A very British Christmas on the Costa del Sol

Missing a traditional British Christmas while on the Costa del Sol? These events bring all the nostalgia and festive fun you’re looking for.

Christmas panto…Oh yes, it is

For panto lovers, the Salon Varietes Theatre in Fuengirola is presenting its spectacular pantomime, Jack & The Beanstalk. Written by Nigel Holmes and directed by Keith Spitalnick, this annual pantomime promises “Fee-Fi-Fo-FUN for the whole family.”

Audiences can enjoy six performances from  December 19 to 23, with evening shows at 7:30 pm and Sunday matinees at 2 pm. The festive fun continues into the New Year, with performances from January 2 to 5 , featuring both matinees and evening shows. Perfect for families, the production brings traditional panto humour, dazzling choreography by Alexandra Avery, and plenty of interactive moments to keep everyone entertained.

Tickets are available at the English-speaking theatre box office and online, with wheelchair-accessible seating also offered.

For more information on the pantomime, visit the Salon Varietes Theatre website.

Deck the halls…with icing and cava

For those who prefer hands-on festive activities, iCafé Sotogrande is hosting an Adult Gingerbread House Workshop this Friday, December 5, from 7 pm to 9 pm. Participants will enjoy a glass of cava while crafting their own gingerbread masterpieces. Priced at €40 per person, these workshops are ideal for creating a gorgeous edible table centre-piece and some unforgettable Christmas memories with friends. Limited places are still available, but must be booked in advance.

More details on the gingerbread workshops can be found on iCafé Sotogrande’s Facebook page.

Whether you’re looking for the British humour and fun of a traditional panto or the sweet creativity of gingerbread making, the Costa del Sol has festive experiences for anyone craving a taste of UK Christmas tradition, and there’s no better way to get into the Christmas spirit this year.