December Events at the Corinium Museum
Throughout December
Discover what's on at Corinium Museum in December 2026, with festive family activities, Christmas storytelling, creative workshops, historic walks, ballet screenings and a free art exhibition in Cirencester.
Families can enjoy magical Stories with Santa, get creative with colourful mosaics and prehistoric mammoths, or experience the Christmas magic of The Nutcracker. History enthusiasts can also explore Roman and medieval Cirencester and discover the fascinating stories behind the town's historic pubs.
Cirencester Pubs Town Walk
Tuesday 1 December, 11am – 12.15pm
Discover the fascinating history of Cirencester's pubs and inns on a guided walk through the older parts of the town.
Royal Ballet and Opera: The Nutcracker
Tuesday 1 December, 7.15pm – 9.40pm
Sunday 13 December, 2pm – 4.30pm
£15.50–£17.50
Experience the magic of Christmas with The Nutcracker, one of the world's most beloved festive ballets, presented by the Royal Ballet and Opera.
Walking Roman Cirencester
Friday 11 December, 10.15am – 1.45pm
£30–£33
Join archaeologist Dr Alison Grierson-Brookes, former Head of Collections at Corinium Museum, for a fascinating half-day exploration of Roman Cirencester.
Medieval Cirencester Town Walk
Saturday 12 December, 11am – 12pm
£9–£10
Discover the monks, merchants and muddy streets of medieval Cirencester on a fascinating guided walk through the town's rich history.
Framed and Fired Art Exhibition
23 November 2026 – 4 January 2027
Free
Discover Framed and Fired, a free exhibition bringing together expressive landscape paintings and contemporary ceramics by two talented local artists.
Stories with Santa
Saturday 19 December, 11am – 12pm & 1.30pm – 2.30pm
£6
Celebrate Christmas with a magical visit to Corinium Museum, where families can meet Santa and enjoy a special festive storytelling experience.
Booking is essential, and both adults and children must have a ticket.
Create a Snowflake Mosaic Workshop
Monday 21 December, 10.30am – 12pm
£10–£12.50
Get creative this Christmas with a festive mosaic-making workshop inspired by the beauty of winter. All materials and instructions are provided. Booking is essential. Suitable for ages 8+.
Create a Seasons Mosaic Workshop
Tuesday 22 December, 10.30am – 12pm
£8–£10
Discover the fascinating mosaics of Roman Britain and explore how the changing seasons were represented in ancient artwork.Booking is essential. Suitable for ages 5+.
Mini Mosaics Workshop
Tuesday 29 December, 10.30am – 12pm
£12–£15
Explore the magnificent Roman mosaics at Corinium Museum before creating a colourful mosaic masterpiece to take home. All materials and instructions are provided. Booking is essential. Suitable for ages 8+.
Make a Winter Mammoth Model Workshop
Wednesday 30 December, 10.30am – 12pm
£10–£12.50
Travel back to the Ice Age for a fun and creative winter workshop. Booking is essential. Suitable for ages 6+
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