Little ones will also love meeting Father Christmas himself when he stops off in Greenwich for some very special storytelling of Twas The Night... more >

Old Royal Naval College SE10 9NN

Today to Mon 23 Dec

Carol Service in the Chapel of St Peter and St Paul

The stunning Chapel of St Peter & St Paul, regarded as one of the finest examples of 18th century neo-classical interiors - as seen in the latest... more >

Old Royal Naval College, King William Walk, Greenwich SE10 9NN

Today, Mon 16 Dec, Thu 26 Dec

Holiday Season Art and Book Fair

Ben Uri offers an interesting range of artworks and art books for sale supporting the museum’s Research Unit on the Jewish, Refugee and Immigrant... more >

108A Boundary Road, St John’s Wood, London NW8 0RH

Today to Fri 20 Dec

Discover Clubs and Organisations in London

O2 Centre Unveils Unique Christmas Tree to Spread Warmth This Winter

This winter, O2 Centre has partnered with charities HandsOn London and The Salvation Army Trading Company (SATCoL) to warm hearts and bodies this... more >

O2 Centre, 255 Finchley Road London NW3 6LU

Today to Mon 6 Jan 2025

The Drawing Year 2024 End of Year Exhibition

A selection of over 500 drawings, prints and works on paper by students graduating from The Drawing Year 2024 postgraduate programme... more >

19-22 Charlotte Rd EC2A 3SG

Today to Sat 14 Dec, Mon 16 Dec to Wed 18 Dec

The Giving Tree Returns to Lewisham Shopping Centre this Christmas

Lewisham Shopping Centre has announced the return of its popular Giving Tree to support children and young people in Lewisham... more >

Lewisham Shopping Centre, Molesworth Street London SE13 7HB

Today to Thu 2 Jan 2025

Festive Afternoon Tea

Celebrate the festive season with loved ones and top up your visit with a delicious Afternoon Tea with a festive twist in the Undercroft Cafe... more >

Old Royal Naval College, King William Walk, Greenwich SE10 9NN

Today to Mon 23 Dec

The Happiest Man on Earth

Adapted from the Best Selling Memoir, this is a one-man play about the power of gratitude, tolerance, and kindness... more >

Southwark Playhouse Borough, 77-85 Newington Causeway, London SE1 6BD

Today to Sat 14 Dec

Mars in the Painted Hall

Luke Jerram’s astonishing installation Mars is coming to the Painted Hall this winter. Following the sell-out success of Gaia and Museum of the Moon,..... more >

Painted Hall, Old Royal Naval College SE10 9NN

Today to Mon 23 Dec

Information Lecture: Help and Healing on the Spiritual Path

through the teaching of Bruno Groening - Medically Documented Through the absorption of the divine power, many people are experiencing the healing... more >

Quaker Meeting House 2 Lawn Terrace Blackheath SE3 9LL

Today

Handel's Messiah at Christmas (highlights) by Candlelight

Enjoy an outstanding candlelit concert in the run-up to Christmas with a selection from Handel's masterpiece, The Messiah and other exceptional... more >

St Giles Cathedral, Edinburgh EH1 1EH

Today

The Great Gatsby

Scar Theatre’s new adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s quintessential Jazz Age novel reveals how the themes of love, loss and social stratification..... more >

Gateforth Street, London NW8 8EH

Today to Sat 14 Dec

Odd and the Frost Giants

It's going to take a very special kind of boy to defeat the most dangerous of all the Frost Giants and rescue the mighty Gods... more >

The Unicorn Theatre, 147 Tooley St, London SE1 2HZ

Today to Tue 31 Dec

Baby Gospel Christmas Family Concert - Balham

“Had an incredible time…singing along to classics, dancing and grooving” The Young Londoner “A beautiful interactive performance for all ages” -... more >

Balham Baptist Church, 21 Ramsden Road, Balham SW12 8QX

Today

Baby Gospel Christmas Family Concert | Hammersmith

“Had an incredible time…singing along to classics, dancing and grooving” The Young Londoner “A beautiful interactive performance for all ages” -... more >

Riverside Studios, 101 Queen Caroline Street, Hammersmith, London W6 9BN

Today

Odd and The Frost Giants

The cast of Odd and the Frost Giants will venture into the legendary world of Norse mythology this Christmas... more >

147 Tooley St, London, SE1 2HZ NW3 7QA

Today to Tue 31 Dec

Plant Power - an exhibition of sculpture by Annie Trevorah

With her sculptures Annie Trevorah conjures an alien species defined by adaptive features that safeguard survival in a precarious future... more >

HS Projects, 12 Hammersmith Grove, London W6 7AP

Today, Fri 13 Dec, Mon 16 Dec, and more dates until Thu 30 Jan 2025

Christmas Conversations

Christmas conversations: sermons & messages from the Bishops Join speaker Angela Platt in the upcoming talk exploring the festive sermons &... more >

Fulham Palace Bishops Avenue SW6 6EA

Tue 10 Dec

The Various Methods of Escape (UK Premiere)

The Various Methods of Escape is a bold 2 act Australian play about moving past traumatic experiences... more >

68 Clapham Manor Street, London SW4 6DZ

Tue 10 Dec to Sat 14 Dec

Premium

NICOLA Arts

FREE DANCE CLASSES IN FULHAM Looking for young people that want to learn to dance. Anyone from 15 to 25 can join for FREE... more >

Vaston Palace Community Centre Samuel Lewis Trust Estate SW6 1BU

Tue 10 Dec, Fri 13 Dec, Tue 17 Dec, Fri 20 Dec

Dead Hard

Brand new immersive theatre company - Yippee Theatre has announced its cast for the world premiere of Dead Hard, a drag Die Hard parody pantomime... more >

COLAB Tower, 22 Southwark Bridge Road SE1 9HB

Tue 10 Dec to Sun 12 Jan 2025

The Holly King and The Oak king

Inspired by the old Celtic folk tale, The Holly King and the Oak King, this brand-new festive adventure invites you on an unforgettable journey... more >

Battersea Arts Centre Lavender Hill SW11 5TN

Tue 10 Dec to Sun 15 Dec, Tue 17 Dec to Sun 22 Dec, Tue 24 Dec

Festive Table Scaping & Cocktail Making With Clodagh McKenna and Porti

Get Ready to Host in Style: Peroni Nastro Azzurro presents festive table scaping & cocktail making with Clodagh McKenna and Portia Freeman This... more >

The Glasshouse at Winter By The River in London Bridge is located at The Scoop at More, London SE1 2AA

Tue 10 Dec

The Nutcracker

Saturday 16 November – Sunday 26 January Recommended for ages 5-12 A festive, magical quest for the whole family When Clara receives... more >

Polka Theatre, 240 The Broadway, Wimbledon SW19 1SB

Wed 11 Dec, Sun 15 Dec, Wed 18 Dec, and more dates until Sun 12 Jan 2025

Christmas in Chelsea

Experience Christmas in Chelsea at the iconic Royal Hospital Chelsea, home of the Chelsea Pensioners - a brand-new festive adventure and 2024’s... more >

Royal Hospital Chelsea Royal Hospital Road SW3 4SR

Wed 11 Dec to Tue 24 Dec, Fri 27 Dec to Sun 29 Dec

Borough Market's Evening of Cheese

Cheese fans rejoice, Borough Market’s popular Evening of Cheese returns. The annual event led by the Market’s community of cheesemongers offers..... more >

Borough Market SE1 1TL

Wed 11 Dec

Age UK H&F Carol Concert

Celebrate Christmas with Age UK Hammersmith & Fulham on Wednesday 11th December! Join us and our special celebrity guests (including Angela Rippon!... more >

Holy Trinity Church, 41 Brook Green London W6 7BL

Wed 11 Dec

Good Afternoon Choir Christmas Concert

Beckenham Good Afternoon Choir are joining with Biggin Hill Good Afternoon Choir, Croydon East Good Afternoon Choir and West Wickham Good Afternoon... more >

St John’s Church, 251 Eden Park Ave, Beckenham BR3 3JN

Wed 11 Dec

The Fir Tree

This festive period, How It Ended and artsdepot present an imaginative and brand-new theatrical adaption of Hans Christian Andersen’s moral tale, The... more >

artsdepot, Studio Theatre, 5 Nether Street N12 0GA

Thu 12 Dec, Tue 31 Dec

Take Twenty Winter Warmer

How about some live music to start the festive season? Get in the mood with Take Twenty singing jazz, contemporary and seasonal songs, with our..... more >

United Reformed Church, Pond Square, Highgate N6 6BA

Thu 12 Dec

Teas from the Garden: seasonal workshop

Join the Royal College of Physicians (RCP) Garden team for a delightful evening of tea tasting and blending featuring ingredients grown in the... more >

Royal College of Physicians Museum, 11 St Andrews Place London NW1 4LE

Thu 12 Dec

Moonlight Sonata at Christmas by Candlelight

Treat yourself and your loved ones to an exceptional pre-Christmas piano recital in the beautiful candlelit setting of St James Church Piccadilly... more >

St James Church, 197 Piccadilly, London W1J 9LL

Thu 12 Dec

The Snow Queen

From the creative team that brought you the Tabard’s Five Children and It and The Secret Garden comes an unforgettable and thrilling adventure for... more >

Tabard Theatre, 2 Bath Road, Chiswick W4 1LW

Thu 12 Dec to Sun 15 Dec, Thu 19 Dec to Tue 24 Dec, Fri 27 Dec to Tue 31 Dec, Thu 2 Jan 2025 to Sat 4 Jan 2025

Christmas Carols by Candlelight

Enjoy an outstanding festive musical performance in the run-up to Christmas with an unmissable concert by the phenomenally talented Piccadilly... more >

St James Church, 197 Piccadilly, London W1J 9LL

Thu 12 Dec

Dementia Conference

The 20th International Conference on Dementia and Dementia Care, scheduled for December 12-13, 2024, in London, UK, will focus on the theme Falls in... more >

LONDON UK SL4 5SF

Thu 12 Dec and Fri 13 Dec

Handel's Messiah (Highlights) at Christmas

Enjoy an outstanding candlelit concert in the run-up to Christmas with a selection from Handel's masterpiece, The Messiah... more >

St Mary Le Strand Church, London WC2R 1ES

Fri 13 Dec

Chopin & Champagne at Christmas

Enjoy an exceptional piano recital in the lead up to Christmas with a pre-dinner (6.30pm) or post-dinner (9pm) performance of Chopin, complete with a..... more >

1901 Arts Club, London SE1 8UE

Fri 13 Dec

Chopin & Champagne at Christmas

Enjoy an exceptional piano recital in the lead up to Christmas with a pre-dinner (6.30pm) or post-dinner (9pm) performance of Chopin, complete with a..... more >

1901 Arts Club, London SE1 8UE

Fri 13 Dec

Handel's Messiah (Highlights) at Christmas

Enjoy an outstanding candlelit concert in the run-up to Christmas with a selection from Handel's masterpiece, The Messiah... more >

St Mary Le Strand Church, London WC2R 1ES

Fri 13 Dec

Information Lecture: Help and Healing on the Spiritual Path

through the teaching of Bruno Groening - medically documented. Through the absorption of the divine power, many people are experiencing the..... more >

The Friends Meeting House 17 Woodville Road Ealing W5 2SE

Fri 13 Dec, Fri 3 Jan 2025, Fri 24 Jan 2025

Christmas at the Florence Nightingale Museum (Museum Late)

Christmas at the Florence Nightingale Museum! Join us for a special evening as we blend history and holiday spirit together for Christmas at the..... more >

2 Lambeth Palace Rd, London SE1 7EP

Fri 13 Dec

Festive Dining under Mars with Live Jazz

Festive Jazz Dining Evening under Mars is a unique dining experience in the iconic Painted Hall. Indulge in a delicious three course Christmas meal..... more >

Old Royal Naval College SE10 9NN

Fri 13 Dec

Winter Nights at the Zoo

Experience the zoo like never before with this exclusive after-dark festive event. Perfect for family and friends!... more >

Battersea Park Children’s Zoo SW11 4NJ

Fri 13 Dec, Fri 20 Dec

Bossa Nova Club Nights by Mario Bakuna - Every Friday @Omnino

Come and enjoy the best of Bossa Nova and an exceptional dining experience. more >

78-79 LEADENHALL STREET EC3A 3DH

Fri 13 Dec, Fri 20 Dec

Baby Broadway Christmas Family Concert | Southgate

“ We LOVE baby broadway. So magical at Christmas. The children are mesmerized” - parent on Instagram “Thank you so much for some much needed..... more >

Southgate | Chickenshed Theatre Chase Side, Southgate, London N14 4PE

Fri 13 Dec

Cinderella

The Chameleons officially invite you to Prince Charming’s Grand Masked Ball! Come and cheer on Cinderella and her best friend Buttons as they battle..... more >

The Church of Ascension Hall, The Avenue, Wembley HA9 9QL

Fri 13 Dec to Sun 15 Dec

Premium

Yule Rock

Come all ye mirthful to Sunday Assembly London's annual festive fundraiser, Yule Rock! Join comedian and science presenter Helen Arney for the..... more >

Conway Hall, 25 Red Lion Square WC1R 4RL

Fri 13 Dec

Baby Broadway Christmas Family Concert- Islington

“ We LOVE baby broadway. So magical at Christmas. The children are mesmerized” - parent on Instagram “Thank you so much for some much needed..... more >

Christ Church, 155 Highbury Grove, London N5 1SA

Fri 13 Dec

The Nutcracker - A Festive Family Treat!

After a sell-out tour last year, this festive favourite makes a welcome return this Christmas. Retaining all the much-loved characters and music, but..... more >

The Royal Academy of Dance 188 York Road London SW11 3JZ

Sat 14 Dec

Claus for Celebration: Santa is Coming to Southside Shopping Centre

Santa Claus is coming to Southside Shopping Centre this Christmas, spreading festive magic in and around the centre... more >

Southside Shopping Centre, Wandsworth High Street SW18 4TF

Sat 14 Dec, Sun 15 Dec, Sat 21 Dec to Tue 24 Dec

Haven House Santa's Grotto

Join Haven House for a magical Santa's Grotto open every weekend from Saturday 23 November to Sunday 22 December at Northfields Nursery... more >

Northfield Nursery, Sewardstone Road E4 7RG

Sat 14 Dec, Sun 15 Dec, Sat 21 Dec, Sun 22 Dec

Baby Broadway Christmas Family Concert- Bromley

“ We LOVE baby broadway. So magical at Christmas. The children are mesmerized” - parent on Instagram “Thank you so much for some much needed..... more >

Churchill Theatre Lounge High Street BR1 1HA

Sat 14 Dec

The Piccadilly Christmas Concert

Enjoy an outstanding musical evening in the run-up to Christmas with a performance of Vivaldi's timeless classic, The Four Seasons, and other... more >

The Piccadilly Christmas Concert W1J 9LL

Sat 14 Dec

Father Christmas in Bishop Sherlock’s room

Father Christmas is flying into Fulham Palace! Immerse yourself in the holiday spirit at Fulham Palace, where the winter season transforms the..... more >

Fulham Palace, Bishop’s Avenue, Fulham, London SW6 6EA

Sat 14 Dec

Moonlight Sonata at Christmas

Enjoy an exceptional candlelit piano recital in lead up to Christmas. The concert will include some of the greatest repertoire for solo piano..... more >

St Mary Le Strand Church, London WC2R 1ES

Sat 14 Dec

London's No.1 Kizomba Party: Clube Vicio - with DJ Bangolano

?? London’s No.1 Saturday Kizomba Party - Clube Vicio ?? Are you ready to meet new people, dance the night away, and enjoy a fun, vibrant..... more >

Casa Ritmo, 64-66 Newington Causeway SE1 6DF

Sat 14 Dec

Old School Simmitry

OLD SCHOOL SIMMITRY Paradiso Rooftop Nightclub - Above The Prince Of Wales Brixton A new night in Brixton featuring classic Soul Funk and Rare... more >

Paradiso, The Prince Of Wales, 467 Brixton Road SW9 8HH

Sat 14 Dec

The Glory of Christmas

A Christmas concert for all the family. Vivaldi: Gloria (excerpts) Handel: Hallelujah Chorus J S Bach: Sheep may safely graze Tchaikovsky:..... more >

Trinity Church, Nether Street, North Finchley N12 7NN

Sat 14 Dec

The Snowy Day

Friday 6 December - Sunday 2 February Recommended for ages 1-4 One winter morning, Peter woke up and looked out the window... more >

Polka Theatre, 240 The Broadway, Wimbledon, London SW19 1SB

Sat 14 Dec, Sun 15 Dec, Sat 21 Dec, and more dates until Sun 2 Feb 2025

Jack and the Beanstalk Panto

Fe Fi Fo Fum, the Christmas pantomime you've all BEAN waiting for! Come join Jack, his family and the residents of Chuckleville as they face..... more >

The Ryan theatre, Yew Walk, Harrow on the hill HA1 3EJ

Sat 14 Dec and Sun 15 Dec

BucketRace (Scavenger Hunt) 12 Days of Christmas Hunt

Don’t let the cold get you down! Grab your Christmas jumpers and get into the Christmas spirit with our 12 Days of Christmas, Winter Scavenger Hunt... more >

Golden Square, Brewer St, Soho, London W1F 9HR

Sat 14 Dec

Wandsworth Panto - The Little Mermaid

This December in the Wandsworth Civic Suite, dive into a world of wonder as we bring the classic story of The Little Mermaid to life on stage... more >

Wandsworth High St, London SW18 2PU

Sat 14 Dec, Sun 15 Dec, Thu 19 Dec to Sun 22 Dec

Rhapsody in Blue at Christmas By Candlelight

Enjoy an exceptional candlelit piano recital in lead up to Christmas. The concert will include some of the greatest repertoire for solo piano..... more >

St Mary Le Strand Church, London WC2R 1ES

Sat 14 Dec

Grand Christmas Concert

Popular seasonal choral and orchestral music with the Choirs of Chingford Parish Church and Chingford Sinfonia, directed by Michael Emerson more >

Chingford Parish Church, The Green, Chingford E4 7EN

Sat 14 Dec

Information Lecture: Help and Healing on the Spiritual Path

Information Lecture: Help and Healing on the Spiritual Path through the teaching of Bruno Groening - medically documented... more >

Latvian House, (First Floor) 72 Queensborough Terrace W2 3SH

Sat 14 Dec, Sat 4 Jan 2025

Giving Back this Christmas

7 December - 5 January 2025 Join us for one of our FREE Christmas family workshops. Celebrate the season of giving with us as we craft..... more >

WWT London Wetland Centre, Queen Elizabeth Walk, Barnes SW13 9WT

Sat 14 Dec, Sun 15 Dec, Sat 21 Dec to Tue 24 Dec, Sat 28 Dec to Sun 5 Jan 2025

Woolwich Model Railway Show (London)

Woolwich Model Rail Show (London) Sun 15th Dec 24. Now with 21 layouts, inc some of the original Thomas The Tank models from the TV series... more >

Shrewsbury House, Bushmoor Cres, Shooters Hill, Woolwich, London SE18 3EG

Sun 15 Dec

Learn to Swing dance in a day with SwingdanceUK!

Learn to Swing Dance in a Day! with Simon Selmon Learn the foundations of Lindy Hop, this popular 1940s partner dance... more >

Studio 2, CitySport Studio, 124 Goswell Road, London EC1V 7DP

Sun 15 Dec

XUK English Online

XUK run offer a fantastic interactive experience with free online activities for children and teenagers... more >

Virtual Event

Sun 15 Dec

Baby Broadway Christmas Family Concert, Bedfordshire

“ We LOVE baby broadway. So magical at Christmas. The children are mesmerized” - parent on Instagram “Thank you so much for some much needed..... more >

Bigg Theatre, 36 High Street, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire SG18 0JL

Sun 15 Dec

CRiBS Christmas Celebration

Come along and grab a warm drink and festive nibble as we look back on the year's work at CRiBS Charitable Trust... more >

St John’s Church, 57 Danson Lane, Welling DA16 2BQ

Mon 16 Dec

Baby Broadway Christmas family concert | Stoke Newington

“Tip-top show tunes that worm their way into ears of all ages” - Time Out London “Absolutely brilliant... more >

Stoke Newington | The Old Church Stoke Newington Church Street, London N16 9ES

Mon 16 Dec

A Christmas Carol - A One-Man Performance

Sink into the classic tale of Victorian Christmas and the redemption of London’s most memorable miser, as we follow Scrooge through his encounters... more >

Old Operating Theatre Museum and Herb Garret St Thomas’ Church 9a St Thomas Street London SE1 9RY

Mon 16 Dec

Christmas Carols by Candlelight

Enjoy an outstanding musical evening in the run-up to Christmas with an unmissable performance by the phenomenally talented Piccadilly Christmas... more >

St James Piccadilly, London W1J 9LL

Tue 17 Dec

Baby Broadway Christmas Family Concert- Sydenham

“ We LOVE baby broadway. So magical at Christmas. The children are mesmerized” - parent on Instagram “Thank you so much for some much needed..... more >

St Bartholomew’s Church, 4 Westwood Hill, Sydenham SE26 6QR

Tue 17 Dec

Baby Broadway Christmas family concert | Blackheath

“ We LOVE baby broadway. So magical at Christmas. The children are mesmerized” - parent on Instagram “Thank you so much for some much needed..... more >

Mycenae House, 90 Mycenae Road, Blackheath SE3 7SE

Tue 17 Dec

Christmas Carols at St Paul's with Blood Cancer UK

It’s never too early to start thinking about Christmas! Join us for an unforgettable evening of music and hope at St Paul’s Cathedral as we come..... more >

St Paul’s Cathedral St Paul’s Churchyard London EC4M 8AD

Tue 17 Dec

Winter Festivals - Patake

Join London Youth Choirs for an enchanting evening of song at Milton Court Concert Hall. Across both of our end of term concerts, you will experience..... more >

Milton Court Concert Hall, 1 Milton St, London EC2Y 9BH

Tue 17 Dec

Beckenham Good Afternoon Choir at The Green Bird Cafe

Beckenham Good Afternoon Choir will be singing Christmas favourites at The Green Bird Cafe at St John's Church, Beckenham... more >

The Green Bird Cafe, St John’s Church, 251 Eden Park Ave, Beckenham BR3 3JN

Wed 18 Dec

Stamp Club Meeting (Leytonstone & Wanstead)

Details and date/time of this meeting were not available at the time of writing. Please contact society before travelling... more >

Pastures Centre, Davies Lane, Leytonstone, London E11 3DR

Wed 18 Dec

Comedy at Jawbone Brewing

Live stand up comedy at Jawbone Brewing Brand new lineup each month, watch some of the (in our opinion) best acts on the UK circuit Independently... more >

Jawbone Brewery Unit C 1 Strawberry Vale TW1 4RY

Wed 18 Dec

CatGPT - The Nightmare Before Catmas

CatGPT is the mostly true tail of a Welshman’s attempts to bring back to life his beloved dead cat Lentil, by using sophisticated robotics, sensors,... more >

The Cockpit, Gateforth Street NW8 8EH

Wed 18 Dec

Baby Broadway Christmas Family Concert | Balham

“Tip-top show tunes that worm their way into ears of all ages” - Time Out London “Absolutely brilliant... more >

Balham | Balham Baptist Church 21 Ramsden Road, London SW12 8QX

Wed 18 Dec

A Christmas Wish - A Gorgeous Christmas Show

It is Christmas Eve. Fern the Christmas Fairy and Eggnog the Elf are vey excited! They play, dance and decorate their cosy little room... more >

Libra Theatre Cafe 37 Chalk Farm Road NW1 8AJ

Wed 18 Dec

Baby Broadway Christmas Family Concert- London

“ We LOVE baby broadway. So magical at Christmas. The children are mesmerized” - parent on Instagram “Thank you so much for some much needed..... more >

Big Penny Social, 1 Priestley Way, London E17 6AL

Thu 19 Dec

Scarlet & Gold at Christmas

Direct from duties at Buckingham Palace, The Musicians of The Household Division return to the Fairfield Halls with their spectacular Christmas... more >

park lane ,Croydon CR9 1DG

Thu 19 Dec

A History of Christmas with Paul Kerensa

Join author of Hark! The Biography of Christmas Paul Kerensa for a fun festive whizz through 4000 years of Christmas past – from how Jingle Bells..... more >

Tabard Theatre, 2 Bath Road, Chiswick W4 1LW

Thu 19 Dec

The Christmas Quizpocalypse

Prudencia Productions, an emerging female and queer led theatre company, in association with Broken Record Theatre, presents The Christmas... more >

Drayton Arms Theatre 153 Old Brompton Road London SW5 0LJ

Thu 19 Dec and Fri 20 Dec

Baby Broadway Christmas family concert | Covent Garden

“ We LOVE baby broadway. So magical at Christmas. The children are mesmerized” - parent on Instagram “Thank you so much for some much needed..... more >

Covent Garden | The Actor’s Church Bedford Street, Covent Garden, London WC2E 9ED

Fri 20 Dec

Bach Brandenberg Concertos at Christmas

Enjoy an outstanding musical evening in the days before Christmas with a selection of Bach's magnificent Brandenburg Concertos and other... more >

St Mary Le Strand Church, London WC2R 1ES

Fri 20 Dec

Sound Healing | Serenity on Mars

Immerse yourself in a sound healing ritual beneath Mars in the Painted Hall. Hosted by sound healer and artist Junior Valentine, Serenity on..... more >

Painted Hall, Old Royal Naval College SE10 9NN

Fri 20 Dec

Handel’s Messiah (Highlights) at Christmas by Candlelight

Enjoy an outstanding candlelit concert in the run-up to Christmas with a selection from Handel's masterpiece, The Messiah and other exceptional... more >

Sheffield Cathedral, Sheffield S1 1HA

Fri 20 Dec

Do Horses Have Teeth, Sir?

ohn Hegley, the star of radio, T.V. and school assemblies, returns with a celebratory festive jamboree chock-full of daft and deft wordplay,..... more >

The Cockpit, Gateforth Street NW8 8EH

Fri 20 Dec to Sun 22 Dec

The Four Seasons by Candlelight

Corelli Christmas Concerto and Vivaldi Four Seasons St Mary’s Church, Upper Street, Islington N1 2TX Saturday December 21st, 6pm & 8pm Come... more >

St Marys Church, Islington Upper Street, London N1 2TX

Sat 21 Dec

Braid Candy offer the sweetest braids in town at Southside

Braid Candy, the creative braiding service, will be at one of south London’s best shopping malls, Southside, for two fun-filled weeks (21 December... more >

Southside Shopping Centre, Wandsworth London SW18 4TF

Sat 21 Dec to Sun 5 Jan 2025

Vivaldi's Four Seasons at Christmas by Candlelight

Enjoy an outstanding musical evening in the run-up to Christmas with a performance of Vivaldi's timeless classic, The Four Seasons and... more >

St Mary Le Strand Church, London WC2R 1ES

Sat 21 Dec

Handel’s Messiah (Highlights) at Christmas by Candlelight

Enjoy an outstanding candlelit concert in the run-up to Christmas with a selection from Handel's masterpiece, The Messiah and other exceptional... more >

St Ann’s Church, Manchester, Manchester M2 7LF

Sat 21 Dec

Baluji Interactions presents 'The Winter Solstice From Within'

London - On Saturday, 21 December 2024, Rich Mix will host a special concert composed by the acclaimed multi-instrumentalist Baluji Shrivastav OBE... more >

Rich Mix, 35-47 Bethnal Green Road, London E1 6LA

Sat 21 Dec

Festive Family Fun Day

21 December Join us at WWT London Wetland Centre for a magical day of festive family fun! Immerse yourself in the holiday spirit with gospel..... more >

WWT London Wetland Centre, Queen Elizabeth Walk, Barnes SW13 9WT

Sat 21 Dec

Baby Broadway Christmas Family Concert | Putney

“ We LOVE baby broadway. So magical at Christmas. The children are mesmerized” - parent on Instagram “Thank you so much for some much needed..... more >

Putney | St Mary’s Church Putney High Street, London SW15 1SN

Sat 21 Dec

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Things to do around London

London, the vibrant capital of the United Kingdom, offers an abundance of activities for a memorable day out. Whether you're a local or a visitor, there's something for everyone in this bustling metropolis. Let's explore some of the best things to do in London:

1. Visit London's Markets:
- London has a plethora of markets, each with its own unique vibe. Here are some must-visit options:
- Old Spitalfields Market: Located in east central London, it offers vintage clothing, handmade accessories, worldly foods, and novel art.
- Camden Market: Perfect for rockers and music lovers, it's known for leather jackets, vegan lunch options, and piercings.
- Portobello Market: Notting Hill's colorful houses and unique items make it a popular spot for photographers.
- Borough Market: London's premium food market with a variety of delicious treats, from coffee to fresh farm produce.

2. Explore Arty and Architectural Gems:
- Even if you're not religious, visiting London's churches is a treat. Explore historic architecture and stunning stained glass windows. Some notable ones include:
- St. Paul's Cathedral: Climb to the top for panoramic views of the city.
- Westminster Abbey: A UNESCO World Heritage Site with centuries of history.
- St. Martin-in-the-Fields: Attend a classical music concert or enjoy a meal at its crypt cafe.
- Southwark Cathedral: A hidden gem near Borough Market.
- Temple Church: Known for its round nave and medieval origins.

3. Enjoy the Outdoors:
- London has beautiful green spaces and outdoor activities:
- Hyde Park: Stroll by the Serpentine, rent a rowboat, or have a picnic.
- Regent's Park: Visit the Queen Mary's Rose Garden and the London Zoo.
- Richmond Park: Spot deer and enjoy the vast open space.
- Hampstead Heath: Explore the heathland, swim in the ponds, and take in the skyline views.
- Thames River Walk: Follow the Thames Path for scenic riverside views.

4. Quirky and Fun Activities:
- London offers plenty of unique experiences:
- Shuffleboarding: Try shuffleboard at venues like The London Shuffle Club.
- Escape Rooms: Solve puzzles and unravel mysteries at various escape room locations.
- Weird Experiences: From immersive theater to unusual dining, London has it all.
- Electronic Darts: Play darts with a modern twist at Flight Club.
- Go Karting: Race around indoor tracks at TeamSport Karting.
- Virtual Reality Experiences: Try VR gaming or immersive storytelling at Otherworld³.

5. Day Trips from London:
- If you have more time, consider day trips to nearby destinations:
- Windsor: Visit Windsor Castle, the oldest and largest inhabited castle in the world.
- Greenwich: Explore the Royal Observatory, the Cutty Sark, and the Maritime Museum.
- Oxford: Discover the famous university city and its historic colleges.
- Cambridge: Explore the picturesque colleges and punting on the River Cam.
- Brighton: Enjoy the beach, the Royal Pavilion, and the quirky Lanes.

Remember to check opening hours and any booking requirements for these attractions. Whether you're interested in culture, outdoor adventures, or quirky experiences, London promises an unforgettable day out!