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Now that Christmas is just around the corner, London has turned into the most vibrant winter wonderland. With sparkly lights everywhere and the sweet aroma of the Christmas special plum cakes in the air, it's surely the most wonderful time of the year! A city that is among the most sought after destinations in the world, especially during the time of Christmas, London gets painted in the perfect Christmas hues with festive decorations and bustling streets. With plenty of different events taking place in the city during this time of the year, it's time to soak in the festive air in the best way possible. From concerts, to ice rinks and Christmas markets, here are some of the top Christmas events in London for you to check out this year.
Whether you live in the city or are visiting London during the holiday season, check out these top Christmas events taking place in the capital this year
Somerset House
The skating rink at the Somerset House in London is among the most iconic places to be at during Christmas. Gliding through the ice in this popular ice skating rink or soaking in the Georgian architecture while gazing at the 40-foot-tall Christmas tree at the Somerset House is among the top things to do in London during Christmas. From locals to tourists both indulging in the festive cheer during Christmas in London at the Somerset House is sure to set the perfect mood for the holiday season this year.
Location: Strand, London WC2R 1LA, United Kingdom
Dates: 13 November, 2024- 12 January, 2025
Miracle at Henrietta Hotel
A Christmas themed bar at the Henrietta Hotel in London, Miracle is just the place you need to be at to experience a kitsch Christmas. This year will mark the seventh year of New York’s famous bar, Miracle in London. Boasting of some of the most beloved and popular cocktails featured in the menu amidst a nostalgic Christmas decor that takes you back in time, being at Miracle is surely going to be a great way to spend Xmas in London. With their bar favourites consisting of the Christmapolitan and Snowball Old Fashioned, bring in the Christmas celebration in London at Miracle this year.
Location: 14-15 Henrietta Street, WC2E 8QH, London
Dates: 11 November, 2024- 23 December, 2024
Raymond Gubbay Christmas Festival
If you are in the mood to bring in the Christmas celebrations in a bit more melodious way, then attending the Raymond Gubbay Christmas Festival is just the perfect way for you to spend the day. With the well known classical music impresario, Raymond Gubbay presenting his annual handpicked selection of music especially for London during Christmas, the highlights of this event include a carol singalong, live orchestra and much more. Among the most lovely London activities in December to be a part of this holiday season, the Raymond Gubbay Christmas Festival is definitely a great way to spend the evening.
Location: The Bridgewater Hall, Lower Mosley St, Manchester M2 3WS, United Kingdom
Dates: 7 December, 2024- 1 January, 2025
St Paul’s Cathedral
What can be better than celebrating Christmas in the winter wonderland London the quintessential style? Bring in the winter festivities in the traditional way with evening carols in the St Paul’s Cathedral. A legendary landmark location of the city that hosts free and unticketed carol concerts every year along with conducting charity gigs and raising money for welfare purposes, the St Paul’s Cathedral is undoubtedly the best place to be during Christmas.
Location: St. Paul's Churchyard, London EC4M 8AD, United Kingdom
Dates: Christmas Carol Services on December 23 and 24, 2024
Dennis Severs’ House
An incredible way to spend Christmas this year, visiting Dennis Severs’ House this year during the holiday season is going to take you back in time. A place that is a well known historical tourist attraction in London, Dennis Severs’ House is as charismatic as it gets. A seasonal hotspot in London during the time of Christmas, visitors are greeted here with delicious gingerbreads and pudding mixes. A great place to be at, Dennis Severs’ House surely sets in the perfect Christmas mood.
Location: 18 Folgate St, London E1 6BX, United Kingdom
The most wonderful time of the year that we eagerly wait for, it won't be wrong if we say that celebrating Christmas in London is surely better than the rest. With plenty of activities and places to visit during this time of the year, apart from all the recommendations that we have spilled to you, Christmas in London is definitely incomplete without the London Christmas lights in Regent Street. With the Christmas lights turning on, this year Regent Street in London is celebrating ‘The Spirit of Christmas’ scheme with most wonderful sparkling installations for you to gaze at. So, get ready to soak in the Christmas festivities and brace yourselves up to experience the most exceptional Christmas this year if you are visiting or are a resident of London.
Disclaimer: The information in this article is accurate as of the date of publication only.