Things To Do In London This December

25 Nov , 2016 Things To Do In London

It’s getting really rather chilly here! The Christmas lights are up and everyone is getting in the festive mood in London. There must be some totally fun activities and events to get up to this December, right? Well, there sure are! Take a look at our pick of the best festive events going on in the capital this month, from merry markets to holly jolly club nights!

Grotto Outrè – Throughout December 2016

Grotto Outre Performers

Grotto Outrè – Hoxton Arches, 402 Cremer Street, E2 8HD (photo credit: Grotto Outrè)

Kicking off on December 1st, Grotto Outrè bring their 18+ Christmas parties back to Shoreditch! This immersive and unique grotto brings you amazing food, drink and entertainment, with themed nights available to book, such as ‘Bingo & Burlesque’! Just watch out for ‘Mr. Fear’… he’s certainly not your average bingo caller! Don’t miss the spectacular ‘Gloga’ session on the 12th December; a super fun neon yoga session with live DJ and glowsticks! Yep, it’s safe to say that Grotto Outrè will show you the freakier side of Christmas!

Popup Screens Christmas – 8th – 18th December

PopUp Cinema Christmas

Hackney Showroom, Hackney Downs Studios, Amhurst Terrace, E8 2BT

Popup Screens are bringing us some merry, merry movies this Christmas for you to cosy on down and get truly in the festive spirit! From the classics to the blockbusters, Popup Screens have got you covered in their wintery setting. Have an epiphany with George in It’s A Wonderful Life, protect the house with Kevin in Home Alone and eat copious amounts of candy with Buddy in Elf! There’s also Love Actually, The Grinch, Nightmare Before Christmas, Miracle on 34th Street and Muppets Christmas Carol to choose from! Book early, these screenings usually sell out!

Christmas Wreath Making @ Boxpark – 3rd December

Christmas Wreath Making

Boxpark Shoreditch, 2-10 Bethnal Green Road, E1 6GY (photo credit: Columbia Creative)

Create your very own gorgeous Christmas wreath with Columbia Creative this December! They’ll show you the best techniques to arranging a beautiful wreath with only the most perfect flowers and foliage, all supplied for you on the day. Choose from dried fruit, pine cones, herbs and feathers and get experimenting to create your very own wreath! A perfectly festive workshop!

Broadskate: Broadgate Ice Rink – Throughout December – 2nd February 2017

Broadgate Ice Rink

Broadgate, 1-2 Exchange Arcade, EC2M 3WA (photo credit: Broadgate Ice Rink)

Feeling brave enough to take on the ice? Head down to the skating rink at Broadgate, where you can skate the night away under the stars with delicious food and drinks supplied by local favourites, Urban Food Fest! If your balance is a bit off, you can always relax on the Winter Terrace and watch the novice skaters fall over instead! The terrace has plenty of twinkling lights, blankets and heaters, perfect when you’ve got a cup of mulled wine in hand too!

Toddla T’s Winter Carnival @ Oval Space – 3rd December

Toddla T Winter Carnival

Oval Space, 29-32 The Oval, E2 9DT (photo credit: LWE Events)

Toddla T is back with his epic Winter Carnival party! Inspired by the sights and sounds of Notting Hill Carnival, he’ll be bringing a feast for the eyes and ears to Oval Space, with elaborate set designs, massive tunes and huge guests including Redlight, Charlie Sloth and Roll Deep! Not one to miss, get your tickets early, the first batch have already sold out!

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