The Christchurch Living Advent Calendar returns from 1 - 19 December 2026, bringing 17 free live performances to venues across the town. Organised by Christchurch Rotary Club, the festive programme features local choirs, singers, musicians and entertainers, with each evening supporting a different charity. Discover the full schedule of performers, venues and times, and enjoy Christmas entertainment while supporting local causes.
7th November 2026
Christchurch Living Advent Calendar returns this December with 17 free live performances, bringing music, festive entertainment and charity fundraising to venues around town.
Organised by Christchurch Rotary Club, with support from Christchurch Town Council and BCP Council, the programme runs from Tuesday 1 to Saturday 19 December, with no Sunday performances. Most events begin at 6pm and last around 40 minutes, with an afternoon finale in Saxon Square.
Each performance supports a different charitable cause. Admission is free, with donations, raffle ticket sales and local sponsorship helping to raise funds. Venues and performers give their services free of charge.
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Location: The Priory, Christchurch
Time: 6pm
Bournemouth Male Voice Choir opens the programme at Christchurch Priory. The performance raises funds for The Priory, offering an opportunity to begin December with live choral music in one of the town’s best known historic buildings.
Location: Chicken & Blues, Christchurch
Time: 6pm
Singer Susie Kimber performs at Chicken & Blues, with the evening supporting the Water Lily Project. The Christchurch charity helps vulnerable women through periods of crisis and towards greater independence.
Location: The Boat House, Christchurch
Time: 6pm
Soda Pops bring the evening’s live entertainment to The Boat House. Funds raised will support Prama Life, which provides activities, groups and support for older people, including people living with dementia and their carers.
Location: The Sailing Club, Christchurch
Time: 6pm
Buoys N Gulls perform at The Sailing Club for an evening supporting the RNLI. The group’s sea shanties and songs of the sea make this a fitting stop for anyone who enjoys Christchurch’s coastal connections.
Location: Druitt Hall on the official homepage, with confirmation needed
Time: 6pm
Charlotte Brookes performs in support of Christchurch Cancer Research.
The official homepage and charities page name Druitt Hall, while the separate dates and venues page names the Red House Museum. Please check the confirmed location with the organisers before travelling.
Location: The Ship, Christchurch
Time: 6pm
Simon Lane brings his repertoire of classic swing and songs from the 1950s to The Ship. The evening supports Bournemouth Heart Club, which provides exercise and rehabilitation services for people with heart conditions and other long term health needs.
Location: Elim Church, Christchurch
Time: 6pm
Dorset Police Choir performs at Elim Church, raising funds for Lewis Manning Hospice. The charity supports people with life limiting illnesses and their families across the local area.
Location: The Regent, Christchurch
Time: 6pm
The Fifinellas take their turn in the Advent Calendar programme at The Regent. The evening raises funds for The Support Kabin, combining a visit to the town’s theatre with an opportunity to contribute to a local cause.
Location: The Priory School, Christchurch
Time: 6pm
A’Cappella Choir performs at The Priory School in support of Room to Reward. The charity recognises volunteers who give their time to help others by arranging donated hotel breaks.
Location: Red House Museum, Christchurch
Time: 6pm
Singer and songwriter Karl Lattimer performs at the Red House Museum. This evening’s fundraising supports the museum itself, giving visitors a chance to enjoy live music while contributing to a local cultural venue.
Location: Druitt Hall, Christchurch
Time: 6pm
Highcliffe Charity Players bring their performance to Druitt Hall, raising funds for Christchurch Food Bank. Make this your date if you would like to support local food assistance while enjoying entertainment from the theatre group.
Location: Ye Olde George Inn, Christchurch
Time: 6pm
Sara Harris performs at Ye Olde George Inn. The evening supports the local coastwatch cause identified in the organisers’ programme, helping the work of watchkeepers who monitor the coastline.
Location: The Captain’s Club, Christchurch
Time: 6pm
We Are Cadence perform at The Captain’s Club in support of Julia’s House. The children’s hospice charity provides practical and emotional support for families caring for children with life limiting or life threatening conditions.
Location: The Dome, Christchurch
Time: 6pm
Bee Chumley provides the evening’s entertainment at The Dome. Funds raised will support Macmillan Caring Locally, the charity supporting specialist palliative care at the Macmillan Unit at Christchurch Hospital and in the community.
Location: The Thomas Tripp, Christchurch
Time: 6pm
Nicole Motsernac performs at The Thomas Tripp, with the evening raising funds for Parkinson’s UK. Join the audience to enjoy live music and contribute to support for people affected by Parkinson’s.
Location: Somerford ARC, Christchurch
Time: 6pm
Lawlor School of Dance brings a dance performance to Somerford ARC. The evening raises funds for the community centre, which provides services and support for residents of Somerford and the wider Christchurch area.
Location: Saxon Square, Christchurch
Time: 2pm on the official homepage, with confirmation needed
Rock Choir closes the 2026 Living Advent Calendar with an afternoon performance in Saxon Square, supporting Rotary charities.
The official homepage and charities page give a 2pm start, while the separate dates and venues page states midday. Please check the final confirmed time before setting off.
Choose a favourite performer, support a cause close to your heart or try a venue you have not visited before. With free admission throughout the programme, the Living Advent Calendar offers a welcoming way to spend time in Christchurch while helping local charities.
There are no performances on Sunday 6 or Sunday 13 December. Check the latest information before travelling, particularly the venue for 5 December and the finale time on 19 December.
Visit the Christchurch Living Advent Calendar website for programme updates.
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