Camden Town Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Camden Town and surrounding areas
Camden Town showcases the holiday season with festive events and things to do across its famous markets and live music venues, bringing winter festivals and nightlife into the mix. Big attractions nearby include THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride London, The Magic of Christmas at ZSL London Zoo and the Merry Marylebone Christmas Lights Switch-On, offering seasonal performances, Christmas markets and dazzling lights displays. From market browsing to theatrical shows and illuminated trails, Camden Town provides a vibrant and eclectic range of holiday activities to suit all tastes.
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Christmas Lights
19 eventsThe entire city of London becomes a festive destination.
Christmas Markets
18 eventsFestive West End destination with shopping and dining.
Christmas Shows
17 eventsPeter Wright's classic production of The Nutcracker ballet.
Christmas Parties
17 eventsEarly booking incentive for complimentary fizz
Other Christmas Activities
29 eventsImmersive theatrical Polar Express train journey with Santa visit.
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THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride London
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Immersive theatrical Polar Express train journey with Santa visit.
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The Nutcracker at Royal Opera House
(London)
Peter Wright's classic production of The Nutcracker ballet.
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Trafalgar Square Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony
(London)
Annual gift of a Norwegian Christmas tree to London.
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Christmas in Covent Garden
(London)
Festive West End destination with shopping and dining.
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Christmas in London
(London)
The entire city of London becomes a festive destination.
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Merry Marylebone Christmas Lights Switch-On
(London)
Christmas lights switch-on with celebrity guest and artisan market
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Islington
- King's Cross Christmas Markets
- Christmas at Fox on the Green
- Charles Dickens Museum Christmas Events
City Of Westminster
- Carol Singing in Trafalgar Square
- See London's Christmas Lights Bus Tour
- Regent Street and St. James's Christmas Lights 2025
London
- Autumn and Winter Concerts 2025/26 at St Martin-in-the-Fields
- English National Ballet's The Nutcracker
- Christmas Lights London by Night Bus Tour
Chelsea
- Glide at Battersea Power Station Ice Rink
- Christmas Eve in London with Dinner and Midnight Mass
- Hyde Park Winter Wonderland 2025
Shepherds Bush
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The main annual events include the Camden Market Christmas celebrations, featuring lights, markets, and live music, as well as the Ice Palace Grotto and holiday workshops.
Camden Town is known for its eco-conscious markets, festive light displays, and unique shopping experiences, blending local creativity with holiday cheer.
The market area, Water Lane, and the surrounding alleyways are the best spots to see Christmas lights and festive decorations in Camden Town.
Camden Market and Buck Street Market are the main hubs for Christmas markets and local makers, offering a wide range of artisan goods and crafts.
Viewing the Christmas lights, browsing market stalls, and attending free live music events are great budget-friendly ways to enjoy the holidays in Camden Town.
Families can enjoy the Ice Palace Grotto, holiday workshops, and festive stalls at Camden Market, all offering fun and interactive experiences for children.