Let's get festive!
From gift shopping to festive feasting, cosy pop-ups and the biggest shows - take a stroll by the river and enjoy all the magic and sparkle of Christmas in South Bank this winter.
Support local and shop unique at these indie boutiques, design studios, specialist bookshops and beautiful gift emporiums.
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Looking for some fresh Christmas gift inspiration? We've rounded up some unique gifts you can only find in South Bank.
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London Marriott Hotel County Hall
Enjoy afternoon tea in grand surroundings with unrivaled riverside views of Big Ben
A collection of contemporary light art installations illuminates the South Bank this winter.
London’s official Paddington Bear immersive experience at County Hall has had a Christmas makeover!
Eat, drink and be merry at Southbank Centre’s riverside festive market.
Huge courtyard garden with street food, big screen sports, craft beer, DJs and fab live entertainment.
Santa swaps the North Pole for the swamp at this Shrektacular Christmas grotto.
London Marriott Hotel County Hall
Indulge your inner child and enter into the story of The Twits with this Roald Dahl-themed Afternoon Tea.
The perfect place to find high-quality, one-of-a-kind Christmas gifts in South Bank this festive season.
Indulge in an immersive cinema experience like no other at the UK's largest cinema screen.
The Sidings
London’s favourite karaoke club brand with eight state-of-the-art private rooms and a speakeasy-style bar.
From mince pies and mulled wine to alpine street food and roast Christmas dinners, where to find the most festive foodie experiences.
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The Old Vic
A bonefide classic returns to The Old Vic for the eighth year running.
National Theatre
A new stage version of Noel streatfeild's children’s novel comes to the National this festive season
Southbank Centre
Feathers will fly in Circa’s exuberant circus remake of Swan Lake.
Southbank Centre
A brand new magical, musical adventure for all the family based on the best-selling book.
Southbank Centre
This imaginative family adventure by the award-winning 1927 company combines handcrafted animation and bold storytelling.
National Theatre
Max Webster directs this joyful and flamboyant reimagining of Oscar Wilde’s celebrated comedy.
County Hall Pottery
A dinner party exhibition of ceramic tableware created by 40 artists - all of which is for sale!
BFI Southbank
BFI Southbank celebrates the life and work of actor, director and actor Sidney Poitier (1927-2022).
Southbank Centre
Find a creative home in the heart of the city at these free monthly workshops
Leake Street
Join Leake Street artist-in-residence Marc Craig for a hands-on graffiti workshop.
If you're spending Christmas in London, here's a look at what's happening in South Bank during the festive break.
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