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Christmas in South Kensington

Bring your family and friends to South Kensington for a magical festive treat. From Christmas carols, seasonal movies and more at the Royal Albert Hall to wild rides, ice skating & ice slides at Hyde Park Winter Wonderland, Luna Winter Cinema at Kensington Palace,  fantastic exhibitions, films and events find your festive fun.

Christmas at the Royal Albert Hall

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Royal Albert Hall
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This year’s programme at the Royal Albert Hall is full of heart-warming live events to be enjoyed with your loved ones. There’s something for everyone, from Christmas carols to traditional concerts, drag, jazz, gospel and so much more!

Hyde Park Winter Wonderland

17th Nov- 1st Jan 2024
10am-9:30pm
Hyde Park
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Located in London’s iconic Hyde Park, Winter Wonderland is the world’s ultimate destination for festive fun. Hyde Park Winter Wonderland offers a variety of attractions, activities, entertainment, food, drinks, and so much more...

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Home Alone in Concert

2nd - 3rd Dec
10.30am, 3pm, & 7.30pm
Royal Albert Hall
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This beloved festive favourite features renowned composer John Williams’ charming and delightful score performed live to picture by the Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra and the Crouch End Festival Chorus.

The Luna Winter Cinema

11th - 15th Dec
Various Times
Kensington Palace
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Step foot into the stunning Pavillion, on the orangery lawn, bedecked in festive attire for a film experience like no other. You can see just about every heart-warming, chestnut-roasting, festive classic there is from Elf, to Love Actually, Home Alone to The Muppet’s Christmas Carol.

Festive Family Fun

16th Dec
11am - 12.30pm & 2pm - 3.30pm
Leighton House and Sambourne House Museum
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Celebrate Christmas at Leighton House! Create festive crafts and decorations tied into the museum's Victorian heritage.

Royal Albert Hall Tours

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Royal Albert Hall
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Take a peek inside London's most iconic music venue. Did you know that the Royal Albert Hall once hosted a séance; flooded the auditorium with 56,000 litres of water for an opera concert; and that criminals, as well as musicians and politicians, have graced the Hall’s stage?

Elf™ in Concert

9th Dec
2.30pm & 7.30pm
Royal Albert Hall
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Relive this heartwarming Christmas classic on a giant screen as every note of John Debney’s wonderful score is played live to picture by the Philharmonia Orchestra.

Carols at the Royal Albert Hall

16th - 24th Dec
11am, 3pm, & 7.30pm
Royal Albert Hall
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The spectacular surroundings of the Royal Albert hall become a festive hub bringing incredible carols to life.

Christmas Wreath Making

9th Dec
9am - 12pm & 1pm - 4pm
Hyde Park
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Welcome the festive season by learning the traditional winter craft of wreath making. Discover the historic origins and folklore surrounding this festive tradition.

Wonderlab: The Equinor Gallery

Daily
10am-6pm (last entry 5:15pm)
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Revealing the beauty of the science and maths that shape our everyday lives, this unmissable experience will ignite your curiosity, fuel your imagination and inspire you to see the world around you in new and exciting ways.

My Christmas Orchestral Adventure

10th Dec
12.30pm & 4.30pm
Royal Albert Hall
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Calling Santa's little Helpers! See this brand-new story taking conductor Tim through Christmas's past, present and future to bring his cheer back in time to meet Father Christmas.

Titanosaur: Life as the Biggest Dinosaur

31st March-7th Jan 2024
10am-6pm
Natural History Museum
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Step into the world of the colossal titanosaur Patagotitan mayorum, the largest known creature to have ever walked our planet. On display for the first time ever in Europe, this is your chance to meet this extraordinary dinosaur up close.

Turn it Up: The Power of Music

16th Oct-6th May 2024
10am-6pm
Science Museum
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Explore how music shapes our lives in this landmark interactive exhibition.

Power Up

27th July 2023- 31st May 2024
10am - 5.30pm
Science Museum
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Immerse yourself in this hands-on gaming zone, featuring the very best video games and consoles from the past 50 years. From Pong to Pacman and Minecraft to Mario, there’s something for everyone, whether you’re a retro games fan, a serious gamer or just want to beat your family at Mario Kart.

DIVA

On until 7th April 2024
10am-5:45pm
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DIVA celebrates the power and creativity of iconic performers, exploring and redefining the role of 'diva' and how this has been subverted or embraced over time across opera, stage, popular music, and film.

Skateboard

On until 2nd June 2024
10am-6pm
Design Museum Kensington
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This new exhibition presents the design evolution of the skateboard from the 1950s to today. The exhibition also hosts a skateboard ramp, which can be booked as an Open Skate session and exhibition ticket combined (for over 15s).

REBEL: 30 Years of London Fashion

16th Sept-11th Feb
10am-6pm
Design Museum Kensington
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REBEL: 30 Years of London Fashion celebrates the 30th anniversary of the BFC’s NEWGEN programme. The show offers a look at how careers in fashion are forged, and the opportunities London’s fashion scene offers young creatives.

Engineers

From 23rd June
10am-6pm
Science Museum
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Engineers shape the world that we live in, creating bold, ground-breaking innovations that respond to global challenges and improve billions of lives. But how much do we know about the people behind these innovations?

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Wildlife Photographer of the Year

13th Oct- 30th June 2024
10am- 5:50pm
Natural History Museum
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Get beyond the camera and discover the stories behind some of the best nature photography in the world.

Wonderlab: The Equinor Gallery

Daily
10am-6pm (last entry 5:15pm)
Science Museum
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Revealing the beauty of the science and maths that shape our everyday lives, this unmissable experience will ignite your curiosity, fuel your imagination and inspire you to see the world around you in new and exciting ways.

V&A trail: Explore as a family

Daily: 10am-5:45pm - Friday: 10am–10pm
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Are you ready to go on an adventure? This trail takes you on a journey through V&A galleries, exploring some of the incredible cultures and traditions you can see. You will discover objects that are hundreds of years old, uncover secret meanings behind animals and colour in art, and learn about some of the wonders of the museum, from an emperor's throne to dragons, from plaster casts to wigs!

Re:Imagining Musicals

Until 4th Feb 2024
10am-5:45pm
V&A
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This display celebrates the glittering world of musical theatre, exploring the evolution and craftmanship of iconic musicals, from Miss Saigon and My Fair Lady to modern classics SIX the Musical, and Everybody’s Talking About Jamie.

IMAX: The Ronson Theatre

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Book your ticket to watch this fully immersive IMAX experience on one of the biggest screens in the UK. Experience the very best of digital and analogue cinema on one screen with Antarctica, A Beautiful Planet and Hubble all in 3D.

Design Museum Shop Christmas Gift Guide

Design Museum Kensington
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Channel your inner interior designer and transform your space into a winter wonderland with classic and contemporary decorations from all the wonderful designs that are on offer at the Design Museum Shop this Christmas!