Things to Do in London in November
If you’re seeking fun things to do in London in November, here’s a list of exciting events and celebrations full of festive charm!
From the warm glow of candlelight concerts to energetic theatre performances and elegant holiday afternoon teas, London’s calendar is packed with pre-holiday activities.
While the daylight hours are shorter, I do love November in London because the city transforms into a festive winter wonderland. You’ll find so many experiences that don’t happen any other time of year.
Thanksgiving celebrations for American visitors are also on the menu. And it’s when all the neighbourhoods have their Christmas light parties.
Early holiday planners should secure tickets for popular Christmas shows now with the information below, so you don’t miss out. And, make sure you see the exclusive discount codes on some of the best activities in London too!
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Christmas/Seasonal
Ideal Home Show Christmas 2025
Attend talks and pop-up workshops, plan your perfect Christmas and shop festive items.
- Location: Olympia
- Price: from £14
- Times: 26th-30th November 2025
Bonfire night fireworks
The annual event in which the historic moment when Guy Fawkes attempted to blow up Houses of Parliament and King James I in the Gunpowder Plot of 5 November 1605 is celebrated.
- Locations: Alexandra Palace (31 October-1 November), Wimbledon Park (8 November), Morden Park (5 November), Dulwich (2 November), Battersea Park (1-2 November)
Armistice Day and Remembrance Sunday (11th November)
London remembers those who fell during the wars.
- Location/Date: parade along Whitehall on Sunday 9 November
Attractions & Day Trips
If you live in London or are visiting London, these are the top attractions and day trips to visit during November.
- HMS Belfast
- Day Trip to the Cotswolds
- Things to Do in Greenwich
Things to Do in London in November: Afternoon Tea
Grinchmas Afternoon Tea
Taking place on a classic Routemaster bus, you can have a sightseeing experience while having an array of Grinch-inspired treats as part of an afternoon tea menu. On the 5.30pm Grinchmas Afternoon Tea Bus Tour, you will see the Regent Street Christmas Lights. Available in Traditional, Vegan, Vegetarian, Hala and Gluten-free. Book special menus in advance for best experience.
- LOCATION: Victoria Coach Station
- PRICE: adults from £52
- TIMES: 12.30pm, 3pm, 5.30pm, approximately 90 minutes, from 1 November 2025-31 January 2026
Other Afternoon Teas
- Wicked Afternoon Tea, Clermont Victoria
- National Gallery Highlights Tour and Afternoon Tea
Discount Codes
2025 Current Ticket Discounts for London
Next update on 2nd Nov 2025
- Minecraft Experience: Village Rescuer
- Banksy Limitless
- The Murder Express
- Legend of the Titanic Exhibition
- Jurassic World: The Experience
- SABRAGE
- Prison Island
- Dark Secrets: The Esoteric Exhibition
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Food & Drink Things to Do in London in November
Cake and Bake Show London 2025
Shop, eat, see live demonstrations, join a masterclass
- LOCATION: Olympia London
- PRICE: from £14
- TIMES: 26-30 November
thanksgiving dinner in london
Several restaurants will offer this traditional American meal in November. Updates will be added as informed.
- LOCATION: The Folly by Drake and Morgan, 41 Gracechurch Street, London EC3V OBT
- TIMES: 11-27 November
FULLER’s brewery tour
Discover the history of one of London’s most famous breweries. A trip to Griffin Brewery (the official home of Fuller’s) will give you the opportunity to go behind the scenes of a working brewery and learn all about the ale-making process. It’s part of what you can do on the London Pass.
- LOCATION: Griffin Brewery, Chiswick Lane South, Chiswick, W4 2QB
- PRICE: £28, without a London Pass
- TIMES: Visit website for tour availability
Christmas Guide to London
Christmas in London
Don’t ruin your London trip with a bad itinerary! Your dream Christmas in London starts here.
From sparkling lights to perfect itineraries, self-guided walks and everything in between, our brand new Christmas in London guide is packed with festive magic! (and Mr Sunny’s holiday sausage roll recipe)
Don’t miss out on your Christmas like a movie!
ARTS & CULTURE: Things to Do in London in November
As a cultural capital of the world, London has tons of arts related things to do this month.
Popular Shows
Seasonal
Candlelight Concerts in London
These are Fever Original Events. I have attended several and highly recommend them for date nights, special occasions like birthdays or anniversaries or just a fun night out! You can read more about my first experience at the Tribute to Coldplay. I’ve also attended the Tribute to Taylor Swift, Hans Zimmer and EDM Candlelight Concerts.
Coming Up
On-going
Christmas Candlelight Concerts
- Christmas Classics, 13 Dec
- Christmas Movie Soundtracks, 13-20 Dec
- Dickensian Christmas, 6-12 Dec
- Christmas Baroque featuring The Four Seasons, 19 Dec
- Viennese Christmas Spectacular, 30 Dec
- New Year’s Eve Vivaldi by candlelight, 31 Dec
- Moonlight Sonata on New Year’s Eve by candlelight, 31 Dec
- New Year’s Extravaganza by Candlelight, 1 Jan
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Hotels in London
If you haven’t booked your hotel yet for your London trip, here’s an interactive map to get you started! It’s based on the most central location in town.
Christmas Light Switch-on Parties
- Oxford Street, 3 November 2025, Monday
- Regent Street, 6 November 2025 Thursday to 4 January 2026
- Carnaby Street, 6 November 2025 Thursday
- Covent Garden, 12 November 2025, decorations change every 3-4 years)
- Old Spitafields Market, 12 November 2025
- Marylebone Village, 12 November 2025 Wednesday (3-8pm)
- Leadenhall Market, 13 November 2025
- Belgravia, 16 November 2025
- The Shard, 25 November 2025
- Chelsea Winter Village, 26 November
- Trafalgar Square, 4 December 2025
- Canary Wharf Winter Lights Festival (not a Christmas activity), 20 January 2026
For the full list of what’s happening for the holiday season this year- read Visiting London for Christmas.
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