Best London Christmas Events 2024: Festive What's On Guide

Feeling festive? Damn right you are. Launch yourself into all things baubles and beverages at one of the many seasonal pop-ups or things to do taking over the city. From snowy cocktail menus and immersive experiences to themed brunches with Santa, there really is something for everyone at these Christmas events in London for 2024 - even if you're after somewhere to host your yuletide party.

Last edited by Kiera Chapman

Last updated on 7th February 2024




Mr Fogg's Victorian Murder Mystery

@ Mr Fogg's Residence on Sunday 24th March 2024 and 14 other Sundays

Utilise your detective skills this Christmas with tickets to Mr Fogg's Victorian Murder Mystery. Taking place at his Mayfair residence, Phileas J. Fogg invites you to uncover who killed his friend, John Sullivan, along with solving the Bank of England robbery. It's one mighty task, and on Sundays in December, there's an exclusive Christmas special too.

The Cocktail Club

One of the most fun things to do at Christmas in London? Head back to Mr Claus' for bottomless brunch at The Cocktail Club, of course. There's plenty of chaos on the cards as you'll be treated to carols, beats from DJ Satna along with unlimited drinks, tasty food and the naughtiest (or nicest), fun-filled experience.

Sexquisite Events

Take a leaf out of Bad Santa's book and be sure to attend one of Sexquisite Event's festive shows this Christmas. Popping up in locations across the UK, this sex worker-led arts company will be spreading joy in the form of cabaret acts and bear-all panel talks with people from the adult industry. 

Southbank Christmas Markets Singles Pub Crawl Ages 25-40

@ BrewDog Waterloo on Saturday 6th April 2024 and 6 other Saturdays

While Southbank Centre's markets are usually a top choice of free things to do at Christmas 2023 in London, you can also add on this singles' bar crawl afterwards. Feel like the romantic protagonist out of your favourite festive flick, joining 40 others to enjoy a magical evening exploring the area's pop-up bars, rooftop terraces and beer gardens, with plenty of ice breaker games to get involved with.

Flight Club

It's the season to be jolly, so get your pals together and down to Flight Club. Venues in Victoria, Islington, Shoreditch and Bloomsbury are celebrating with a special brunch social featuring Christmas jumpers, festive cocktails on arrival and bottomless pizza, as well as a bottle of prosecco each.

Electric Shuffle

Offering some of the best Christmas festivities, Electric Shuffle's venues are sure to hit the spot when it comes to fun activities. Their festive brunch is the place for shuffle board, pizza and a bottle of prosecco each to celebrate the season.

London Bridge Rooftop

London Bridge Rooftop is transforming into a winter paradise this year, complete with festive decorations, DJ sets and heaters. Alongside the great views, you can get your hands on mulled wine, seasonal bites and delicious cocktails, with an option to go for bottomless brunch as well.

Bounce

Both the North Pole Olympics and Christmas bottomless brunches are coming to Bounce venues across London. The former boasts plenty of ping pong-based challenges alongside prizes for the podium places, while the latter involves unlimited drinks and a drag extravaganza.

London's Best Wreath Workshops

Whether you're looking to adorn your front door in the season's finest fir or simply learn something new, these Christmas activities in London see you crack on with some of the best wreath-making workshops. Think bubbles, mulled wine and binding going hand-in-hand.

Archer Street Group

Archer Street's bars in Notting Hill, Soho and SW11 have Christmas brunches in store for your festivities this year, promising everything from 90 minutes of bottomless booze to pros serenading you for entertainment. They're sure to jingle your bells.

The Rosemary Branch Theatre

Head to Islington's Rosemary Branch Theatre for a slice of Christmas performance. They're hosting two fantastic seasonal cabaret shows where artists can showcase their new work, as well as a family-friendly Desperately Seeking Santa show. 

Ballie Ballerson London

A Winter Wonderland and giant ball pit all rolled into one? Yes please. If you're looking for unusual things to do in London at Christmas, Ballie Ballerson will see you chow down on a themed brunch and party until the early hours, all in groovy setting decked out with baubles.

The Chocolate Cocktail Club London

@ The Chocolate Cocktail Club on Various dates from Tuesday 19th March 2024

After a run of successful pop-ups, The Chocolate Cocktail Club has found a permanent home in Farringdon. This Christmas, it's serving some seriously delicious cocktails. On the menu are edible reindeers filled with liquor, plus drinks like the Cosnowpolitan. What's more, tickets include two mocktails on the house. Chocotini, anyone?

Christmas is a Drag at the Bloomsbury Big Top

@ The Bloomsbury Big Top on Saturday 30th November and Saturday 14th December 2024

Want to get into the seasonal spirit with some spiffing Christmas events this 2023? In December, The Bloomsbury Big Top is pulling out all the stops with its festive drag event. There will be three amazing headliners and dancers, as well as a token for street food and a mini bottle of Bottega of Gold.

SUPA DUPA FLY

Supa Dupa Fly are bringing all the Christmas cheer this year, hosting everything from bottomless brunches and themed club nights to family-friendly raves. Whether you're in Brixton, Shoreditch, London Bridge or beyond, check out their fun-filled festive events.

Tonight Josephine

All The Jingle Ladies is Tonight Josephine's answer to getting festive in our city, promising the all-singing, all-dancing bottomless brunch event in Clapham, Shoreditch and Waterloo. Expect 90 minutes of booze, three drag queens, food and prizes.

Biscuiteers: Various Sites

Taking family Christmas events in London for 2024 up a notch? With cute cafes in both Notting Hill and Belgravia, you can find several fun and arty happenings at Biscuiteers. They've got kids holidays-timed classes to keep them entertained, otherwise head here as a couple or with friends for the adults-only cookie decorating sessions.

Your Guide To Ice Skating

After the coolest places to skate in our capital? From Somerset House to GLIDE Battersea, Ally Pally and more, these are the very best rinks that are making waves across London just in time for Christmas.

Discover Alternatives To Winter Wonderland

If Winter Wonderland just isn't hitting the spot like it used to, then you'll want to check out our guide on alternative destinations that'll still give you the festive feels. Think Christmas at Kew, riverside or rooftop igloos and snowy ski lodges.

Where To See Snow In London

Don't wait for the weather forecast to know if you're going to get your fix of flurries, as this list of places to go for faux snow is a must on your Christmas agenda. There are parties with Santa, rooftops filling your feed with flakes and hourly showers in Covent Garden.

London Christmas Lights In 2024

If you're after free Christmas events in London for 2024, many of these festive light trails and displays fit the bill. Expect Covent Garden's finest alongside Oxford and Carnaby Street - plus some paid-for options at Kew Gardens or Kenwood House. This guide has it all.