Derbyshire, East Midlands
Winter Wonderland Themed Entertainment in Ilkeston
Planning an event in Ilkeston? Ice queens, frozen statues and glowing performers for an elegant winter event. We regularly work in event venues and country houses like the ones around Ilkeston.
Popular for Christmas parties, New year events, Winter weddings, Awards dinners

- Living statues
- Stilt walkers
- Champagne walkers
- Aerialists
- Fire shows
- Giant martini glass
- Can-can
- Mermaids
- LED performers
- Jazz & swing
- Gatsby nights
- Winter wonderland
Winter Wonderland entertainment in Ilkeston at a glance
Booking winter wonderland themed entertainment in Ilkeston
WowActs books winter wonderland themed entertainment in Ilkeston, Derbyshire, 7 miles west of Nottingham, covering the DE7, DE75 and NG16 postcode districts. There are 12 event venues on our list within 10 miles, the largest being Meadow Lane – Notts County Football Club for up to 1200 guests.
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- County
- Derbyshire
- Postcodes
- DE7, DE75, NG16
- Location
- 7 miles west of Nottingham
- Venues on our list nearby
- 12
- Largest nearby venue
- Meadow Lane – Notts County Football Club, up to 1200 guests
Planning winter wonderland entertainment in Ilkeston
Our Ilkeston venue list covers 8 event venues, 2 country houses and 1 hotel, and Meadow Lane – Notts County Football Club can hold up to 1200 guests. We plan winter wonderland entertainment around the space you have, from arrival routes to where a showpiece will be seen best.
We cover Ilkeston itself and the DE7, DE75 and NG16 postcode districts, including Eastwood, Kimberley, Nuthall and Selston, as well as nearby Beeston, Long Eaton, Belper and Derby.
Book early. December is the busiest month of the year for themed acts. Start conversations in the summer.
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The line-up
Acts in our winter wonderland package
Pick one showpiece or mix several. Every act is styled to the theme.

Living Statues in Ilkeston
Still, silent and stunning, until they move

LED Performers in Ilkeston
Light-up costumes that glow in the dark

Champagne Walkers in Ilkeston
Strolling LED champagne tables that serve as they walk

Stilt Walkers in Ilkeston
Towering costumed characters that own the room

Aerial Performers in Ilkeston
Hoop, silks and freestanding aerial rigs

Walkabout Characters in Ilkeston
Pirates, nutcrackers, sea creatures and more

Ballerinas in Ilkeston
Classical ballet, walkabout and music-box ballerinas

Face & Body Painters in Ilkeston
Glitter, gems and themed face art

Ice Sculptures & Ice Luges in Ilkeston
Hand-carved ice centrepieces and drinks luges

Mirror Men & Disco Ball Characters in Ilkeston
Mirrored costumes that sparkle under the lights

Santa & Christmas Characters in Ilkeston
Santa, elves and a proper grotto

Electric Violinists in Ilkeston
Live violin with a modern, high-energy edge
How the night flows
A typical Winter line-up
Every event is different. This is a starting point we tailor to your venue, timings and budget.
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Ice statues at the entrance
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Champagne walkers serving the welcome drink
- 3
Ice queens roaming during the reception
- 4
An LED or aerial moment after dinner
How it works
Booking is easy
- 1
Tell us about your event
Your date, venue, guest numbers and the feeling you want. A theme in mind, or just a blank canvas. It takes a minute.
- 2
Get your line-up and quote
We suggest the acts that fit your space, timings and budget, and send one clear quote with everything included.
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We bring the wow
We plan arrival, set-up and timings with your venue and event team, then the performers do what they do best.
The guide
Planning a winter wonderland event in Ilkeston: the complete guide
Written by The WowActs team, Event entertainment specialists
· Last updatedThe short answer
WowActs books winter wonderland themed entertainment in Ilkeston, Derbyshire, 7 miles west of Nottingham, covering the DE7, DE75 and NG16 postcode districts. There are 12 event venues on our list within 10 miles, the largest being Meadow Lane – Notts County Football Club for up to 1200 guests. Every event is different. Prices depend on the acts, the number of performers, timings, travel and location, so we quote each booking individually.
Hand-picked
professional performers only
Fully themed
costumes styled to your event
Derbyshire
every postcode covered
Corporate ready
briefed to your run of show
Single act or package
mix and match freely
One clear quote
usually the same day
What is in a winter wonderland package?
A winter wonderland theme is all white, silver and ice blue: frozen living statues that come to life, ice queens in masked and unmasked looks, LED performers and champagne walkers lit like snow.
It is perfect for Christmas and new year parties, winter weddings and January events that want something more elegant than tinsel.
Where it works best
The welcome
Ice statues at the entrance
The reception
Champagne walkers serving the welcome drink
Through the evening
Ice queens roaming during the reception
The headline moment
An LED or aerial moment after dinner
Tips from our team
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Dim the lights for LED
LED costumes are at their best in a darker room, so plan them after dinner.
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Statue reveal
Guests assume the frozen statues are decor until they move. Place them where everyone walks past.
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Book early
December is the busiest month of the year for themed acts. Start conversations in the summer.
Frequently asked questions
Which venues near Ilkeston can host a large event?
On our list, Meadow Lane – Notts County Football Club (up to 1200 guests), East Midlands Conference Centre (up to 1000 guests), Pride Park – Derby County F.C (up to 1000 guests) and Goosedale (up to 1000 guests) can take 400 or more guests. Tell us your venue and numbers and we will plan winter wonderland themed entertainment around the space.
Do venues around Ilkeston have rules for performers?
Many hotels and country houses have rules on ceiling rigging, fire, access times and changing space. Tell us your venue when you enquire and we will check everything before we confirm.
How much do winter wonderland themed entertainment cost in Ilkeston?
There is no fixed price. Every event is different. Prices depend on the acts, the number of performers, timings, travel and location, so we quote each booking individually. Travel is part of the quote, and Ilkeston is 7 miles west of Nottingham. Send us your date and venue for free, no-obligation options.
Which postcodes around Ilkeston do you cover?
All of DE7, DE75 and NG16, including Eastwood, Kimberley, Nuthall, Selston, Heanor and West Hallam, plus the rest of Derbyshire and nearby Beeston, Long Eaton, Belper and Derby.
When should we book winter entertainment?
As early as you can. December Fridays and Saturdays are the first dates to go, often months ahead.
Do frozen statues stay still for the whole event?
They work in sets with breaks, which we plan around your running order so there is always something happening.
How far ahead should we book?
As early as you can. Friday and Saturday dates in December and the summer months go first, often months ahead. Short notice is sometimes possible, so it is always worth asking.
Can the performers match our theme or brand colours?
Usually, yes. Tell us your theme, colours or brand guidelines and we will suggest the costumes and acts that fit best.
Do you work with our venue and event team?
Yes. We agree access, changing space, timings and any venue rules before the day, and work to your run of show.
Still have questions?
Tell us about your event and we'll come back with options.
Local to Ilkeston
Winter Wonderland entertainment across Ilkeston and nearby
Postcodes we cover
- DE7
- DE75
- NG16
We book winter wonderland entertainment in Ilkeston and every address in the DE7, DE75 and NG16 postcode districts, including Eastwood, Kimberley, Nuthall, Selston, Heanor, West Hallam, Smalley and Shipley. We also travel across Derbyshire and the rest of East Midlands.
Also covering nearby
Venues near Ilkeston
12 venues on our list are in or near Ilkeston, mostly event venues, country houses and hotels. Tell us your venue when you enquire and we will check access, ceiling height, timings and any rules for performers before we confirm.
Eastwood Hall
Hotel up to 400NG16 3SS
View on mapLocko Park Estate
Estate up to 500DE21 7BW
View on mapThe Nottinghamshire Golf & Country Club
Country House up to 250NG8 4BH
View on mapEast Midlands Conference Centre
Event Venue up to 1000NG7 2RJ
View on mapOsmaston Park
Country House up to 250DE72 3EP
View on mapPride Park – Derby County F.C
Event Venue up to 1000DE24 8XL
View on mapThe Derby Conference Centre
Event Venue up to 650DE1 1TJ
View on mapThe Empire Conference & Banqueting
Event Venue up to 800DE1 1DL
View on mapGoosedale
Event Venue up to 1000NG6 8UJ
Main Hall
View on mapMeadow Lane – Notts County Football Club
Event Venue up to 1200NG2 3HJ
View on mapThe City Ground – Nottingham Forest F.C
Event Venue up to 800NG2 4AD
View on mapThe County Ground – Nottingham County Cricket Ground
Event Venue up to 1000NG2 1GT
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Gatsby & 1920s in Ilkeston
Champagne, jazz and roaring twenties glamour, delivered by performers who live the look.

Parisian Cabaret in Ilkeston
Can-can, cabaret and French chic, from a single act to a full night in Paris.

Circus Showman in Ilkeston
Ringmasters, aerial, contortion and big-top spectacle for a night of pure showmanship.

Under the Sea in Ilkeston
Mermaids, sea creatures, aerial and burlesque for an underwater world your guests walk into.
Plan your winter wonderland event in Ilkeston
Tell us your date, venue and guest numbers. We'll suggest a line-up and send one clear quote.