If you’re looking for the best family-friendly holiday event in Waterloo Region, the magic is happening in St. Jacobs! Drayton Entertainment’s Cinderella: The Panto has arrived bigger, brighter, and more joy‑filled than ever. It’s the perfect way to enjoy the winter season.
Running until January 11, 2026, this glittering, laugh‑out‑loud production brings the classic Cinderella story to life with a modern twist, tons of audience participation, and that signature Panto humour families in KW can’t get enough of.
Whether you’re 5 or 95, this show is pure holiday magic.
✨ What Makes Cinderella: The Panto So Special?
Pantos are a beloved UK tradition and Drayton Entertainment has perfected the formula. Expect:
• 🎶 Popular songs your kids will recognize
• 😂 Tongue‑in‑cheek humour (yes, the grown‑ups will laugh the loudest)
• 👗 Outrageous costumes and dazzling sets
• 🕺 Energetic dancing and big musical numbers
• 🎭 Audience participation where you cheer the heroes, boo the villains!
This year’s production includes all the classic Cinderella moments you love like the pumpkin, the glass slipper, the masked ball, plus some hilarious surprises that make this version totally unique.
👨👩👧👦 Is It Good for Kids?
Absolutely!
Drayton recommends it for ages 5+, and the show is packed with family‑friendly fun. It’s the perfect holiday outing for:
• Families
• Grandparents & grandkids
• Holiday visitors
• School break activities
• Anyone who loves musical theatre
And at 2 hours and 20 minutes (including a 20‑minute intermission), it’s the ideal length for young audiences.
📅 Showtimes & Availability
The show runs until Jan 11, 2026, with many performances sold out so grab tickets right away
Holiday Pantos at St. Jacobs Country Playhouse are known to sell out early every year, so booking ahead is definitely recommended.
https://www.draytonentertainment.com/theatres/st.-jacobs-country-playhouse/cinderella-the-panto-scp?
📍 Where It’s Happening
St. Jacobs Country Playhouse
40 Benjamin Rd E, Waterloo
(Just minutes from St. Jacobs Market)
Free parking, easy access, and lots of nearby spots for a pre‑show treat or post‑show hot chocolate.
🎄 Why Cinderella: The Panto Belongs on Your KW Holiday Bucket List
If you love:
• Holiday traditions
• Local theatre
• Laugh‑out‑loud family fun
• Magical moments your kids will remember
…then this show is a must‑see.
It’s the kind of event that becomes a yearly tradition and if you’ve never been to a Panto before, this is the perfect one to start with.
👉 Ready to Go?
You can grab your tickets directly from Drayton Entertainment’s website or by calling 1-855-DRAYTON
If you go, tag @Those2Girls I love seeing your family traditions and sharing them with the community.
