Celebrating the spirit of togetherness this Christmas at Warwick
Warwick is bringing together its students, staff and the local community to celebrate the spirit of togetherness this Christmas with a diverse programme of activities, events and shows.
Celebrations kick off next Wednesday (29 November) with a festive Christmas Market and traditional switch-on of the 25-ft tall Norway spruce Christmas tree lights. Festive tunes will fill the air from Warwick’s award-winning acapella group The Leamingtones and the University Choir. A free twinkling light trail will fill the courtyard behind the Piazza, providing a quiet slice of festive beauty.
Celebrations fill December starting with the Warwick Christmas Lectures. In anticipation of each captivating performance, we're inviting the public to complementary interactive live labs, designed to unveil an array of Yuletide wonders. Here, attendees will have the unique opportunity to engage with our students as they showcase intriguing exhibits—from the quirky world of fuzzy bacteria to the cutting-edge technology of solar racing cars, and even a superconducting train that levitates. We will also discover whether AI is any good at designing Christmas cards and the links between colour, Chemistry and Christmas.
Professor Emma Flynn, our Provost, said:
“At a time when there is so much focus on issues and views which divide us, Christmas offers a moment which actively brings us together to spend time with family, friends and colleagues – and enjoy a collective sense of belonging and community. At Warwick, we are offering a wonderful programme of festive events to appeal to staff, students and our wider community to come and celebrate the season on campus. We can promise a very warm welcome to everyone and offer something to suit all ages.”
What's on
The Gruffalo
There’s fun for all ages with performances of The GruffaloLink opens in a new window in Warwick Arts Centre’s Theatre throughout the festive season. Before each performance there’s a free activity in the magical woodland foyer where you can make your own creature-inspired Christmas bauble or dress up in a woodland disguise to become a snake or a mysterious mossy being.
Calming Christmas
For those feeling daunted by the Christmas frenzy, scientists will unlock the biology of stress in a free lecture on 5 December,Link opens in a new window giving you tips on how to have a stress free one.
There’s also a free mindfulnessLink opens in a new window session or relaxed yoga in the Mead galleryLink opens in a new window to help soothe the soul.
Events for families
Frazzled parents can bring little ones to a free musical picnicLink opens in a new window and enjoy a wintry walk around the sculpture trailLink opens in a new window afterwards. Festive cheer will fill the air as David O’Doherty leads a comedy showcaseLink opens in a new window and Vir DasLink opens in a new window wows with his stand-up.
Then, beat the January blues with Dick WhittingtonLink opens in a new windowLink opens in a new window by local theatre group Three Spires Guildhall and the continuing run of the new Wonka filmLink opens in a new windowLink opens in a new window.
For music lovers
Music lovers can enjoy the premiere of a winter musical fantasia from The UnthanksLink opens in a new window as well as spectacular well-known Christmas classical music from the HalleLink opens in a new window, the Symphony Orchestra of IndiaLink opens in a new window, folk music from The Young’unsLink opens in a new window and an uplifting Gospel ChristmasLink opens in a new window concert.
Markets and festive food
A seasonal makers marketLink opens in a new window will fill the Arts Centre Foyer on 6 December with an array of affordable sustainable present ideas. Festive fayre will also be available across campus, ranging from gingerbread lattes to Christmas cookies.
BenugoLink opens in a new window is offering a special Christmas menu providing a relaxing opportunity to catch up with friends and loved ones as the season unfolds.
Book now
For a full roundup of seasonal fun, explore the Christmas-related events and activities taking place on campusLink opens in a new window or look at the Warwick Arts Centre websiteLink opens in a new window.
