Illustration of carolers with songbooks and lanterns on church steps in the snow (Christmas at the Movies by Candlelight)
Christmas Shows

Christmas at the Movies by Candlelight

Guests experience a festive concert by London Concertante featuring music from beloved holiday films. The performance showcases scores and classic songs from cinematic favourites such as Home Alone, The Polar Express, Elf, Love Actually, and The Muppet Christmas Carol. Set in the cathedral, the programme also includes nostalgic melodies from White Christmas and It's a Wonderful Life.

Sat, Nov 28, 2026 All ages

Plan Your Visit

Tickets

VIP £63.85 (£60.00 + £3.85 fees, including taxes); Band A £48.02 (£45.00 + £3.02 fees, including taxes); Band B £36.41 (£34.00 + £2.41 fees, including taxes); Band C (Restricted View) £25.00 (£23.19 + £1.81 fees, including taxes). VIP includes reserved seating in the front section of the main nave, a complimentary drink from the bar, and a CD of your choice to collect from the CD desk on the concert night. The VIP information section also describes reserved seating in the front two rows of the nave.

Hours

Doors open 6:45 pm; concert begins 7:30 pm.

Neighborhood

The Close

Food & Drink

A bar is available, and VIP tickets include a complimentary drink.

Parking

Limited Blue Badge parking is available within Cathedral Close, and taxi drop-off points are near the entrance.

Accessibility

Norwich Cathedral provides step-free access, wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and an induction hearing loop.

Pets

Assistance dogs, including guide dogs, are welcome throughout the cathedral.

Location

Norwich Cathedral · The Close, Norwich, NR1 4DH Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 ⚪ ⚪ (3/5)

Best For

Festive film-music and orchestral concert fans

Vibe

Festive and nostalgic

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Arrive near the 6:45 pm doors opening to choose seats early, since seating is unreserved within each ticket band.
  • Allow about two hours for the concert, including its short interval, when planning your evening.
  • Use the taxi drop-off points near the entrance if arriving by taxi for convenient access.
  • Blue Badge parking in Cathedral Close is limited, so take care when planning an accessible arrival.
  • Take care on paths and surfaces around Cathedral Close, which may be uneven at this historic site.

Special Events & Promotions

  • VIP tickets include reserved seating, a complimentary bar drink and a CD to collect on the concert night.

Links & Contact

Run by London Concertante

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Frequently Asked Questions

What music is included in the concert?

The programme features music from films including Home Alone, The Polar Express, Elf, Love Actually, The Muppet Christmas Carol, White Christmas and It’s a Wonderful Life.

How long should I allow for the performance?

The concert lasts approximately two hours, including a short interval.

How does seating work?

Seats are unreserved within each separate band and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

What does a VIP ticket include?

VIP tickets include reserved seating in the front section of the nave, a complimentary drink from the bar and a CD to collect on the concert night.

Is the cathedral accessible for wheelchair users?

There is step-free access through designated entrances, wheelchair-accessible spaces, accessible toilets and an induction loop. Some paths around Cathedral Close may be uneven.

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