The Snow Queen

Cardiff Christmas Festival 2024

Available to 31 December 2024

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Get tickets for the best family Christmas show with the return of The Snow Queen at Cardiff Christmas Festival 2024!

Get tickets to The Snow Queen for the ultimate family Christmas show in Cardiff! Be swept away by this enchanting new musical adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen’s magical family adventure. Follow Gerda on a thrilling and whimsical journey to rescue her best friend Kai before he’s lost forever in the Snow Queen’s icy palace!

Step into a world where flowers sing, animals talk, and the power of friendship conquers all! Bring the entire family and dive into the wonder and joy of The Snow Queen - an unforgettable family Christmas experience set in the magical and intimate Spiegeltent at Cardiff Christmas Festival!

Show details:

  • Dates: 12th to 31st December 2024
  • Running Time: 75 minutes with no interval
  • Seating: Please arrive early. Seats aren't allocated and rely on a first-come, first-served basis.

More about Cardiff Christmas Festival

After the show, step into the holiday spirit as you explore the gourmet food tents, brimming with delicious treats. Just outside the Spiegel Theatre, you'll find a charming village area featuring seasonal artisan street food and a bar under a covered marquee.

Whether you crave traditional yuletide favorites or contemporary culinary delights, there's something for everyone to enjoy!

The bar will offer a variety of festive beverages, including warming gluhwein, spiced cider, prosecco, wines, spirits, beers, and an assortment of non-alcoholic and soft drinks. You can also enjoy gourmet hot chocolate, teas, and coffees.

Don't miss out on these festive and unique activities, book your tickets now and have them delivered to you instantly via email and SMS!

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How To Find Us

All events take place within the grounds of Sophia Gardens, at the address: Glamorgan County Cricket Club, Sophia Gardens, Cardiff, CF11 9XR

By foot: 

The most popular and pleasant means of reaching Sophia Gardens from Cardiff Central Station is on foot. The final part of the 15-minute leisurely stroll takes you along the banks of the River Taff through Bute Park and the grounds of Cardiff Castle.

By bike: 

A popular way to travel to the Stadium is by bicycle and we are in the ideal location to do so i.e. via the Taff Trail which runs from Cardiff Bay to Brecon. The Stadium has more than 30 cycle parking spaces located underneath the Jellyfish Family stand.

By coach: 

Regular high-speed coaches leave for Cardiff from many major locations in the UK – the National Express terminus is in Sophia Gardens, just a few minutes walk from the gardens.

By bus: 

Cardiff Bus services run regularly between Cardiff Central Station and Cathedral Road (adjacent to Sophia Gardens Cardiff). Routes going via Cathedral Road include:

  • Number 25 Circular Service to Llandaff North and North Road
  • Number 62 Service to Llandaff, Danescourt, Pentrebane, Fair Water & Canton.
  • Number 63 service Ffordd Berllan, Central Station, Radyr to Llandaff.

By car: 

From London: Travel time is approximately 3 hours via the M4 Westbound.

From Birmingham: Travel time is approximately 2.5 hours via M5 Southbound and then the M4 Westbound.

From the East: Exit the M4 at Junction 29 and follow the A48M towards Llandaff. Join Cardiff Road. The stadium is situated off Sophia Close which is on Cathedral Road.

From the West: Exit the M4 at Juntion 33. Follow the A4232 for 6.2 miles and exit on the slip road onto Leckwith Road. Follow the A4161 and then turn left onto Cathedral Road (A4119). Turn right onto Sophia Close where the Stadium is situated.

  • Toilets
  • Food & Drink
  • Bar
  • Picnic tables and chairs
  • Outdoor heaters

Yes, The Spiegel Theatre has an area for push along wheelchairs.

Dogs can not be admitted to any of the shows, with the exception of guide dogs. 

Yes. The Snow Queen shows on Sunday Dec 14th at 12 and 3pm are designated as BSL and relaxed performances.

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