direct from The Royal Albert Hall.
Kingmaker
The New Adelphi Club
Hull’s very own indie rockers.
December 7
City of Hull Band Christmas Concert
Hull Minster
Join the City of Hull Band and the Youth Band for an evening of music.
The Magic of Motown
Connexin Live
Celebrating its 18th year touring in the UK.
The Snowman Film with Live Orchestra
Hull City Hall
A special screening of family-favourite The Snowman accompanied by a live orchestra.
December 8
Christmas Memories
Hull City Hall
Neil Sands and his amazing cast return with a brand-new Christmas Cracker!
Bryan Adams: Roll With The Punches
Connexin Live
Bryan brings his world tour to Hull this December.
December 10
Home Alone In Concert
Connexin Live
John Williams delightful score performed live to this beloved comedy classic.
Lunchtime Organ Showcase
Hull City Hall
With organist John Scott Whiteley.
December 11
Warm Exit + No Peeling
The New Adelphi Club
Paul Sarel celebrates his Mid-life crisis birthday bash
December 12
The Sole Bouncers
Social
High-energy ska/2 Tone.
A Fairytale For Christmas
Hull City Hall
The ultimate Irish Christmas concert is back for 2025!
The Smyths
The Welly Club
Celebrating 40 years of Meat is Murder.
December 13
The Total Stone Roses
The Welly Club
Celebrating the 35th anniversary of the eponymous Stone Roses gig at Spike Island.
Hull Choral Union – ‘Messiah’ Highlights by Candlelight
Hull Minster
Joined by soloists Jessica Kneeshaw, Ben Pieper and James Gaughan.
December 14
Carols at City Hall
Hull City Hall
Hosted by Hull Vineyard Church.
The East Coast Rockers – Christmas Special!
Service Station
Rock around the Christmas Tree!
December 16
Christmas with Anna Lapwood
Hull City Hall
An evening of festive organ music.
December 18
A Christmas Spectacular with AFO Choir
Hull City Hall
Over 350 sensational singers from a gold-award winning choir!
Shoppers Carols
Hull Minster
A favourite at the Minster for over 50 years.
December 19
Amy’s Winehouse Band
Polar Bear Music Club
With a full seven-piece band, including a brass section.
80s Mania
Hull City Hall
Featuring 28 chart topping icons lovingly recreated.
Fever Candlelight Concert – Christmas Movie Soundtracks
Hull Minster
Discover the music of Love Actually, Home Alone and more!
Fever Candlelight Concert – Hans Zimmer’s Best Works
Hull Minster
The music of Hans Zimmer under the gentle glow of candlelight.
The Garden Party Band
Service Station
A Mad Friday Christmas Special!
December 20
The Christmas Sing-Along
Princes Quay Shopping Centre
A joyful afternoon with a DJ spinning the best Christmas hits.
Polar Bear Jazz Club
Polar Bear Music Club
Experience the best modern jazz from top regional talent.
The Sherlocks
The Welly Club
With five top 20 albums and sold-out tours across the UK and Europe.
AudioFire Christmas Special
Service Station
Hull Rock Nights welcome AudioFire back for a Christmas special.
December 26
Boxing Day Be@ts
Service Station
Some of Hulls finest DJs playing house, trance and techno.
December 27
Primitive + Silver Tongue
The New Adelphi Club
Featuring musicians from Teeside to Wales to Berlin.
FESTIVALS, MARKETS & FOOD
December 6
Christmas Craft Fair
Hull Central Library
Unique gifts, perfect for Christmas.
Hull Record Fair
Hull Minster
Traders and record enthusiasts from across the UK come to show off the vinyls they have for sale.
December 7
Good Things Markets
Undercroft Car Park, Queen Street
The perfect place for that unique Christmas gift.
December 13
Christmas Fayre
Jubilee Central
Find the perfect Christmas gifts from our amazing local crafters and makers.
EXHIBITIONS, TOURS & TALKS
December 2-24
Lord Mayor’s Christmas Tree Festival
Hull Minster
Over 50 trees decorated by business, community groups and charities will fill the church.
December 11
Artist Talk: Wayne Wolton
Ferens Art Gallery
Wayne talks about his photograph, part of the Open Exhibition.
Until December 11
Tracks Through Time: The Story Of Hull’s Railways
Hull History Centre
A special exhibition exploring the history of the railway in Hull.
Affinity Without Finality by INTER_CHANGE artists
Humber Street Gallery
Showcasing new work by early-career artists Chloe Barker, Emily Fratson, Zivarna Murphy, Victoria Smith and Isaac Yeboah.
Until December 19
The Nearness Of Elsewhere
87 Gallery
Exhibition by artist Emma Prempeh, reflecting on her London upbringing and her African-Caribbean heritage.
Until January 25
Incognito by Cossi Fanni Tutti
Humber Street Gallery
This eponymous exhibition brings together many rare material items from Cosey’s personal archive never previously exhibited.
Until January 11
2025 Open Exhibition
Ferens Art Gallery
The annual open exhibition has celebrated local creativity since 1967.
Young Artist Open Exhibition
Ferens Art Gallery
Held annually since 2003, showcasing the creative talent of young local people.
December 2
Guided Tour of the Streetlife Museum of Transport
Streetlife Museum
All aboard for a guided tour of the Streetlife Museum!
December 4 & 7
Guided Tour of the Wilberforce House Museum
Wilberforce House Museum
Step inside Hull’s oldest museum on a guided tour of Wilberforce House Museum
Top events coming next month…
January 9
ELO Experience 2026
Hull New Theatre
January 16
London Symphonic Rock Orchestra
Connexin Live
January 18
A Brass Band Spectacular: Brighouse & Rastrick and City of Hull Band
Hull City Hall
January 20 - 24
Miss Saigon
Hull New Theatre
January 31
Dayrider Festival 2026
The New Adelphi Club
January 28 – February 1
The Lighting Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical
Hull New Theatre
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