Get excited, Holloway! Our holiday guide is here to help you make the most of the season. From those who live and breathe Holloway to those just getting a taste, this guide brings holiday magic to life.
Popular events in the area include the enchanting Hyde Park Winter Wonderland, where you can explore stunning festive markets and enjoy thrilling rides. Covent Garden Christmas Market offers a unique blend of artisan gifts and seasonal treats, perfect for getting into the spirit of Christmas. And you definitely don't want to miss the Southbank Centre Winter Market, featuring a delightful array of food stalls and festive entertainment. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Top Holiday Events In and Around Holloway
- Hyde Park Winter Wonderland (London)
- Covent Garden Christmas Market (London)
- Ice Skating at Hyde Park (London)
- Kew Gardens Christmas (London)
- Southbank Centre Winter Market (London)
- Pantomime at London Palladium (London)
- Christmas Carol at The Old Vic (London)
- Ice Skating at Somerset House (London)
- Legoland Windsor Resort Christmas (Windsor)
- Windsor Castle at Christmas (Windsor)
See these and even more events listed below!
Holloway Holiday Light Displays
Kew Gardens Christmas
What to Expect:
Illuminated botanical garden with festive food and drink options.
Description:
Stroll through Kew Gardens at night, surrounded by twinkling lights and seasonal sounds. Discover glittering tunnels of light, dancing lakeside reflections, and trees drenched in jewel-like colour. Enjoy larger-than-life illuminations, mesmerising flickering flames in the fire garden, and festive street food vendors offering hot food, sweet treats, and spiced winter warmers.
Where: London | More Info: Kew Gardens Christmas
Holloway Holiday Markets and Shopping
Covent Garden Christmas Market
What to Expect:
Traditional Christmas decorations and activities in a historic London setting.
Description:
Covent Garden Christmas Market features iconic decorations, a 60ft Christmas tree, and festive activities like mulled wine and Santa's sleigh. The market offers a variety of dining options and shopping opportunities, including handmade and antique gifts.
Where: London | More Info: Covent Garden Christmas Market
Southbank Centre Winter Market
What to Expect:
Traditional alpine-style chalets with diverse food and gift options.
Description:
The Southbank Centre Winter Market offers a vibrant array of traditional alpine-style chalets along the River Thames, featuring indulgent drinks, scrumptious street food, and unique gifts from independent craft traders.
Where: London | More Info: Southbank Centre Winter Market
Holloway Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Hyde Park Winter Wonderland
What to Expect:
UK's largest open-air ice rink and diverse festive activities.
Description:
Hyde Park Winter Wonderland is a six-week event featuring a variety of attractions, activities, entertainment, food, and drinks. It includes an ice skating rink, carnival rides, themed bars, and festive markets.
Where: London | More Info: Hyde Park Winter Wonderland
Christmas Carol at The Old Vic
What to Expect:
Unique adaptation of Charles Dickens' classic with stunning sets and costumes.
Description:
A Christmas Carol at The Old Vic is a heartwarming adaptation of Charles Dickens' classic, directed by Matthew Warchus and featuring a talented cast. This production brings the timeless tale to life with stunning sets and costumes, ensuring a memorable theatrical experience.
Where: London | More Info: Christmas Carol at The Old Vic
Pantomime at London Palladium
What to Expect:
A classic pantomime with a renowned cast and elaborate production.
Description:
The London Palladium presents Robin Hood, a spectacular pantomime starring Jane McDonald as Maid Marion and Julian Clary as Robin Hood. The show features a talented cast, including Paul Zerdin, Nigel Havers, Charlie Stemp, and Rob Madge, alongside West End stars Marisha Wallace and Tosh Wanogho-Maud. Expect stunning sets, rip-roaring comedy, and incredible special effects in this West End spectacle.
Where: London | More Info: Pantomime at London Palladium
Windsor & Eton Living Advent Calendar
What to Expect:
Surprise performances at different locations each evening.
Description:
The Windsor & Eton Living Advent Calendar is a family-friendly event featuring 15-minute Christmas-themed performances at various locations around the town centre. Each evening, a different window or door is opened, revealing a surprise performance that could include songs, carols, music, poetry, or even workshops. The event also offers customary Christmas nibbles to enjoy.
Where: Windsor | More Info: Windsor & Eton Living Advent Calendar
Holloway Other Holiday Activities
Ice Skating at Hyde Park
What to Expect:
Largest open-air ice rink in the UK.
Description:
Glide into the festive season on the UK's largest open-air ice rink, set under a picturesque canopy of twinkly lights around the charming Victorian bandstand in Hyde Park. This popular attraction is perfect for all ages, whether you're there for first dates, play dates, or with your best mates.
Where: London | More Info: Ice Skating at Hyde Park
Ice Skating at Somerset House
What to Expect:
Unrivalled skating experience with gourmet dining and exclusive events.
Description:
Ice skating at Somerset House offers an unparalleled winter experience with unrivalled skating, contemporary music, and tasty food and drink. Enjoy skating lessons, Chilled Out sessions, and trailblazing DJs on the rink-side decks. Exclusive evenings hosted by Virgin Atlantic Holidays feature signature special touches and exclusive prizes. Pop-up restaurants and bars, including The Chalet and Skate Lounge by Whispering Angel, provide gourmet dining options. Festive shopping is available at Shelter Boutique, featuring a handpicked selection of pre-loved clothing, homewares, and gifts.
Where: London | More Info: Ice Skating at Somerset House
Christmas Special Bus Tours
What to Expect:
Interactive Paddington-guided animation and a variety of dietary options.
Description:
Embark on a Paddington-themed afternoon tea bus tour through Central London, featuring iconic landmarks and a delightful menu.
Where: London | More Info: Christmas Special Bus Tours
Windsor Castle at Christmas
What to Expect:
Celebrating the 675th anniversary of the Order of the Garter with elaborate decorations.
Description:
Windsor Castle at Christmas features a 20-foot-high Nordmann Fir tree in St George's Hall, adorned with thousands of lights and festive decorations, including a specially commissioned Garter Star. The State Apartments are transformed with impressive garlands and Christmas trees, while the Waterloo Chamber boasts a 160-foot-long dining table laid with porcelain from the Garter Service. Families can participate in craft activities and workshops exploring Victorian Christmas traditions at the Learning Centre.
Where: Windsor | More Info: Windsor Castle at Christmas
Legoland Windsor Resort Christmas
What to Expect:
Interactive LEGO activities and festive rides.
Description:
LEGOLAND Windsor Resort transforms into a winter wonderland with twinkling lights, a giant DUPLO Christmas tree, and festive LEGO building activities. Meet Father Christmas in his magical grotto, enjoy live entertainment, and explore over 30 rides and attractions.
Where: Windsor | More Info: Legoland Windsor Resort Christmas
Ascot Howden Christmas Racing Weekend
What to Expect:
Prestigious long-distance hurdle racing with festive entertainment.
Description:
Celebrate the festive season at Ascot with thrilling Jumps racing, including the Grade 1 Howden Long Walk Hurdle. Enjoy traditional fairground rides, candle-lit carol singing, and festive food and drink. Father Christmas and his reindeer will be in attendance.
Where: Ascot | More Info: Ascot Howden Christmas Racing Weekend
Festive Fun in Nearby Cities!
Discover Holiday events in hundreds of cities worldwide. Check out these nearby locations for more festive fun!
- Highbury (1 miles)
- Archway (1 miles)
- Camden Town (1 miles)
- Chalk Farm (1 miles)
- Islington (1 miles)
- Stamford Hill (2 miles)
- Muswell Hill (3 miles)
- Kilburn (3 miles)
- London (3 miles)
- Wood Green (3 miles)
- City of Westminster (4 miles)
- Cricklewood (4 miles)
- Tottenham (4 miles)
- Finchley (5 miles)
- Willesden (5 miles)
- Chelsea (5 miles)
- Bow (5 miles)
- Walthamstow (5 miles)
- Shepherds Bush (5 miles)
- Battersea (6 miles)
- Stratford (6 miles)
- Canary Wharf (6 miles)
- Leytonstone (6 miles)
- Edmonton (6 miles)
- Peckham (6 miles)
- Fulham (6 miles)
- Brixton (6 miles)
- Canning Town (7 miles)
- Chiswick (7 miles)
- Enfield Town (7 miles)
- Acton (7 miles)
- Wembley (7 miles)
- Barnet (7 miles)
- Woodford Green (7 miles)
- Putney (7 miles)
- Barnes (8 miles)
- Chingford (8 miles)
- Brent (8 miles)
- Hadley Wood (8 miles)
- Blackheath (8 miles)
- Ilford (9 miles)
- Streatham (9 miles)
- Catford (9 miles)
- Barking (9 miles)
- Harrow (9 miles)
- Borehamwood (10 miles)
- Wimbledon (10 miles)
- Richmond (10 miles)
- Potters Bar (10 miles)
- Greenford (10 miles)
- Eltham (10 miles)
- Northolt (10 miles)
- Mitcham (10 miles)
- Isleworth (11 miles)
- Beckenham (11 miles)
- Becontree (11 miles)
- Cheshunt (11 miles)
- Southall (11 miles)
- Thamesmead (11 miles)
- Morden (11 miles)
- Hounslow (12 miles)
- Croydon (12 miles)
- Welling (12 miles)
- Heston (12 miles)
- New Malden (12 miles)
- Dagenham (13 miles)
- Carshalton (13 miles)
- Ruislip (13 miles)
- Wallington (13 miles)
- Hayes (13 miles)
- South Croydon (13 miles)
- Surbiton (13 miles)
- Romford (13 miles)
- Watford (14 miles)
- Hanworth (14 miles)
- Bexley (14 miles)
- Sutton (14 miles)
- Feltham (14 miles)
- Hornchurch (15 miles)
- Purley (15 miles)
- Ewell (15 miles)
- Hatfield (15 miles)
- Hoddesdon (15 miles)
- Uxbridge (15 miles)
- Coulsdon (16 miles)
- Sunbury-on-Thames (16 miles)
- Banstead (16 miles)
- St Albans (16 miles)
- Dartford (16 miles)
- Esher (16 miles)
- Epsom (17 miles)
- Ashford (17 miles)
- Swanley (17 miles)
- Walton-on-Thames (17 miles)
- Hertford (17 miles)
- Welwyn Garden City (18 miles)
- Staines (18 miles)
- Harlow (19 miles)
- Gerrards Cross (19 miles)
- Caterham (19 miles)
- Chalfont Saint Peter (19 miles)
- Brentwood (19 miles)
- Hemel Hempstead (20 miles)
- Leatherhead (20 miles)
- Grays (20 miles)
- Egham (20 miles)
- Slough (20 miles)
- Harpenden (21 miles)
- Windsor (21 miles)
- Redhill (22 miles)
- Reigate (22 miles)
- Amersham (23 miles)
- Gravesend (23 miles)
- Chesham (23 miles)
- Sevenoaks (24 miles)
- Berkhamsted (24 miles)
- Billericay (24 miles)
- Stanford-le-Hope (24 miles)
- Stevenage (24 miles)
- Woking (25 miles)
- Basildon (25 miles)
- Bishops Stortford (25 miles)
- Maidenhead (26 miles)
- Luton (26 miles)
- Horley (26 miles)
- Pitsea (27 miles)
- High Wycombe (27 miles)
- Wickford (28 miles)
- Strood (28 miles)
- Hitchin (28 miles)
- Chelmsford (28 miles)
- Bracknell (29 miles)
- Dunstable (29 miles)
- Guildford (29 miles)
- South Benfleet (29 miles)
- Rochester (29 miles)
- Letchworth Garden City (30 miles)
- East Grinstead (30 miles)
- Tonbridge (30 miles)
- Canvey Island (30 miles)
- Crawley (30 miles)
- Camberley (30 miles)
- Chatham (31 miles)
- Gillingham (31 miles)
- Crowthorne (31 miles)
- Rayleigh (31 miles)
- Sandhurst (32 miles)
- Wokingham (32 miles)
- Farnborough (33 miles)
- Godalming (33 miles)
- Royal Tunbridge Wells (33 miles)
- Yateley (34 miles)
- Maidstone (34 miles)
- Leighton Buzzard (34 miles)
- Aldershot (35 miles)
- Aylesbury (35 miles)
- Horsham (35 miles)
- Lower Earley (35 miles)
- Fleet (36 miles)
- Southend-on-Sea (36 miles)
- Crowborough (36 miles)
- Ampthill (36 miles)
- Maldon (36 miles)
- Braintree (37 miles)
- Witham (37 miles)
- Reading (37 miles)
- Farnham (37 miles)
- Haywards Heath (38 miles)
- Sittingbourne (40 miles)
- Bletchley (40 miles)
- Burgess Hill (41 miles)
- Bedford (43 miles)
- Milton Keynes (43 miles)
- Haverhill (44 miles)
- Bordon (44 miles)