What's On November
The winter season gets started with events at some of London’s most iconic venues.
Grab your skates and hit the ice
Whether you’re planning a picture-perfect date night, eager to test your blades with fellow skating enthusiasts, or enjoying a family outing, here are the best ice rinks in London!
Glide at Battersea Power Station
Boots presents Glide at Battersea Power Station, set against the backdrop of one of London’s most iconic buildings, returns from 7 November - 4 January. The ice rink offers unparalleled views of the Thames and the Power Station as you skate around three interconnecting rinks surrounded by twinkling lights and a spectacular 30ft Christmas tree. Off the ice, the excitement continues with an array of vintage-style fairground rides, live entertainment, and photo booths to capture precious moments. It will be an unforgettable festive experience.
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Nearest pier: Battersea Power Station
Skate at Somerset House
From 12 November - 11 January, Skate at Somerset House returns for a magical winter experience!
Glide across the iconic courtyard, enjoy rink-side DJ sets at Skate Lates, and indulge in festive treats from The Chalet by Jimmy Garcia and Blondies Kitchen. With exclusive Virgin Atlantic Holidays sessions, art by Harold Offeh, and the sparkling 40ft Christmas tree, it’s London’s ultimate festive skating spot.
Nearest pier: Embankment
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Ice Rink Canary Wharf
London’s longest-running seasonal ice rink is back again to fill the business district with frosty fun. Head to Oasis Bar & Terrace for the best views of those skating on the rink and enjoy a variety of drinks and lite bites on offer to warm up or cool down after your session on the ice.
Nearest pier: Canary Wharf
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The Last Days of Pompeii: The Immersive Exhibition
Opening 14 November at Excel London, this immersive exhibition takes visitors back to 79 AD, bringing Pompeii to life with recreated streets, frescoes, artefacts, and ash-cast citizens. Spanning over 2,000 square metres, the event features VR experiences, 360-degree projections, and interactive installations, offering a dramatic and educational journey suitable for all ages.
Nearest pier: North Greenwich then IFS Cable Car across
Get ready to jingle and mingle at London's winter markets!
Indulge in festive cheer as you wander through enchanting stalls and sip on seasonal delights, all against the backdrop of the city's glistening festive lights!
Southbank Centre Winter Market
Southbank Centre's annual Christmas market returns to the Queen’s Walk from 3 November, with festive Alpine-style chalets along the river. Enjoy pop-up bars, street food like truffle burgers, molten cheese toasties, Dutch pancakes, and shop for unique gifts, jewellery, and decorations from independent creatives.
Warm up with mulled wine or hot chocolate as you stroll beneath the twinkling lights. This year’s Winter Festival also includes the après-ski-themed Curling Club and cosy pop-up restaurant Fire & Fromage under Hungerford Bridge.
Nearest pier: London Eye (Waterloo)
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Greenwich Christmas Market and Lantern Parade
On 19 November, join the fun as talented schoolchildren will parade their handmade colourful lanterns through the Old Royal Naval College grounds, around Cutty Sark Gardens, and into the Market for the grand Christmas countdown and light switch-on! Check items off your Christmas shopping list while exploring Greenwich Market's stalls and shops, offering a range of stocking fillers, fashion items, crafts, and original artworks.
Nearest pier: Greenwich
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Fulham Palace Christmas Fair
On 22 and 23 November, the Fulham Palace Christmas Fair is back with a festive indoor and outdoor market. Browse small business stalls offering fine foods, handcrafted gifts, and unique finds.
Enjoy mulled wine, mince pies, and seasonal treats as you listen to carols in the courtyard. You’ll also find handcrafted wreaths made by the Palace gardeners and festive decorations in the museum shop, with proceeds supporting the Palace.
Nearest pier: Putney
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Salad Days Christmas Market
Save the date! Salad Days Christmas Market is coming to Battersea Power Station between 15 November and 14 December with 30 different small businesses showcased each day, that’s 120 unique makers across both weekends! Expect beautiful, sustainably crafted gifts from handmade jewellery and personalised baubles to festive cards, ceramics, and homeware. Perfect for getting into the holiday spirit and finding something special for everyone on your list!
Nearest pier: Battersea Power Station
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Experience London’s festive magic by river and road with the Christmas Lights Tour by Bus and Boat.
Cruise the Thames with an Uber Boat by Thames Clippers 1-Day Hop-On Hop-Off ticket, then hop on the City Sightseeing open-top Christmas Lights Bus Tour to see Oxford Street, Regent Street, Trafalgar Square, and Piccadilly Circus sparkle with festive lights and music.
A perfect Christmas day out for visitors, couples, and families.
Snow Globe Climb
Take 'Winter Wonderland' to new heights! From 21 November 2025 to 4 January 2026, climbers at Up at The O2 can enjoy a guided trek across the iconic roof before stepping into an immersive snow globe at the 52m-high summit.
Set against the stunning London skyline, the UK’s highest snow globe features falling snow and a whimsical winter scene -perfect for capturing magical festive photos.
Nearest pier: North Greenwich
Sea Shanty Festival 2025
Cutty Sark’s Sea Shanty Festival is back! On Saturday 22 November, celebrate the tea clipper’s 156th birthday with a day of traditional maritime music, performances, and workshops. Enjoy the vocal talents of bands and artists from across the UK and beyond, and join in the fun and festivities.
Nearest pier: Greenwich
Art on the Thames
Turner and Constable
From 27 November at Tate Britain, Turner and Constable: The Great British Rivals marks the 250th anniversary of two of Britain’s greatest painters. Born a year apart, Turner in 1775 and Constable in 1776, both transformed landscape art with their distinct visions - Turner’s blazing sunsets and travels contrasted with Constable’s fresh, heartfelt depictions of familiar places. Despite different backgrounds, their shared connection to nature sparked one of art’s most famous rivalries, described by critics as a clash of “fire and water.”
Nearest pier: Milbank
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Time by Luxmuralis
From 12-22 November, After Hours: Time by Luxmuralis at the Old Royal Naval College offers an immersive journey through history and science. Starting in the Painted Hall with Peter Walker’s Connection & Identity, the experience moves through the Undercroft, Chapel, and Courtyard with music, projections, and lighting, exploring time from the birth of the universe to the present, inspired by relativity and H.G. Wells’ The Time Machine.
Nearest pier: Greenwich
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Back from 14 - 23 November 2025, the EFG London Jazz Festival brings ten days of live performances, exciting collaborations, new commissions, and fresh musical discoveries. We’ve put together our favourite ones below.
Riverside Sounds
On 23 November, Barking Riverside comes alive with Riverside Sounds - a celebration of Nigerian music and culture featuring live Afrobeat and highlife, food, drinks, DJs, and interactive drumming workshops. Headlining is Dele Sosimi, the Nigerian-British Afrobeat ambassador bringing his legendary rhythms to The Exchange from 1–7pm.
Nearest pier: Barking Riverside
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Abdoulaye Samb
Join us on 23 November for a unique performance with Abdoulaye Samb. The Senegalese songwriter captivates audiences with his sincere performances and energetic live shows. Alongside his band Minnjiaraby, he delivers a refreshing blend of traditional Senegalese music and European influences inspired by Fula and Mandinka cultures.
The performance is accessible with your Uber Boat by Thames Clippers ticket, departing Bankside pier at 11:46 and arriving at Barking Riverside at 12.45, just in time for Riverside Sounds
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Tune-Yards + LuxJury
On 22 November 2025 at Royal Festival Hall, Tune-Yards, the vibrant music project of Merrill Garbus and Nate Brenner, brings their energetic fusion of indie pop, Afrobeat, and experimental loops to the stage, performing songs from albums including Better Dreaming, w h o k i l l, and Nikki Nack. Opening the evening is LuxJury, blending pop, rock, and soul with self-effacing, heartfelt lyrics.
Nearest pier: London Eye (Waterloo)
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Tanita Tikaram + Luke Sital Singh + Zosia Jagodzinska
Multi-million selling icon Tanita Tikaram returns to London on 15 November 2025 at Royal Festival Hall, Southbank Centre, performing songs from her back catalogue with a specially created chamber band. She is joined by British singer-songwriter Luke Sital-Singh and Anglo-Polish cellist Zosia Jagodzinska.
Nearest pier: London Eye (Waterloo)
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Adekunle Gold with Guildhall Session Orchestra
Closing the festival on Sunday 23 November 2025 at Royal Festival Hall, Nigerian singer-songwriter Adekunle Gold performs a one-off show with the Guildhall Session Orchestra, bringing hits like Party No Dey Stop and High to life in a unique orchestral collaboration.
Nearest pier: London Eye (Waterloo)
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Chris Thile
On 15 November at Southbank Centre’s Queen Elizabeth Hall, Grammy-winning mandolinist and composer Chris Thile performs live. A founding member of Punch Brothers and Nickel Creek, Thile is celebrated for his genre-defying collaborations and innovative works, including the narrative song cycle ATTENTION! and performances from Nickel Creek’s 2023 album Celebrants.
Nearest pier: London Eye (Waterloo)
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Victorian Santa’s Grotto
Santa is back at London Museum Docklands from 23 November - 23 December! The Sailortown gallery is decorated in festive style, and children can visit Santa in his Dickensian grotto. Each visit includes a classic, eco-friendly gift.
This family-friendly event celebrates London’s diverse culture and ensures every child can see themselves in the festive magic.
Nearest pier: Canary Wharf
Battersea Fireworks
On the 1 and 2 of November, prepare for a dazzling two-night extravaganza as South London's grandest fireworks display returns to Battersea Park.
Saturday night will feature a magnificent firework show, a traditional bonfire, and an array of winter comfort foods, cosy mulled wine, and glow-in-the-dark face-painting.
If you're planning a family outing, mark your calendars for Sunday night. It's Family Night! Alongside delicious food, drinks, and face-painting, Sunday offers a unique, earlier light display perfect for the little ones, replacing the traditional bonfire with an awe-inspiring show.
Make travel time part of the fun and get to Battersea Fireworks by boat. Kids and grown-ups alike will love it!
Nearest pier: Battersea Power Station
Parks and open spaces along our route
As autumn paints the city in mesmerising hues, it's the perfect time to explore the enchanting outdoor spaces along the river. From the vibrant life of London Wetlands Centre to the serene beauty of Greenwich Park, these destinations offer a rich tapestry of nature and history.
London Wetlands Centre
Get up close to nature at the London Wetland Centre in Barnes.This centre boasts a variety of habitats, making it an ideal place to observe wildlife. From daily family activities to stained glass window-making workshops, the London Wetland Centre is truly the place to be for nature enthusiasts.
Nearest pier: Putney
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Brompton Cemetery
Discover the historic Brompton Cemetery in Kensington, managed by The Royal Parks. The cemetery features distinctive Gothic architecture and is teeming with stories from the lives of those who now rest there. Round off your day of learning and sightseeing by venturing to the north end of the cemetery, where you'll find a café to recharge with a delightful quiet coffee.
Nearest pier: Chelsea Harbour
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Battersea Park
200-acres of open green space, floral gardens and a boating lake, Battersea Park lies on the south bank of the River Thames. The park has stunning river views, a children's zoo and an adventure playground that kids love!
Nearest pier: Battersea Power Station
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St James’s Park
The oldest of London's Royal Parks, St James's Park is at the heart of Westminster. The park's artificial lake, flowers, trees and birds will make you forget that you are actually in the heart of London. It has breathtaking views of Buckingham Palace but don't forget to say hello to the pelicans!
Nearest pier: Westminster
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Greenwich Park
A short walk from Greenwich Pier, gorgeous Greenwich Park offers outstanding views of Canary Wharf and the City on a clear day. As one of London's largest Royal Parks, Greenwich Park offers a wide range of facilities and is home to the Royal Observatory and the Meridian line, as well as the National Maritime Museum and the Queen’s House.
Nearest pier: Greenwich
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