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Christmas in London
By Londonist

Santa Steam Express: Meet Father Christmas On A Vintage Train In London

The kids will be chuffed.
Comedy
Opinion By Joz Norris

"Why I Became The Phantom Of The Opera... In The Guise Of Hugh Jackman"

"He's kind of a colossal prat, in truth."
Christmas in London
By Londonist

Columbia Road's Late Night Christmas Shopping Wednesdays Return For 2026

Xmas shopping with a little less stress.
Weekend
By Londonist

Things To Do In London This Weekend: 7-8 November 2026

Top events in London this Saturday and Sunday.
Christmas in London
By Laura Reynolds

Oxford Street's Harry Potter Christmas Lights 2026: Switch-On Date Announced

Starry nights are back, with added magic.
Shopping
By Londonist

London Christmas Gift Guide 2026: Ideas For The Londoner Who Has Everything

Books, booze and banging stocking fillers.
Free & Cheap
By Londonist

Free Things To Do In London This Week: 2-8 November 2026

Events that don't cost a penny.
Features
Opinion By Katya Lebedeva

What It's Like Playing A Grand Piano Through The Streets Of London

A moving concert, in more ways than one.
Best Of London
By Londonist

Best Of Londonist: 26 October-1 November 2026

The best articles published on Londonist this past week.
Things To Do
By Londonist

Things To Do In London This Week: 2-8 November 2026

See what's on in London today.
Things To Do
By Ishani Jasmin

Places To Volunteer In London's Social Justice Spaces

Do good! Feel good! Stay sane!
Christmas in London
By Londonist

Giant Elf On The Shelf Trail Coming To Central London

Get a selfie with an elf(ie).
Christmas in London
By Will Noble

Christmas Shows In London: Fantastically Festive Theatre To Book Now

Nutcrackers, Snowmen and a certain George Bailey.
Drink
By Will Noble

Beaujolais Nouveau Day In London: Where To Drink On 19 November

Bring out the beaujo.
Pubs
By Will Noble

Catherine Eddowes: New Pub Named After Ripper Murder Victim

A sign that focus is shifting.
Things To Do
By Laura Reynolds

A Treat For The Little Grey Cells: Agatha Christie Exhibition Opens At The British Library

Board the Orient Express to explore Christie's legacy.

 ★★★★★
Transport
By Will Noble

TfL Poppy Roundels: Here Are The Underground And Overground Stations Where You'll Find Them

London's trains and buses are 'wearing' poppies too.