Things to do in the City of London

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15.11.2023 – 01.01.2024

Christmas in the City

From enchanting Christmas markets, glorious carolling, and festive feasts, the City of London has something for everyone this season.

27.11.2023 – 25.12.2023

Christmas at St Paul’s Cathedral

St Paul's Cathedral

Experience Advent and Christmas through words, silence, and music at Sir Christopher Wren's masterpiece, St Paul's Cathedral.

08.12.2023

Aldgate in Winter Festival

Aldgate Square

Join a jam-packed community festival programme in Aldgate Square including lantern parades, live performances and creative workshops.

16.11.2023 – 02.01.2024

Christmas at Leadenhall Market

Leadenhall Market

Enjoy Christmas lights at City of London’s magical Leadenhall Market, including a giant real Christmas tree, and a twinkling light tunnel.

07.12.2023 – 19.12.2023

Christmas at the Barbican Centre

Barbican Centre

It's the most wonderful time of the year, with fun festive events at the Barbican Centre this Christmas season.

29.09.2023 – 31.12.2023

Treasures of Gold and Silver Wire – Exhibition

Guildhall Art Gallery

EXTENDED DUE TO POPULAR DEMAND: Step into the extraordinary world of exquisite craftsmanship and historical significance at this new exhibition by the Worshipful Company of Gold and Silver Wyre Drawers.

7 of the top family-friendly festive experiences in the City

Find a treasure trove of family-friendly activities in the City this Christmas.

There are so many things to do for families over the festive season, including taking part in a Roman Saturnalia-inspired workshop, marvelling at a vibrant lantern parade, capturing special moments in an immersive inflatable snow globe, and coming together for Christmas classics singalongs and much more.

Plan magical days out in the City of London.

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