Watch Cllr Mieka Smiles, Executive Member for Culture and Communities talk about the upcoming Magical Middlesbrough Christmas events that are due to take place in the town centre and a number of exhibitions that are currently taking place.

There's no better time of the year to get exploring the great outdoors (and indoors!). Here's our top 3 picks  -  see who's hiding at Teesaurus Park, pick up the latest best-selling book at Central Library, find out about Middlesbrough's proud industrial heritage at the Transporter Bridge and Visitor Centre.