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Visit the Covent Garden Christmas Tree. Our iconic British grown Christmas tree is back and the staple of the season for your festive selfie
Take a wander underneath the world-famous Christmas bells and baubles inside the Market Building, returning for 2026 and giving you the ultimate traditional festive feeling
Stay tuned for a special announcement
Explore the cobbled streets of Seven Dials to discover the 'Canopies of Light'
Head to Neal's Yard, one of Covent Garden's most colourful corners, soon to be transformed into a cosy Christmas courtyard
Head to Central Avenue for the return of our Mulled Wine Cart this Christmas for a winter warmer
Stay tuned for a special pop-up announcement
Visit the iconic Apple Market for a range of special gifts - from antiques on Mondays to handcrafted finds throughout the week
Book a festive play with 'Christmas Carol Goes Wrong'. Purchase your tickets from £31 here
Have your photo taken in front of our iconic Christmas Wreath on the North Piazza
11. Watch a festive performance
Stay tuned for our special announcements
12. Watch the Covent Garden Lights Switch On
Join us on Thursday 12th November for our annual Lights Switch On event. More information to be announced
13. Enjoy a festive hot chocolate from Venchi, Laduree or Hotel Chocolat
14. Go for a Christmas Roast Dinner at Pivot Bar and Bistro
15. A special announcement is coming soon!
16. Find your perfect advent calendar from chocolate and beauty to fragrance or socks!
17. Our Box Office Bar is returning, stay tuned for select dates
18. Book your tickets for SKATE at Somerset House
19. Watch the iconic stage show, The Nutcracker
20. Try festive sweet treats from Floozies Cookies or EL&N Deli
21. Enjoy late-night shopping every Festive Thursday
22. Book a Christmas party at STEREO
23. Enjoy a festive afternoon tea at the Covent Garden Hotel
24. Visit Bow Wow for your dog's stocking fillers
25. Experience the ultimate Christmas bar brought to you by Miracle, stay tuned for more information coming soon
26. Meet Santa at The Actors Church
27. Try a range of festive specials at street food hub Seven Dials Market
28. Experience a family-friendly West End show with Matilda the Musical
29. Indulge in festive specials with pancake experts Apple Butter Cafe
30. Experience the ultimate festive London pub with a trip to The Crown and Anchor or Punch and Judy
31. Head to Clos Maggiore for a festive date night at London's most romantic restaurant
32. Enjoy festive rooftop drinks overlooking the Piazza and Christmas lights at The Royal Opera House Terrace Bar
33. Visit the infinity chamber on Long Acre for a winter selfie
34. Visit the Church's Christmas Market and festive food trucks
35. Have a festive makeover at MAC Cosmetics, NARs or Charlotte Tilbury
36. Find unique toy gifts at Benjamin Pollock's Toy Shop
37. Try the festive menu at The Ivy Market Grill or Balthazar
38. Give an unforgettable gift with luxury jewellery and watches from Bucherer, Cartier and Tiffany & Co
39. Get festive nail designs at So.Shell
40. Indulge in festive chocolates at Neuhaus, Laderach and Venchi
41. Shop sparkles and glamour for your Christmas Party outfit at GANNI, Reformation, Paul Smith and Batch LDN
42. Discover unique stationary and decorations at Choosing Keeping
43. Stay tuned for an exciting announcement coming soon
44. Watch a performance at The Royal Ballet and Opera House
45. Get-together with family and friends for interactive gaming at Spygames or Bat and Ball
46. Watch a late-night comedy show
47. Stay overnight in London's most festive neighbourhood with hotels such as One Aldwych or Henrietta Hotel
48. Enjoy a festive lunch at Delamina Townhouse or HENRI
49. Give the gift of art with Edit Gallery
50. Watch a live opera performance paired with wine at Courtyard Wine Cellars
The gift that keeps on giving
51. Personalise a notebook for a thoughtful gift at Moleskine
52. Engrave a message on your purchased fragrance bottle at Penhaligon's
53. Design your own handbag at Islander
54. Give the gift of skincare with facials at Elemis
55. Create your own scent at EPC's blending experience
56. Create the perfect shade of lipstick at Monmouth Street's Code8
57. Find the perfect tech gift at Apple
58. Say yes to a bespoke engagement ring from Taylor and Hart with a festive proposal
59. For the train enthusiast, find TFL themed gifting at the London Transport Museum
60. For your inner ballerina, explore the gift shop at The Royal Ballet and Opera House
61. Watch free performances from the famous Covent Garden street performers, next to our Christmas tree
62. Visit Seven Dials Market for bottomless cheese at the Pick n Cheese conveyor belt
63. Stay tuned for an exciting announcement coming soon!
64. Visit Leicester Square for the return of their ice skating rink and Christmas Market
65. Visit the historic Seven Dials' Dial, the centrepiece of our canopy of lights
66. Shop handmade jewellery and gifts at the East Colonnade Market
67. Shop your festive cheeses at Neal's Yard Dairy
68. Dine al fresco with heated terraces at SUSHISAMBA and Na Na Cafe
69. Enjoy a Michelin tasting menu at Adam Handling's The Frog
70. Wander Floral Street under the lights, one of London's most picturesque cobbled shopping streets
71. Plan your NYE at SUSHISAMBA or Gaucho for a night of entertainment and delicious dining
72. Visit The Donmar theatre for legendary stage performances
73. Escape the hustle and bustle to The Phoenix Garden - home to scenes from the festive film 'Last Christmas'
74. Give the gift of wine with a visit to Bedford Street Wines or The 10 Cases
75. Enhance your West End theatre experience by shopping unique popcorn flavours from Godfrey's Popcorn
76. Find dance fanatics gifting at The Pineapple Dance Studios
77. Celebrating 45 years in Covent Garden, shop gifting at Neal's Yard Remedies
78. Giving Harry Potter Diagon Alley vibes, visit Goodwins Court for a magical corner of Covent Garden
79. Burn off your festive snacking with a fitness class at Peloton Studios London
80. Dine in London's oldest restaurant this Christmas at Rules on Maiden Lane
81. Shop handmade gifts and artisan goods at The Jubilee Market Hall
82. Shop for Christmas cards to make you giggle at Scribbler on Long Acre
83. Learn expert beauty skills at the CHANEL School of Makeup ahead of your Christmas parties
84. Stay tuned for something exciting being announced soon
85. Find festive flavours from luxe ice cream hotspots Venchi and Amorino
86. Book theatre show tickets to West End favourites Mamma Mia! The Musical or Sinatra
87. Find homeware from Trudon, Diptyque or Jo Malone London with luxury candle gifting
88. Plan your NYE with underground bars Cache Cache, The Escapologist and Tequila Mockingbird
87. Explore the London Transport Museum for their festive programming this winter
88. Enjoy a break from Christmas shopping with bottomless pizza at Doughnation
89. Overlook the Piazza and tree as you enjoy macarons on the Laduree terrace
90. Warm up from the cold weather with soup dumplings at Din Tai Fung
91. Cheers with a Victorian Christmas pint at the recently opened Mr Foggs Market Tavern in the South Wells
92. Enjoy breakfast at Buvette before the Christmas shoppers start their day
93. Take a tour of James Street and the Piazza for festive window displays
94. Stay tuned for something exciting coming soon!
95. Reserve a table for Christmas cocktails at Maxwell's on King Street
96. Bring your pooch for a festive feast at one of our dog friendly restaurants including Ave Mario or Cora Pearl
97. You’ve watched the treachery unfold on television now its time for you to take on Traitors the Live experience
98. Book a private dining room for your festive work get-together at Story Cellar or Cinnamon Bazaar
99. Stay tuned for something exciting coming soon!
100. Visit neighbouring Soho to experience the Carnaby Street Christmas Lights and festive neighbourhood.
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