Viva’s Big Christmas Show Night Out! Christmas’s Party Show

Blackpool knows how to put on a loud, glittery Christmas night, and Viva’s Big Christmas Show Night Out is built for exactly that. You arrive before the curtain, settle in with food or drinks, then get a full party show of comedy, singers, dancers, festive songs, and familiar hits. It is less a quiet theatre evening than a shared Christmas knees-up.

I like the broad age appeal. A group can include people in their late twenties and people in their nineties, and everyone has something to join in with. I also like the live-show energy, especially the mix of stand-up comedy, changing costumes, older favorites, modern chart songs, and Christmas singalongs.

The main thing to check is the food arrangement. The listed ticket is for a seat only, with drinks sold separately, yet some evenings may be booked with a meal package. Food quality and service have not been perfect for every party, so confirm exactly what your booking includes before paying.

Key points before you book

• Doors open at 6pm: You have time for dinner, drinks, and the pre-show build-up before the performance begins at roughly 8pm.
• Hosted by Leye D Johns: The main host brings comedy, singing, dancing, and audience energy to the night.
• A genuine party format: Expect Christmas numbers, popular songs, stand-up comedy, dancers, and plenty of chances to sing along.
• Seat ticket only: Alcohol is not included, and the listed admission does not promise a meal.
• Adults and older teens only: Nobody under 16 is admitted to this show.
• The night may run longer than three hours: The advertised experience is about three hours, while some formats have continued with a disco after the show.

What kind of Christmas night is this?

Viva Blackpool is selling a full evening rather than a short concert. Doors open at 6pm, giving you time to arrive, find your seat, order drinks, and get into the party mood before the curtain rises at about 8pm.

That early window matters. You are not being rushed straight from the street into a dark auditorium. If you are coming with work colleagues, a family group of adults, or a large Christmas party, the meal and drink period gives everyone a chance to settle in. It also means you should not plan this as a quick show before another booking. The evening is designed to take over your night.

The tone is cheerful, cheeky, and participatory. You can expect people to clap, sing along, laugh at the comedy, and get involved with the festive numbers. If you prefer a serious stage production where the audience stays quiet, this may feel too rowdy. If you want a Christmas night out with a room full of people joining in, the format makes sense.

The stated duration is approximately three hours. That should give you a useful planning guide, but the program can be longer in practice. One version of the night has included a three-course meal, the show, and a disco, lasting around six hours in total. Treat the three-hour figure as the core experience, not a promise that you will be back on the pavement after exactly 180 minutes.

Arriving at 6pm in Blackpool

The evening starts well before the entertainment. Doors open at 6pm for dinner, drinks, and pre-show build-up. This is a practical arrangement for a Christmas party because it keeps the whole event under one roof. You do not have to move a group between a restaurant and a theatre, or worry about finding a second venue in the middle of the night.

The ticket details say seat ticket only, so do not assume dinner is included in the price of $31.58 per person. Alcoholic drinks are available from the bars or through waiter service, but you pay for those separately. The supplied information also describes dinner as part of the evening atmosphere, while some past bookings have included a three-course meal. These details suggest that packages can differ, so check your exact booking before you arrive.

That distinction changes the value. At $31.58, the admission is a reasonable price for a three-hour Christmas show, particularly if you mainly want entertainment. It is not the same deal as a ticket that includes a meal, drinks, and a late-night disco. If your group expects dinner, budget for it separately or confirm that you have selected a dining option.

Service can be part of the fun when it works well. A waiter named Tom has been singled out for friendly service and for remembering regular visitors. Still, a large party-night room can be busy, and waiter service for drinks may not be as quick as ordering at the bar. If you are trying to catch the start of the show, leave time for your order.

The Christmas party show at about 8pm

The curtain goes up at approximately 8pm. The show is built around variety, so you are not watching one long story with a quiet interval. You get comedy, singing, dancing, Christmas songs, and popular music, with frequent costume changes and plenty happening on stage.

Leye D Johns is the host and compere. His role covers more than introducing acts. He brings comedy, singing, and dancing into the running of the night, helping keep the room involved between musical sections. That matters in a party show. The host is the link between the stage and the tables, and a good compere can stop the evening from feeling like a string of unrelated numbers.

The music reaches beyond standard Christmas carols. The program includes festive songs, older crowd favorites, modern chart songs, and party numbers. That mix is one reason the show can work for a wide age range. You might sing along to a Christmas favorite one minute and recognize a more recent pop song the next.

The singing and dancing are central, not decoration. Expect a busy stage, changing costumes, and a high-energy presentation. This is made for a room that responds, claps, and sings, rather than for a small audience sitting in silence. The best seats for you will depend on your taste. If you want to see every costume change and facial expression, ask about the seating layout when booking. If you mainly want the group atmosphere, the room’s shared energy matters more than having the perfect view.

Comedy is another major part of the appeal. The humor helps turn the show into a social night, especially for work parties that may not know what to expect from a Christmas production. It also gives the music a break, so the performance does not become one long sequence of songs.

Why the format works for groups

A Christmas night out often succeeds or fails on atmosphere rather than artistic ambition. Viva’s format is strong because it gives a group several ways to enjoy the same evening. One person can focus on the singers, another can enjoy the comedy, and someone else can simply join the festive singalong.

The age range is unusually broad. An evening can suit adults in their twenties through to people aged 90, provided everyone is comfortable with a lively party setting. That makes it useful for family groups, office parties, and mixed-age celebrations. You do not need a shared taste in music for the whole evening to work.

The show also gives a group a clear shared activity. Instead of sitting around a table trying to keep conversation going for several hours, you have a meal or drinks period followed by a planned performance. The result feels more like a complete event than a standard meal out.

That said, the room’s energy may not suit everyone. The comedy and party atmosphere can be fairly full-on. If you dislike audience participation, loud singalongs, or a show that keeps pushing the festive mood, you may find it tiring. The same quality that makes the night fun for one person can feel excessive to another.

Food, drinks, and the important ticket detail

Food needs a careful note because the experience description and the seat-only admission do not mean the same thing. You are told that doors open for dinner and drinks, but the included section lists only an over-16 seat ticket. Alcoholic beverages are specifically extra, available from the bars or by waiter service.

Some party formats at Viva have included a three-course meal. There have been evenings where the food was praised, the staff were described as helpful, and the full combination of dinner and show felt like a very good night. But there has also been a serious complaint about slow service and poor food, including hard vegetables and an unsatisfactory soup.

I would not let one bad meal account decide the whole show, but I would take it seriously when booking a dining package. Ask whether your chosen ticket includes food, what menu is being served, and how long the meal service is expected to take. A meal that runs late can affect the start of the performance and the mood of the whole group.

If food is the main reason you are booking, compare the meal option carefully. If the show is your priority, the seat-only ticket gives you a clearer price and lets you decide how much to spend on drinks. You can also avoid paying for a meal that your group does not really want.

The value of $31.58

At $31.58 per person, this is priced as an accessible night out rather than a luxury theatre package. You are paying for admission to the Christmas show, not for an all-inclusive evening. The price looks strongest when you want several hours of live entertainment and a festive group atmosphere without committing to a formal dinner.

The value improves if you enjoy more than one part of the program. You are getting a host, comedy, singers, dancers, Christmas material, familiar songs, and a room built around participation. A short concert ticket might offer one main act, while this format keeps changing its focus throughout the night.

Your final bill can rise through drinks, waiter service, transport, and any food add-on. For a work party, that may be perfectly acceptable because the convenience of having everything at one venue has real value. For a couple on a strict budget, the seat-only ticket plus a few drinks may be the wiser choice.

A possible extra is the disco. It is not part of the basic description, but one longer evening has finished with a disco after dinner and the show. Do not assume it is included in every date. Ask before you book if the late-night section matters to you.

Practical details that matter

Confirmation is provided at booking, and the ticket is mobile, so you can keep it on your phone. The venue is near public transport, which helps when you are planning a group night in Blackpool. Still, your booking information should be the final word on arrival time, food, seating, and any post-show entertainment.

The show is for people aged 16 and over. No under-16s are admitted, so this is not a family event for children. Service animals are allowed, and most people can take part without special arrangements.

The cancellation policy is simple but strict near the event. You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time. Changes or cancellations inside that 24-hour window are not accepted and are not refunded. Use the local Blackpool start time when calculating the deadline.

The experience is booked, on average, about 25 days ahead. That is useful planning advice for Christmas parties. If you have a particular date, a large work group, or a preferred meal arrangement, booking around a month ahead is sensible.

Who will enjoy Viva Blackpool most?

I would choose this for a group that wants a ready-made festive night. It suits office parties, adult family celebrations, mixed-age groups, and anyone who enjoys live music with a comic host and plenty of audience involvement.

It is also a good pick if you want entertainment rather than a nightclub. You can start with food or drinks, watch a full stage show, and possibly continue with a disco depending on the package. The evening has a clear shape, which removes much of the planning that comes with arranging a Christmas night independently.

I would be more cautious if your priority is fine dining, a quiet concert, or a short evening. The food can be variable, drinks cost extra, and the party style may feel too loud if you prefer a restrained theatre experience. Check the seating and dining terms before you book, especially for a large group.

Should you book this Christmas show?

Book it if you want a lively, good-value group night with comedy, singers, dancers, Christmas songs, and a wide age appeal. The strongest parts are the host Leye D Johns, the mix of music, and the way the show keeps a room involved rather than leaving you to sit quietly.

Book with care if dinner is important. The $31.58 price is for the seat ticket, and drinks are extra. Confirm the meal package, menu, timing, seating, and whether a disco follows. With those details clear, Viva’s Big Christmas Show Night Out looks like a practical Blackpool choice for people who want to laugh, sing, and celebrate under one roof.

FAQ

How long is Viva’s Big Christmas Show Night Out?

The experience is advertised as approximately three hours. Some versions of the evening have lasted longer when a meal and disco were included, so check the details for your date.

What time do the doors open?

Doors open at 6pm for dinner, drinks, and pre-show build-up. The curtain goes up at approximately 8pm.

Is food included in the ticket?

The listed admission is an over-16 seat ticket only. Some versions of the evening may offer a meal package, but you should confirm your exact booking because food is not guaranteed by the seat-only ticket.

Are alcoholic drinks included?

No. Alcoholic beverages can be purchased from the bars or through waiter service on the night.

Is the show suitable for children?

No. Under-16s are not admitted to this show.

Who hosts the show?

Leye D Johns is the host and compere, with roles that include comedy, singing, and dancing.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes. You can cancel at least 24 hours before the local start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start time are not accepted or refunded.