Everyone is welcome at the Gregson this Christmas!

The lights are twinkling, the fire’s roaring and the mulled wine is flowing.

We have so many activities and events for all tastes, from quizzes and crafts to concerts and carol singing. Take a look!

Saturday 30th November – Bauble Painting
All materials provided – plus you’ll even get a free tea/coffee and a mince pie! 10.30am-12.30pm
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Sunday 1st December – Christmas Decoration Making for under 12s
Come and get crafty and make some Christmas Decs for the Gregson community Christmas Tree or one to take home. 1.30-3.30pm
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Sunday 1st December – Gregson Family Quiz
Sharpen your pencils…Join Andy East for our December Family Quiz! Free fun for all ages. 4-5pm
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Crafty Kids

Monday 2nd December – Christmas Craft and Chat
Come along to a special Christmas edition of our volunteer-led craft and chat group. 11am-12pm
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Monday 2nd December – Charity Quiz Night
Hosted by quizmaster Phil – socialise, and compete to win a bottle of fizz – all in the name of raising money for Lancaster & District Homeless Action Service. 7-8.30pm
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Wednesday 4th, 11th & 18th December – Live Festive Jazz
Our weekly informal jazz night with a festive twist! 7-9pm
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Thursday 5th December – Christmas Crafty Kids
A special festive edition of our monthly under 12s craft group run by Gregson volunteers and designed with children with ASD and ADHD in mind. 11am-12.30pm
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Friday 6th December – Festive Benefits!

A foot stomping gig with the Balkanics, Mr Saturday Night and Ruth Eliza 7.30pm-late

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Saturday 7th December – Christmas Maker’s Market
Whether you’re after some lovely Christmas gifts for your loved ones, or just want to treat yourself, make sure you shop local this Christmas time! 11am-4pm
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Saturday 7th December – Santa’s Grotto and Craft Workshop
Santa is back at the Gregson and is taking up residence in the Secret Cinema. After your visit to see him and get your free gift, you can enjoy Christmas Crafts in the Meeting Room next door. 1-3.30pm
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Sunday 8th December – Bauble Painting
All materials provided – plus you’ll even get a free tea/coffee and a mince pie! 11am-1pm
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Sunday 8th December – Christmas Bookmaking
This Christmas, why not try your hand at a new craft? Learn to make a book from scratch! Come along, choose your paper and cover designs and learn how to bind a Coptic Stitch book under guidance of Han Fleet. 1-3pm
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Santa’s Grotto

Pub Folk Carolling

Sunday 8th December – Beer and Carols
Join Kings Community Church for some festive carols in the Cafe Bar. With the fire roaring and tree lights twinkling, there’s no better way to get in the festive spirit! 5-6pm
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Sunday 8th December – Repair Cafe
Don’t buy a gift, repair a gift this Christmas! The Repair Cafe is designed to eliminate waste by coming together to repair items, share skills and share tools. 6-8pm
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Tuesday 10th December – Pub Folk Carol Singing
Join Lakeland Voices community choir singing Folk Carols in the Gregson Cafe Bar. 6pm
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Saturday 14th December – Queer Boots Christmas Party
Dance the night away with Queer Boots!
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Monday 16th December – Chr-Improv
Join local comedy improve troupe Your Hot Neighbour for a night of improvised comedy! Your suggestions will directly impact a collection of Christmas inspired scenes and games.
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Tuesday 17th December – Free Port and Mince Pies
As is Gregson tradition, the trustees of the charity will be saying thank you to everyone in our community and handing out free port and mince pies.
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Wednesday 18th December – Gladly Solemn Christmas Concert
Join the Gregson’s longest running community choir for their annual Christmas concert! Raising money for Double Joy Orphanage in Kenya. 7.30-9.30pm
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Tuesday 19th December – Bauble Painting
All materials provided – plus you’ll even get a free tea/coffee and a mince pie! 7.30-9.30pm
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‘Your Hot Neighbour’ Improv Group

Queer by Gum

Friday 20th December – Global Link Christmas Party
Dance to music from around the world. Free for asylum seekers and refugees. 8pm
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Sunday 31st December – New Queer’s Eve
Queer By Gum are back at the Greggie with New Queer’s Eve 2024! Expect another fabulous night with DIY jukebox and a selection of queer bobs to bring in the New Year. Times TBC
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What’s your favourite Christmas Film?

Why not join family and friends and show it in Lancaster’s Secret Cinema?

You can show any film you like! Seating a max of 25 people out Secret Cinema is just £15 an hour. It’s affordable all hire income supports our charity to thrive – win, win!

What’s more our cosy cafe bar is well stocked with Mulled Wine to get you in the festive spirit!

Book now – email: roomhire@gregson.co.uk