This festive season, there is an abundance of events happening across the borough.
Head to Pitzhanger for an array of cultural treats
At Pitzhanger Manor & Gallery, you can enjoy their Duck Pond Market, magical evenings and exhibitions and more in Sir John Soane’s historic country home.
- Sunday 23rd November – Duck Pond Market
Bringing the best of independent, ethical and sustainable shopping to Ealing.
- Thursday 27th November – A Magical Christmas Evening
Spellbinding duo Lumarie and Luke Matthews return to the beautiful setting of Pitzhanger Manor for a one-night-only Christmas performance.
Thursday 27th November – Waterproof Charm Bar
In this jewellery-making workshop, you’ll design and create your own necklace, bracelet or anklet,
- Now until March 2026 – Howard Hodgkin
In their major winter exhibition, Pitzhanger unveils Howard Hodgkin: In a Public Garden – the largest institutional exhibition of original prints by the acclaimed British artist to date.
- All year round – Pitzhanger Guided Tour
Step back in time every Thursday and Sunday to discover the history of this beautiful and historic building.
Christmas markets for arts and crafts
If you’re after a unique gift for that special someone in your life, why not explore the many Christmas markets taking place.
- Saturday 22nd November, Hanwell – Winter and pre-Christmas Market
- Sunday 23rd November, Acton – Your Acton Maker’s Market
- Saturday 6th December, Northfields – Christmas Fayre
- Saturday and Sunday, 6th-7th December, Southall – Festive Markets
Lighting up the borough
Looking for something for all the family? That warming festive feeling to brighten the darkest of nights? Then come and see Christmas lights being switched on.
- Sunday 23rd November – Your Acton BID Christmas Lights Event
- Friday 28th November (5pm)- Greenford Quay Christmas lights switch on– kicking off a two-day Christmas festival.
Get creative
Fancy something more practical? To get your creative juices flowing. Be creative and make arts and crafts – a special Christmas gift perhaps.
- Wednesday 26th November and 3rd December – Christmas Wreath Workshop
- Wednesday 26th November and 3rd December – Candle Painting Workshop
- Wednesday 3rd December – Festive Sip and Paint
- Sunday 7th December – Painting Candles
- Tuesday 9th December – Festive Candle Making
- Thursday 11th December – Winter Wreath Making
Enjoy a performance
- Saturday 29th December – Bach to Baby Christmas Concert
Enjoy outstanding musicians, exhilarating performances and a variety of styles, suitable for all the family.
- 5th to 31st December – Cinderella
Yes, it’s panto time! Head to Questors for a riotous retelling of Cinderella like you’ve never seen before!
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