There's a little bit of Christmas magic coming to Loughborough this December, and it's set to be a real treat for the whole family!

From a flying car made famous by one of Britain's best-loved musicals to a magical ice kingdom, Santa's workshop and plenty of festive activities, Christmas Wonderland is bringing a whole host of Christmas cheer to the NSC Arena.

A Christmas treat for all the family

The star attraction is certainly one to get excited about – the incredible Chitty Chitty Bang Bang car will be making an appearance, giving visitors the chance to see the iconic vehicle up close!

But there's plenty more to keep everyone entertained, including:

• A chance to meet Santa and explore his toy workshop.

• A magical ice kingdom to discover.

• Christmas characters, games and festive crafts.

• Live Christmas music.

• S'mores by the fire.

• A live nativity with real people and animals.

• Fairground rides, food stalls and drinks.

There's even a family photo gift to take home as a special reminder of your visit.

Whether you're planning a festive family day out, bringing the grandchildren or meeting up with friends, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

Christmas magic without the big price tag

We know Christmas can be an expensive time of year, so it's lovely to see an event offering plenty of festive fun at an affordable price.

Tickets for Christmas Wonderland are just £5 per person when booked before 1 December, increasing to £6 from 2 December.

And if you're a big fan of the film, there's even more reason to visit!

From 8 to 10 December, the NSC Arena will also be hosting Chitty Chitty Bang Bang film watch-alongs, with family screenings and a singalong. Tickets are just £3 per person, making it a lovely way to get into the Christmas spirit.

Event details

Christmas Wonderland

Where: NSC Arena, No. 4 Belton Road West Extension, Loughborough, LE11 5XH.

When:

• Friday 11 December, 4pm–9pm.

• Saturday 12 December, 11am–6pm.

Tickets: £5 per person until 1 December, then £6 per person.

Visitors will need to book a specific arrival time.

Book your tickets: Christmas Wonderland – Ticket Tailor.

Chitty Chitty Bang Bang film watch-alongs: 8–10 December, with tickets at £3 per person. Find out more and book.

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