It's that time of year again when Mayfair is transformed into a magical spectacle of Christmas delight. From the new Christmas lights shining bright above Bond Street and the iconic Connaught Hotel Christmas tree, to the moving Ever After Garden with over 30,000 illuminated white roses that can be dedicated to loved ones - the area transforms into a festive wonderland.
Save the 14th November in you diaries and visit Bond Street and Mayfair to experience the heart of Christmas this year.
Bond Street
In celebration of the new Christmas lights on Bond Street, the street will be pedestrianised from Maddox Street to Burlington Gardens so get into the festive spirit and experience Bond Street with no traffic as you shop for Christmas presents. Sip on Champagne from the legendary Searcy's Champagne car, serving from 4:30pm or if you're after something warming then head to the mulled wine cart from 5pm. For added atmosphere, enjoy a traditional choir singing classic carols as you meander down the street. Don't miss the Ralph Lauren Giving Tree, back again this year. Personalise a bauble and give to The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity for a lovely festive moment.
Piccadilly Arcade
After seeing the wonderful Bond Street lights, wander down to the charming Piccadilly Arcade to experience sparkle and magic with a late night shopping event from 5 - 8pm. Enjoy canapes with paired cocktails by Cicchetti, festive treats such as mince pies as well as seasonal cocktails from the Cut Coffee House. Shop and soak up the Christmas atmosphere with a barbershop quartet and jazz singers performing Christmas classics. Don't miss special in-store activities from tastings in the Whisky Shop, demonstrations at Aesop and an exclusive gallery preview at Blond Comtemporary.
Grosvenor Square
Back for another year, Grosvenor Square will be lit up by 30,000 white roses as part of the Ever After Garden installation in support of The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity. An impressive display and tranquil haven, everyone is invited to take a moment to stop and remember treasured friends and family they have lost. Visitors can dedicate a rose to a loved one for £10, and purchase online or at the chalet on site.
Since opening in 2019, the Ever After Garden has raised over £870,000 for The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity, who raise money solely to support The Royal Marsden, a world-leading cancer centre. Your donation will ensure that nurses, doctors and research teams can provide the very best care and develop life-saving treatments, which are used across the UK and around the world. The Ever After Garden is open from 14th November to 18th December, between 3 - 9pm daily.
Mount Street
One not to miss is the Connaught Christmas tree, an anchor of Mount Street during the festive months. With admirers travelling from near and afar to marvel at the creative genius dreamt up by some of the top artists in the world. This year, British artist Conrad Shawcross RA has the honour of designing the iconic festive tree. Specialising in light, geometry and movement, the design this year is unlike no other. Arrive for the festive street party from 5:30pm, with the tree switch on moment at 6:30pm.
Later on in the festive season, Farm Street Church will be hosting their much anticipated carol concert with their very own choir - Farm Street Choir. On the 21st November head down to the church at 6:30pm for mince pies and winter warming drinks supplied by the Farm Shop UK, ahead of the performance at 7:15pm. Tickets are £10 for adults and free for children.
Christmas isn't Christmas without watching nostalgic films, and nothing says Christmas more than the enchanting film by Richard Curtis, Love Actually. On 23rd November, Grosvenor Chapel are screening this quintessentially British festive favourite at 7:30pm. Arrive early for mince pies and festive drinks such as mulled wine and hot chocolates supplied by the Farm Shop UK. Tickets cost £25.