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No Christmas would be complete without a performance of Handel’s Messiah, a profoundly joyful moment in the festive season.
Snape Maltings Concert Hall
A spectacular new music and dance show bursting with energy and a generous sprinkling of festive magic.
Join Scottish folk singer Iona Lane and Indian classical vocalist Ranjana Ghatak for a spine-tingling concert as they share the first sounds of their debut collaborative album.
Jerwood Kiln Studio, Snape Maltings
Join us for an unforgettable Open Session as British-Bolivian theatre artist and choreographer Jennifer Jackson shares the first glimpse of FOLK LIKE US – a bold new performance in the making.
Britten Studio, Snape Maltings
A firm favourite in the Britten Pears Arts Christmas calendar, come and join us to greet Father Christmas as he sails around the narrows of the winding River Alde and disembarks at Snape Maltings Quay.
Snape Maltings
Join the musical stars of Brassed Off for an enchanting evening of seasonal music interspersed with some brass band classics.
Father Christmas is making a special stop at Snape Maltings, and you’re invited to join him for a festive breakfast to remember.
River View Café & Bar, Snape Maltings
Join us for a special reveal of the 2026 Aldeburgh Festival, led by the programmers and artists from whose vision the Festival is created.
Quickstep back in time to enjoy afternoon tea in the Britten Studio, alongside the opportunity to waltz and foxtrot to a live band.
Join Mini Music Makers at Snape Maltings for a fun, Christmassy session of music, play and exploration.
Make your own Christmas wreath with evergreens from the beautiful country garden of The Red House.
The Red House, Aldeburgh
Hayden Thorpe brings Ness to life, transforming Robert Macfarlane’s words into a spellbinding musical experience featuring the ethereal voices of London’s SYRINX contemporary choir.
Orford Church
Join us for a festive sing-a-long followed by warming drinks and mince pies.
The Red House Garden, Aldeburgh
Eight exceptional young artists present their new ideas developed during their week-long course as part of the Britten Pears Young Artist Programme.
A dazzling orchestral experience with John Wilson and his Sinfonia of London performing a festive feast of Christmas classics.
Come and sing favourite Christmas pop songs from Slade to Shakin’ Stevens and Wizard to Wham!
