Sleeping Beauty
The Sands Centre's Christmas pantomime runs throughout December with daytime and evening performances.
Saturday 12 December 202614:00The Sands Centre →
AgeFamily pantomime; check official age guidance
FormatMultiple performances from 10 to 31 December
Tickets fromBetter Box Office
OrganiserThe Sands Centre
Choose a performance
26 upcoming
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Relaxed performance
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Relaxed performance
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BSL signed performance
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What to expect
Sleeping Beauty is The Sands Centre's main 2026 Christmas pantomime, with performances running from 10 to 31 December. The schedule includes morning, afternoon and evening shows, so families should select the correct date and time carefully when booking. The production may include strobe lighting, haze, loud bangs and pyrotechnics.
Accessibility
The Sands Centre provides step-free access, accessible toilets and accessible seating options. Relaxed performances are advertised for Tuesday 15 December and Wednesday 30 December 2026 at 2pm. The Wednesday 30 December 2026 performance at 6pm is BSL signed. Visitors needing access seating or an essential companion ticket should use the venue's Access Membership Scheme or contact the box office before booking.
Weather plan
Indoor event. Allow extra travel time if weather, flooding or road conditions affect Carlisle.
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