The arrival of Christmas at Covent Garden officially takes place with the launch of its Christmas Lights display on November 7th.
It is fair to say that Covent Garden is one of the most magical destinations in the West End at Christmas. The area is transformed into a winter wonderland, with its famed Christmas lights display, market glowing with mirrored balls and a 60ft Christmas tree, which shimmers with over 50,000 red LED lights, making it a sparkly wonder.
The pedestrianised cobbles of Covent Garden make the ideal space for soaking up the festive atmosphere. Spend time picking up treats from the Real Food Market or find the time to pat the live reindeer, which will be in residence each Saturday on the Piazza.
In addition to the traditional lights and decorations, this year, the area will be teaming up with LEGO to create the first advent calendar made entirely of bricks. The advent calendar will launch on the 1st December and each day at 4pm a door will open to reveal a bespoke LEGO surprise in the run up to Christmas.
It all begins with the official switch on of the lights on November 7th and the famous London Gay Men’s Chorus will serenade visitors with its selection of traditional and not so traditional tunes.
Bev Churchill, Covent Garden Brand Director, said:
“Covent Garden is truly magical at Christmas with its fantastic atmosphere and ‘ahh’ factor. We invite Londoners and visitors to come to the area to enjoy all it has to offer this festive season.”
So make sure you get down to Covent Garden this Christmas season. Not only will you enjoy top shops, some of the finest restaurants in the West End, but you will also experience Christmas fun in the most festive neighbourhood in town.
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