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Top 10 Strictly Come Dancing Inspired Christmas Gift Guide

Last Updated: 29 Sep, 2026 at 13:05

A fab-u-lous selection of 2026’s hottest Strictly Inspired Christmas Gift Ideas.

Strictly Come Dancing Christmas Gift Guide

Here’s our guide to the Best Strictly Come Dancing Inspired Gifts to Buy in 2026

Gifts for all the family!

‘It’s beginning to feel a lot like Christmas…’ too early? Well, we hate to jolt you out of your happy place, but the festive season is fast approaching. Stress not, we’re about to make your Christmas shopping a whole lot easier with our Strictly inspired Top 10 Christmas Gift Guide.

1. Official Strictly Come Dancing Annual 2027

The Official Strictly Come Dancing Annual 2027 is the perfect gift for any fan of the nation’s favourite ballroom show. Packed with stunning photographs, behind-the-scenes stories, celebrity profiles, quizzes, fun facts and all the latest Strictly news, it’s an ideal keepsake for fans of all ages.

Whether you’re buying for a devoted viewer, a ballroom enthusiast or someone who simply can’t wait for the next series, the annual offers hours of Strictly sparkle long after the Saturday night glitter has settled.

Release Date: Autumn 2026
Format: Hardback annual
Perfect for: Birthdays, Christmas, stocking fillers and gifts for Strictly fans

Available to pre-order now from major booksellers and online retailers amazon.co.uk/2027StrictlyAnnual

Strictly Come Dancing Annual 2027

Please note: Publication details and formats may be subject to change before release.

2. Dancing With The Stars Experience

Score maximum brownie points for the most thoughtful present, book an amazing Weekend Break Experience with the Stars of Strictly Come Dancing. 

4* Weekend Break in Berkshire with your favourite Strictly Stars
4* Weekend Break in Berkshire with your favourite Strictly Stars
When
Friday 19th – Sunday 21st March 2027
Where
4* De Vere Beaumont Estate, Old Windsor
✨ Learn More ✨

✨ Star Studded Line-Up ✨

  • ✨ Anton Du Beke
  • ✨ Katya Jones
  • ✨ Julian Caillon & Alexis Warr
  • ✨ Aljaz Skorjanec & Janette Manrara
See the full star-studded line-up
  • ✨ British Showdance Champions David Cockram & Rosie Ward
  • ✨ Team Warren & Kristi Boyce
  • ✨ Argentine Tango Stars
  • ✨ Tony Greenwood 15-Piece Big Band

3. Official Strictly Come Dancing 2027 Calendar

A lovely stocking filler for a Strictly fan planning the year ahead. Look for the official 2027 square calendar, with space to note appointments and those all-important Saturday nights in front of the TV.

Check the year and format carefully when ordering: the 2027 edition is a square calendar.

While we wait for the 2027 listing, you can still view the 2026 Strictly Come Dancing calendar on Amazon. The cover pictured below is the 2026 edition.

Strictly Come Dancing 2026 calendar cover

4. Learn To Dance In A Day Experience

What’s better than watching Strictly? Having a go yourself! This dancing experience lets you learn some of the most popular Ballroom and Latin dances, with the help of expert instructors.  With weekend workshops available in Berkshire, Manchester & West Midlands this experience will soon have your friends & family up dancing.

£60 per person donaheys.co.uk/classes/learn-to-dance-in-a-day/

Gift vouchers available donaheys.co.uk/gift-vouchers/

Learn To Dance In A Day Experience

 

5. DSI London Behind The Seams Tour

Learn more about the dresses and costumes as seen on “Strictly Come Dancing” with this fab in-depth Behind The Scenes Tour of DSI London. Experience the wonder that is the costumes as seen on Strictly and view some of them up close during the production process. An in-depth talk will explain DSI London’s role in helping to produce the costumes and a tour of the premises will enthral all those who come.

Price: £30 per person. Explore the DSI London Behind the Seams Tour.

DSI London Behind The Seams Tour

6. Strictly Blackpool

The BBC book Strictly Blackpool takes fans on a trip down memory lane, celebrating the most memorable routines from specials of the past and the dancers’ own Blackpool experiences, as well as a behind the scenes glimpse of how the BBC’s flagship show is transported to the seaside town every year for the magical ballroom special.

Bringing together the exciting history of the Ballroom and the magic of the annual Blackpool special, this beautifully-packaged book is a true celebration of Blackpool’s dance heritage, and a must for any Strictly fan!Buy the Strictly Blackpool book on Amazon

Price: Around £18 Buy the Strictly Blackpool book on Amazon

7. Strictly Come Dancing DVD: Motsi & Anton’s Strictly The Best

Join Strictly Come Dancing judges Motsi Mabuse and Anton du Beke, in this special feature-length DVD, as they revisit some of the show’s very best and most memorable dances.

Watch along as Motsi and Anton each choose their favourite routine from all the Strictly dance categories including; Waltz, Viennese Waltz, Foxtrot, Quickstep, Tango, Cha Cha, Jive, Paso, Samba, Rumba, American Smooth, Argentine Tango, Charleston, Salsa and Couple’s Choice, before ultimately deciding which one is Strictly the best!

Price: Around £9.99 amazon.co.uk/Motsi&AntonStrictlyTheBest

Strictly Come Dancing Motsi-&-Anton-DVD

8. Anton Du Beke – Book Collection

For the Anton Du Beke fan in your life, his brand-new memoir Steps in Time: The Music, Memories and Moments that Made Me is one of the most anticipated dance books of the year.

Set to be released in November 2026, Anton’s latest book takes readers on a personal journey through his childhood in the 1970s, his early dancing career, his rise to fame on Strictly Come Dancing and the people, music and moments that have shaped his remarkable life and career.

Whether you’re buying for a lifelong Strictly fan, a ballroom enthusiast or simply someone who loves Anton’s warmth, humour and storytelling, Steps in Time promises to be a wonderful gift to unwrap this Christmas.

Release Date: November 2026
Format: Hardback and digital editions expected
Perfect for: Birthdays, anniversaries, Christmas and gifts for Strictly fans

Pre-order your copy today amazon.co.uk/AntonDuBekeAMemoir

Teal book cover with large white text:'ANTON DU BEKE' and subtitle 'A Memoir'; an orange circular sticker reads 'Cover to be revealed' and 'Publishing November 2026'

Please note: Publication details and formats may be subject to change before release.

9. Head Judge Shirley Ballas latest Book – Best Foot Forward

Inspiring life lessons from the bestselling author and Strictly Come Dancing’s Head Judge

From bestselling author and Strictly Come Dancing’s Head Judge, Shirley Ballas, a sparkling toolkit for living your best life, and new stories from Shirley’s life on and off the dance floor.

After twenty years of shiny floors, sambas, and sequins, we’re more captivated than ever by the ‘Strictly Journey’ – a contestant’s inspirational roller-coaster ride of personal growth as they learn each new routine. It’s a process that requires stamina, resilience, and an openness to total self-expression – and it teaches you as much about yourself as it does the dance. Price: Around £10.99

Grab your copy – amazon.co.uk/ShirleyBallasBestFootForward

Shirley Ballas Best Foot Forward

10. The Official Strictly Come Dancing Puzzle Book: 200 Brain-Teasers to Set Your Mind Twirling! 

Can you find a Viennese waltz in a word search? Or fit a tango in a criss-cross? Do you know what Craig said about the cha-cha-cha? And how long will it take you to riddle your way across a dancefloor?

The Strictly Come Dancing Puzzle Book is all about the games in the glitz, the brain-teasers beneath the bright lights. Between mind-boggling codes and crosswords, word ladders and word searches, this book is sure to set your thoughts twirling. Test your knowledge and sharpen your wit until your mind moves as quickly as even the most seasoned professional, with this perfect gift that promises to delight Strictly fans of all ages. From unscrambling first rehearsals to decoding final dance-offs, it’s time for you to take the stage and embark on your very own Strictly puzzle journey.

Price: £11.69 amazon.co.uk/StrictlyComeDancingPuzzleBook

Strictly Come Dancing Puzzle Book

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Paul Donaghey

Paul Donaghey is a highly experienced dance teacher and event organiser, having taught adults and children to dance for over 30 years across Manchester and Devon. He is the founder and director of Donaheys, one of the UK’s largest and most respected Ballroom and Latin dance schools.

Qualified with the IDTA (International Dance Teachers’ Association), Paul has dedicated his career to helping thousands of people discover the joy of dance — from absolute beginners to seasoned social dancers.

Alongside running Donaheys’ popular weekly classes and spectacular national dance weekends featuring stars from BBC’s Strictly Come Dancing, Paul regularly appears on BBC Radio Devon, sharing expert insights and commentary on all things Strictly and the wider world of Ballroom and Latin dance.

His writing and event updates reflect decades of hands-on teaching, industry knowledge, and a genuine passion for making dance accessible and enjoyable for everyone.

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