Elf The Musical - Glasgow

Elf: The Musical Arena Spectacular 2024
Available until 29 December 2024

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"You'd have to be a cotton-headed ninny-muggins!" to not enjoy this show...

Elf The Musical brings the beloved holiday film to life on stage, telling the story of Buddy, a human raised by elves, as he travels from the North Pole to New York City to discover his true identity and the essence of Christmas.

With its infectious songs, vibrant choreography, and heartwarming tale of love and friendship, this feel-good show is sure to leave you smiling and filled with holiday cheer!

Elf the Musical at OVO Hydro, Glasgow:

  • Dates: 28th- 29th December 2024
  • Times: 1pm, 7pm
  • Age guidance: Suitable for all ages!
  • Location: OVO HYDRO, Exhibition Way, Stobcross Rd, Glasgow G3 8YW
  • For seating planner: Refer to 2nd image above

"This national touring production is packed with Broadway pizzazz, breathtaking aerial stunts and fun crowd - including a giant snowball fight... With a flying Santa sleigh, giant candy canes and North Pole glaciers, the show is a winter wonderland bought to life," - The Gazette

About Elf The Musical

The beloved Hollywood blockbuster has been transformed into an awesome grand live arena show for this Christmas season. Featuring:

  • A massive stage with stunning film backdrops on a huge LED screen
  • A mobile stage that moves through the auditorium so everyone gets an up-close view
  • Santa’s flying sleigh
  • An audience snowball fight
  • An indoor snowstorm
  • A giant candy cane journey from the North Pole
  • Aerial cirque performers
  • And giant TV screens to ensure you don’t miss any of the spectacular moment

Don't miss out on this incredibly festive family show, get your tickets now and have them delivered instantly via email and SMS!

Location
Cooperage Place,
Lanarkshire,
G3
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How To Find Us

Train

There are more than 20 direct trains per day from London. Direct trains from Edinburgh run every 15 minutes on weekdays. 

Scotrail is the main operator in Scotland and has information on the West Highland Line, the North Highland Line and Caledonian Sleepers (overnight trains from Scotland to London). 

Once in the city centre, the SEC is a three-minute train ride from Glasgow Central. If you arrive at Queen Street, you’ll need to walk or get a bus to Central to continue your journey by train.

The SEC has its own dedicated railway station – Exhibition Centre – allowing easy access from the city centre and suburbs. There are six trains an hour (around every 10 minutes) from Glasgow Central station, departing from Platform 17 (low level).

Bus

The X19 Stagecoach service operates near to the Scottish Event Campus, stopping on Finnieston Street only a few minutes’ walk from the venues.

Facilities
  • Bar
  • Toilets
  • Car Parking
More Info
Is Elf: The Musical suitable for young children?

Elf is the perfect family show for children of any age. The incredible show-stopping moment when you see Santa’s sleigh flying in the arena is certain to spark your Christmas cheer, and will create lasting memories of the magic of Christmas.

How long is Elf: The Musical?

The runtime of the show is two hours plus a twenty-minute interval.

How early should I arrive before the performance of Elf: The Musical begins?

In the arenas there will be pre-show entertainment starting up to one hour before the show is due to start, so make sure to arrive with plenty of time to get warmed up into the Christmas spirit!

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