"Unmissable" Christmasville immersive experience opens in Gunwharf to the delight of families - in pictures

Christmasville by ApolloDomes has opened in Gunwharf Quays with the first shows taking place on Friday, November 21.

One of the main features is the Elf Emporium, an immersive theatre adventure journeys through three enchanted realms of Joy, Presence, and Hope which each unlock a vital part of the Christmas Spirit. The show blends live performance, puppetry, projection and cutting-edge side effects.

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Away from the Elf Emporium, there is the chance for children to meet Santa in a traditional Christmas grotto while festive drinks and treats are available at The Bauble Bar.

In the evening ‘The Elf Emporium’ transforms into ‘The Pine Picturehouse’, showing classic Christmas movies..

Yvonne Clay, Centre Director at Gunwharf Quays, commented: “We are thrilled to unveil a first look at the incredible Christmasville at ApolloDomes, Gunwharf Quays.

“Guests at our preview event yesterday evening were truly impressed by this unique UK-first attraction and shared our opinion that it brings something unmissable to Portsmouth this Christmas.”

“Tickets are already selling fast, with some of Santa’s grotto sessions closer to Christmas Day now completely sold out, so we advise people to book their visits sooner rather than later to avoid disappointment!”

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Schedule for Christmasville:

• From November 21 - 30, The Elf Emporium & Santa’s grotto will be open from Friday – Sunday
• From December 5-16, The Elf Emporium & Santa’s grotto will be open from Wednesday – Monday, but closed on Tuesdays
• From December 17-24, The Elf Emporium & Santa’s grotto will be open daily
• From December 26-31, The Elf Emporium will be open daily
• From January 2-4, The Elf Emporium will be open daily

Tickets can be purchased at https://www.gunwharf-quays.com/en/news-listing-page/christmasville

See pictures from The News’ visit to a Christmasville preview event on Thursday, November 20 below: