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Celebrate Christmas at Dice & Balls: Festive Events in Arnold for All Ages!

Celebrate Christmas with Dice & Balls: Festive December Events! 🎄

The holiday season is upon us, and we’re thrilled to welcome you to a month full of festive activities at the Dice & Balls Community Hub in the heart of Arnold! From creative workshops to thrilling role-playing games, we have something for everyone this December. Here’s a full rundown of our holiday events, complete with dates—be sure to mark your calendar! Book your places now on our Events Page.


🎨 Get Creative with Christmas Crafts

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Our craft workshops are perfect for adding a personal touch to your Christmas decorations and gifts. All materials are included!

  • Create Angel Dolls
    Tuesday, 17th December | 4:00 PM
    Craft your own beautiful angel dolls to bring home or gift to someone special. £5 per person
  • Design Christmas Cards
    Thursday, 19th December | 4:00 PM
    Get creative and design festive cards that will brighten the season for family and friends. £5 per person
  • Air Dry Modelling Clay
    Tuesday, 24th December | 4:00 PM
    Spend Christmas Eve crafting with air-dry clay to make ornaments, sculptures, or whatever your imagination dreams up! £5 per person

🎲 Festive Role-Playing Games

Festive fantasy scene with Christmas-themed D&D characters dressed as a warrior Santa, elf archer, mage, and knight. They wear holiday decorations like wreaths, antlers, and Santa hats, surrounded by a snowy forest with a Christmas tree, presents, a snowman, and glowing candles. Snowflakes sparkle in the background, creating a magical holiday atmosphere.

For adventurers of all ages, we’re hosting holiday-themed role-playing sessions that promise fun, fantasy, and festive twists!

  • Cthulhu Taster Session
    Friday, 6th December | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Step into a dark, mysterious adventure in our Cthulhu taster session—a perfect winter experience for thrill-seekers. £10 per person
  • Adults-Only D&D Adventure
    Friday, 20th December | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Embark on an epic, holiday-themed D&D quest crafted just for adults. Expect challenges, festive surprises, and a great time with fellow players. £10 per person
  • Kids’ D&D Adventure
    Monday, 23rd December | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
    Young adventurers are invited to join a magical winter quest with other budding heroes. £5 per child
  • Christmas D&D Extravaganza
    Friday, 27th December
  • Kids’ Session: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
  • Adults’ Session: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Join us for a festive D&D adventure filled with seasonal quests and magical encounters. £5 for kids, £10 for adults

⚔️ Warhammer Kill Team Tournament

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Calling all Warhammer fans! Our Warhammer Kill Team Tournament is happening on Sunday, 15th December, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Open to all experience levels, this event is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your strategy skills and compete for prizes. £20 per person


🎉 Christmas Kids Party Games

Let the little ones enjoy a fun-filled afternoon with Christmas Kids Party Games on Wednesday, 18th December, 4:00 PM. Holiday-themed games, laughter, and new friends await. £5 per child


🎄 Explore Christmas Traditions with Bob Massey

Join local historian Bob Massey for a fascinating look into Christmas traditions on Friday, 13th December at 1:30 PM. Discover the origins of holiday customs and learn about Christmases past. Free event (Donations welcome)


🎲 Mini-Mini-Con: Family Board Game Convention

Banner for D&B Mini-Mini-Con: The All-Day Board Game Convention for Children & Families, with FREE ENTRY text in a bright starburst. Cartoon children with colourful hair are smiling above the title. Presented by Dice & Balls.

Kick off the New Year with Mini-Mini-Con, a board game convention for kids and families! With the support of the Rotary Club of Mapperley and Arnold, we’re excited to host this special event on Saturday, 4th January, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM. The day includes a variety of board games, competitions, and family-friendly activities, all in a fun, welcoming environment. Free entry (Donations welcome)


🎄 Celebrate December at Dice & Balls! 🎄

Join us this December at our community hub for an exciting line-up of holiday activities. Whether you’re here to craft, play games, or simply enjoy the festive atmosphere, there’s something for everyone.

To reserve your spot and find out more, visit our events page. We look forward to celebrating the season with you at Dice & Balls!

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