Winter Festival

Glow Christmas Lights Switch On  - 12 November

Join us in the town centre (beside House of Fraser and Debenhams) on Thursday 12 November at 5.30 pm for a 6.15 Switch On with Middlesbrough Theatre’s very own Panto Fairy, Jean Fergusson (Marina in Last of the Summer Wine). This fun-filled and highly popular event supported by Real Radio promises plenty of family entertainment to get you in the festive spirit.

Why not stop by mima's shopping event, taking place the same evening until 8pm with a free glass of fizz to toast the season. 

Magic Singh & Jigantica - 19 November

Magic Singh & Jigantica - 19 November brings Magic Singh a superb magical entertainer and Jigantica a giant, illuminated figure. Both promise to leave you dazzled and mystified.

Sarruga Street Procession 26 November

Spanish company Sarruga come to Middlesbrough on Thursday the 26 November at 6.00pm. A welcome return from the people who brought the incredibly popular and visually spectacular Insects and Dragons last year, Sarruga Fish promises to provide a stunning parade of sea creatures through the town. More information »

Red Hot Santas & Rudolph - 3 December

Red Hot Santas & Rudolph - 3 December - Red Hot Santas perform your favourite Christmas tunes as you have never heard them before. Their swing, ska, funk and jazz versions will soon have everybody’s feet tapping. Plus a special visit from Santa & Rudolph.

Betty Twinkle & FlameOz - 10 December

Betty Twinkle & FlameOz - 10 December - Betty Twinkle a sweet and funny fairy astride a fat and friendly robin will enchant kids of all ages while FlameOz will astound you with their fire artistry.

Outdoor Film It's a Wonderful Life - 10 December

Come and see your favourite festive films in an outdoor setting on the Big Screen in Centre Square. Limited seating will be available. Don't forget to bundle up!

It's a Wonderful Life will be screened on Thursday 10 December at 6.00pm.

Bruce Airhead & Runaway Christmas Tree Fairy - 17 December

Bruce Airhead & Runaway Christmas Tree Fairy - 17 December - Bruce Airhead performs his unique, high energy, family show as Santa plus a spectacular Runaway Christmas Tree Fairy makes her way about town.

Christmas Carol Big Sing - 17 December

Christmas Carol Big Sing - 17 December - Join in with all your favourite Christmas Carols and songs led by Middlesbrough Town Hall Community Choir as part of BBC Choirs Sing Project in Centre Square.

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Middlesbrough Winter Festival 2009

Glitter and glow in Middlesbrough this Christmas. Parades, exhibitions, pantos, street performers and more combine into a fabulous Winter Festival.

Public Transport and Cycling Information

Travel information in the Tees Valley »

Traffic restrictions

Traffic restrictions will be in place for the Reindeer Parade on 15 Nov, Sarruga Fish on 26 Nov, and the Lantern Parade on 13 Dec. Take this into consideration when you plan your journey.

Parking during the Winter Festival 2009

During the Middlesbrough Winter Festival there is free parking on Thursdays after 4pm in The Mall and Council car parks only.

Parking all day Saturday in the Zetland car park will be £1.50.

Town Centre Car Park Map Download

Our car park map shows locations and details of facilities available. Map download »

Middlesbrough Shopmobility

Middlesbrough Shopmobility
1st floor car park
Hillstreet
Middlesbrough
TS1 1TE
Tel. 01642 254545
info@middlesbroughshopmobility.co.uk
http://www.middlesbroughshopmobility.co.uk/

There is always free parking for the disabled

The Council allows free parking without time limits in all its pay and display car parks for disabled badge holders. This provision applies to all spaces in all types of car parks (long, short and limited-stay) and not just in dedicated disabled bays.

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