Humbug: The Immersive Christmas Dive Bar
New to the scene this year? Humbug: The Immersive Christmas Dive Bar, where you can expect an adults-only grotto experience with a bad Santa and all his pals. Think interactive story telling, naughty cocktails and OTT decor - spanning everything from tinsel and tartan to Home Alone-themed murals and a shrine to Mariah Carey. But that's not all, since there's a flurry of snow as part of raucous performances too.
It wouldn't be snowy scenes without Santa.
The Montague on the Gardens Ski Lodge
Wondering where to find snow in the UK? This Bloomsbury hotspot has got you covered...literally. Setting the scene with pine trees, falling flakes, Christmas lights and festive gear, The Montague on the Gardens Ski Lodge is the perfect place for a fun time in the West End. Ideal for big group events, book your ski pass and tuck into alpine treats.
You won't need to wrap up warm at this faux snow paradise.
Exhibit
Visit the Exhibit’s Winter Garden and you’ll feel like you’ve stumbled straight into a festive fairytale, right in the heart of Balham. With a private bar, purpose-built sleigh, and even a snow machine, this hidden oasis brings the magic of a snowy Christmas to London, complete with twinkling lights and cosy corners perfect for your seasonal selfies.
Whether it’s a romantic night out, a family outing, or a festive catch-up with friends, the Winter Garden creates the kind of Instagram-worthy moments that will make everyone believe in a little holiday magic.
The Secret Garden At Exhibit.
Covent Garden
From tourists to Instagrammers and all the Londoners in between, Covent Garden is attracting a flurry of festive activity this winter. The Central London hotspot has once again been decked out with giant trees, gorgeous mistletoe installations and over 100,000 stunning lights.
As if that wasn't enough, there are dustings of snow every. single. day. in December - with a load of the white stuff falling on the hour, every hour between 12 and 9pm.
Don't miss performances from The Royal Opera House dancers.
The O2
This year, The O2 is giving you the chance to experience the highest snow globe in the world, as a sparkly dome complete with the good stuff will be landing atop the famous building on the 22nd of November.
You'll have to scale The O2 to get to it, which is a thrilling experience in itself, and as soon as you reach its spectacular sphere you'll be met with Christmas trees, gingerbread cookies and bubbles - the perfect festive recipe if you ask us.
There's no business like snow business atop The O2.
Seven Dials Market
Experience pure joy and magic at Covent Garden's Seven Dials Market this winter as it'll be covered in snow every Wednesday to Sunday.
The Snow Glode event will be a street food-filled winter wonderland with sessions from 8.30pm on Wednesday and Thursday, and earlier ones at 4.30pm and 6.30pm too from Friday to Sunday. Umbrellas are included so grab a seat in the snow zone, then head to the bar for a complimentary glass of Telmont Champagne.
Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow.
Coppa Club Tower Bridge
If you’re hunting for a guaranteed white Christmas in London (because the real stuff never reads the memo), Coppa Club Tower Bridge has you covered. Their iconic Tower Bridge igloos are back - reimagined this year as fully fledged snow globes, complete with cosy furnishings, twinkling lights and actual snowfall every 15 minutes.
Set against postcard-perfect views of the Thames and Tower Bridge, these glassy domes are the ultimate winter hideouts. Settle in for snug dinners, steaming cocktails or a full evening of watching flakes swirl around you while you stay toasty under faux-fur throws.
London snow forecast: 100% chance inside an igloo.
Leadenhall Market
Leadenhall Market is delivering the festive goods. The historic Victorian arcade has gone full winter wonderland, complete with daily snowfall drifting across its cobbled walkways at 12pm and 6pm.
Stroll beneath the Market’s iconic green-and-gold roof as flakes fall around you, making every coffee run, shopping dash or after-work drink feel instantly more magical. Speaking of drinks, the much-loved Alpine Lodge is back: a cosy, twinkling pop-up pouring seasonal tipples and serving winter-warming treats in a snug, chalet-style setting.
Expect giant Christmas trees.
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