We’ve rounded up the best events and one-of-a-kind London experiences in Covent Garden to help you plan your next visit to the West End. Whether it’s exclusive pop-ups on the Piazza, in-store events, artist installations or discovering the latest new openings in the neighbourhood, we’ve got you covered for the ultimate day out in Central London.
Whether you're planning for your West End itinerary, visiting internationally or staying in the loop as a local, add these goings-on to your Covent Garden must-see list and check out all of the very best things to do in London.
📍Across Covent Garden
🗓 From Wednesday 12th November
Covent Garden will switch on its world-famous Christmas lights on Wednesday 12th November, with over 300,000 sparkling lights throughout the neighbourhood, the return of the much-loved gold bells in the Market Building, and the iconic 55ft British-grown Christmas tree.
The switch on event will kick off Covent Garden’s 2025 campaign, The Theatre of Christmas. Rooted in the rich traditions of theatre and performance, The Theatre of Christmas will feature a seven-week celebration, inviting visitors to step behind the curtain of Christmas and into an immersive world of festive magic.
📍East Piazza
🗓 8th - 30th November
Free to enter, The Chalet of Play will include a Christmas market with fairground challenges at the Tinsel Toss, gaming-inspired missions in the LEGO Minecraft Zone and the chance to make your own LEGO Heart in the Build to Give area.
Visitors can also check out the Creativi-Tree, where they’ll be invited to construct a Christmas-themed model from a selection of LEGO pieces and hang it on a tree filled with other fan-made decorations.
There will also be a Gingerbread House on display at The Chalet of Play, multiple building activities and even an opportunity to grab a quick selfie with larger-than-life LEGO models of Santa Claus and Rudolf the reindeer - located in the Market Building.
Opening times: Monday – Saturday: 11:00am – 19:00, Sunday: 12:00am – 18:00
📍East Piazza
🗓 5th - 29th November
World-renown champagne house Piper-Heidsieck are bringing a Champagne Winter Garden to the Piazza this November where visitors can sip on a chilled glass of the famous champagne, as well as taste delicious Champagne cocktails and mocktails from French 75, Black Velvet and Bucks fizz.
🗓 3rd November - 2nd January
Coming soon to Central Avenue in the Market Building, the Ladurée Festive Pop-Up will be serving delicious takeaway mulled wine and decadent hot chocolate along with their festive range of warm high-end viennoiserie and signature macarons.
📍East Piazza
🗓Until end of February
Celebrate the festive season at SUSHISAMBA Winter Piazza Terrace by Belvedere in Covent Garden.
Step through a frosted pine archway into a striking winter retreat, where twinkling lights and festive trees cast a warm, golden glow. Wrap yourself in a plush throw and embrace the spirit of the season.
Indulge in a curated selection of Belvedere cocktails, such as the decadent Tipsy Cocoa, the Golden Highball, or the playful Dirty Brew Ski, served on a mini ski. Perfect for warming up with friends or celebrating in style, the Winter Terrace is your ultimate seasonal destination.
📍29 Henrietta Street
🗓 Now open
Drawing from over 100 years of innovation and design, Stackers was created from a love of organisation, starting as a solution for beautiful and flexible jewellery storage which has grown to include travel, home and cosmetic organisation. Browse the much-loved customisable jewellery boxes, bestselling bags, travel organisation favourites and exclusive early access to new arrivals in-store.
Pop-up opening hours: Monday-Saturday 11am-7pm, Sunday 12pm-6pm
📍35 The Market Building
🗓 Every last Sunday of the month
Samba Brunch is back at SUSHISAMBA with bold flavours, live DJs, samba dancers, and entertainment that will transport you straight to the streets of Brazil.
Toast the weekend in SUSHISAMBA style with a cocktail in hand and chef-curated four course menu by Chef Director Lee Bull. Packed with a blend of Japanese, Brazilian and Peruvian flavours this is not one to miss. Discover the Samba Brunch menu here.
Upcoming dates: 30th November
From world-renowned musicals to one-man plays, comedies, cabaret and more, get the latest offers on theatre tickets for your favourite West-End shows.
📍42 William IV Street
🗓 Saturdays from 12:30pm-2:30pm or 3:30pm-5:30pm
Tequila Mockingbird Covent Garden is the place to be for a lively 90-minute hoedown brunch, featuring frozen margaritas, refreshing mocktails, prosecco, beer, and pizza. Expect delicious drinks, line dancing, games like “horse race” and bingo and of course performances from the phenomenal Drag Host and Cowgirl Burlesque.
Tube closures? Not to worry, Covent Garden is just a short walk away from plenty of underground stations, so you don't have to miss out on any time in the West End.
Planned closures
Elizabeth Line
📍188 Shaftesbury Avenue
🗓 Now open
As masters in the art of quality tea, coffee and cocoa since 1886, Whittard of Chelsea is the perfect stop for hot drink enthusiasts. Make sure to stop by the pop-up store on Shaftesbury Avenue to shop the latest products and something a little more special than your everyday brew.
Have a browse and you’ll find specialist teas and infusions, limited edition artisan coffees and a number of exclusive Whittard blends, many of which have been customer favourites for well over a century, alongside unique gifts.
📍17 The Market Building
🗓 Every Wednesday
Get ready for a good old-fashioned knees-up at Courtyard Wine Cellars with Carradine’s Cockney Sing-a-long. Join the brilliantly entertaining Mr. Tom Carradine for a toe-tapping evening of sing-along fun, with songs from the music hall era, WWI and WWII, classic West End tunes, and beloved hits from across the decades.
Embark on the Spyscape experience, now open in Covent Garden. Explore hidden worlds, break codes, run surveillance, dodge lasers and more in a thrilling 90 minute brain-teasing experience. Face real-word spy challenges and take home a personalised 42-page spy profile developed with top psychologists and experts from MI6!
Booking now at Drury Lane, Theatre Royal
Make December even more festive with a fabulous Advent Calendars from your favourite Covent Garden brands. From luxury skincare, to fragrance, chocolate, jewellery from Missoma, makeup from Charlotte Tilbury, Benefit and more, there is a calendar for everyone to enjoy.
Discover our guide to Advent Calendars in Covent Garden now.
Discover exclusive offers from your favourite brands
📍1 Aldwych Hotel, London
Experience the ultimate afternoon tea for the whole family, from big kids to children, immerse yourself in the world of Roald Dahl's magical literature with the Charlie and Chocolate Factory Afternoon Tea at One Aldwych.
Open daily 10am - 6pm
Whether you're new to ballet and opera or you've loved them all your life, Royal Opera House something for you.
From incredible tours, free family activities to extraordinary lunchtime experiences there is always something happening in the Royal Opera House.
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With over 200 stores to choose from, Covent Garden is one of London’s hottest shopping destinations.
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