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Christmas in Covent Garden

Festive decorations, a Christmas tree and the Market Building make this an easy stop on a West End walk.

Christmas decorations in Covent Garden, December 2012.
Christmas decorations in Covent Garden, December 2012. Photo: Tony Hisgett · CC BY 2.0. Resized, compressed and displayed with responsive cropping; image remains under its stated licence.
WhenFrom November 2026 · exact dates pending
WhereWest End
Season statusSeason announced

Planning your visit

Combine the piazza with dinner or a theatre visit. It works well as a flexible stop between booked activities.

Tickets: what to check

The destination announces a November 2026 return. Exact switch-on dates and individual activities still need checking.

Check event details and ticket availability

Nearby ideas and further reading

Explore our christmas markets guide and ticket-buying advice before choosing your next stop.