Christmas Entertainment

11 November 2009 to 11 January 2010

The Arts Theatre WC2H 7JB[map]

Gareth Hale stars in a musical adaptation of Charles Dickens' classic Christmas tale at London's Arts Theatre. 11 Nov-10 Jan

24 November 2009 to 3 January 2010

Adelphi Theatre WC2E 7NN[map]

Let it snow! Christmas with the Rat Pack returns! 21 Nov-2 Jan

24 February 2010 to 28 February 2010

Royal Albert Hall SW7 2AP[map]

The world-famous Imperial Ice Stars return with a magical winter show at London's Royal Albert Hall. 24-28 Feb

23 December 2009

The O2 SE10 0DX[map]

Raymond Gubbay brings his festive show of carols, traditional tunes and Christmas No.1s to London's O2. 23 Dec

22 December 2009 to 3 January 2010

Shakespeare's Globe Theatre SE1 9DT[map]

Shakespeare's Globe presents a madcap Christmas feast of carnival, comedy and circus with Footsbarn Theatre. 22 Dec-3 Jan

4 December 2009 to 6 December 2009

ExCeL London E16 1XL[map]

The ultimate festive foodie event returns to ExCeL London with top chefs, great tips and seasonal menus. 4-6 Dec

6 November 2009 to 20 December 2009

BFI Southbank SE1 8XT[map]

Snuggle up with some classic festive films and brand new offerings at BFI Southbank and BFI IMAX. 6 Nov-20 Dec

25 December 2009

Various venues [map]

Christmas in London is a special time of winter cheer. See the lights, hear the carols and exchange gifts. 25 Dec

24 November 2009 to 3 January 2010

The Geffrye Museum E2 8EA[map]

Recapture the magic of Christmases past at London's Geffrye Museum. 24 Nov-3 Jan 10

4 November 2009 to 3 January 2010

City of London Information Centre EC4M 8BX[map]

Take a Dickens-themed walk around the City of London this Christmas. 4 Nov-3 Jan

5 December 2009 to 27 December 2009

London Dungeon SE1 2SZ[map]

What Christmas crimes have you committed? Prepare to face your punishment at the London Dungeon. 5-27 Dec

15 December 2009 to 24 December 2009

Queen Elizabeth Hall SE1 8XX[map]

Comic legends Ronnie Corbett and Sandi Toksvig host a festive variety show at London's Southbank Centre. 15-24 Dec

15 December 2009

Barbican EC2Y 8DS[map]

Explore the dark side of Christmas in an alternative festive concert at London's Barbican. 15 Dec

5 December 2009

Barbican Library EC2Y 8DS[map]

Make traditional Victorian Christmas decorations that were popular in the time of Charles Dickens.

1 December 2009

Guildhall EC2P 2EJ[map]

Solve your Christmas gift worries. With over 80 stalls selling an eclectic array of goods not usually found on the high street, this festive market is a great day out as well as a chance to find special something. From stylish bags and accessories to international foods, fair-trade crafts and bargain new or nearly-new designer items, there's much to choose from and all in aid of a good cause - the British Red Cross.

12 December 2009 to 13 December 2009

Tower of London EC3N 4AB[map]

Come and celebrate a Victorian Christmas in true Charles Dickens style.

9 December 2009

Barbican Library EC2Y 8DS[map]

Join the Keats House staff and volunteers for festive prose and poetry with a Dickensian twist.

16 December 2009

Shoe Lane Library EC4A 3JR[map]

Join the Keats House staff and volunteers for festive prose and poetry with a Dickensian twist.

7 December 2009

Drapers' Hall EC2N 2DQ[map]

The city Christmas fair in aid of wellbeing of women. With around 50 stalls stocking original and luxury goods, this fair is a great place for a spot of Christmas shopping. Unwind with a glass of bubbly, bid in the Silent Auction and win great raffle prizes, while experiencing the best in the English tradition of Christmas fairs. Set amid the glorious surroundings of Drapers' Hall, it's all in aid of a good cause - Wellbeing of Women.