December Local Event Calendar

December Local Events: Winter Warmth & Christmas Cheer

Camden is filling up with festive events. From Christmas Markets to cozy winter gigs, there's something for everyone to enjoy. December offers plenty of ways to celebrate!

Further information for all the events listed can be found here on our website. Enjoy, and let us know if you spot a C&C barista out at any of these events!

December 1 - Pub Psychology - How you can solve a crime @The Star of Kings

Pub Psychology: Crack the code of decision-making in crime and everyday life with David Lagnado. Drinks, talk & networking

December 2 - Wreath Making Workshop @Fora - York House

Join us at York House to craft a sustainable seasonal wreath, adorned with dried foliage and festive additions such as cinnamon sticks, dried orange slices, mini pinecones, and more. You'll be provided with a wide selection of high-quality, dried foliage in a range of styles, and your finished wreath will last for up to 2 years!

December 3 - Christmas Under The Canopy Market

The much-loved Christmas under the Canopy market returns once again, offering a brilliant selection of London’s best artisan traders and food stalls

*Till the 22nd December

December 4 - An Action-Packed Scavenger Hunt! @Camden Town Scavenger Hunt

Join us on a thrilling journey through the vibrant streets of this iconic neighborhood. Get ready to unlock the secrets of Camden Town, as you embark on a scavenger hunt like no other. You'll explore hidden corners and encounter famous landmarks in a race against time

*1st to 12th

December 5 - Santa’s Secret Grotto at Hans & Gretel @Camden Market

Santa Clause comes to Hans & Gretel dessert emporium!

Step inside Santa’s Secret Grotto at the whimsical Hans & Gretel dessert emporium for an unforgettable festive adventure filled with laughter, wonder, and sweet surprises.

December 6 - Illustrators Festival Fair @The Crossing - Granary Square

Immerse yourself in a wonderland of creativity and cheer as London’s largest illustration fair returns to King’s Cross for the festive season. Explore stunning artwork from the finest local independent artists and browse a range of freshly illustrated produce, including prints, cards, gift wrap, homeware, badges, drawings, zines and independent publishing. The day promises to be a celebration of all things illustration and an opportunity to meet and buy directly from the artists

December 7 - Festive Bauble Painting Workshop @The Fellow

Get into the holiday spirit and unleash your creativity at our cosy and festive Bauble Painting Workshop! Whether you’re a total beginner or a seasoned crafter, this relaxing session is designed to help you unwind, socialise, and create something beautifully personal for the season

December 1st/8th/15th - Crafternoon @Camden Town Library

Enjoy a un and creative time for children. It's a perfect way for little ones to play, create, and get into the festive spirit

December 9 - Corpse Paint Life Drawing @Lost Souls Pizza Camden

Unleash Your Inner Goth Artist with Corpse Paint Life Drawing at Lost Souls!

Get ready to dive into the dark and mysterious world of slaytanic art at our Corpse Paint Life Drawing event!

December 10 - King's Cross St Pancras Walking Tour

Discover one of north London’s most exciting destinations and central London’s largest regeneration project – King’s Cross St Pancras

December 11(6th and 11th) - CAMDEN CALLING - Rock n Roll walking tour in Camden

How did a rundown Irish part of North London become one of the world's premier music destinations? Starting with Irish Dancehalls and traditional Irish music pub sessions from the 1930s, in1963 there was a Jim Reeves riot!, by 1966 the hippies took over the Roundhouse and NW1's rise to Rock n Roll notoriety began

December 13 - Big Christmas Wind Orchestra and Choir @Coal Drops Yard

Hundreds of musicians come together annually for a huge festive musical afternoon, performing Christmas music in central London! Everyone is welcome, whether a seasoned professional or an absolute beginner, with any wind orchestra instrument or just your voice. 

We perform a wide range of well-known Christmas songs, with sheet music provided for all performers. This year our festive extravaganza will be the biggest yet!

December 15 - Concert for Mental Health - Christmas Special! @The Jazz Cafe

Concert for Mental Health – in support of Beder which is a mental health and suicide prevention charity – brings together amazing musicians, music lovers and a growing community joining Beder in its unique approach to softly raising awareness around these important societal issue

December 16 - Angel Comedy Raw @Angel Comedy Club

Come watch some of the newest of new acts doing their best to become the stars of tomorrow, as well as super experienced and well established acts doing newer material

December 19 - Hip Hop Karaoke Boxpark Camden

This is the public's chance to experience what it's like to feel real crowd energy as they take on the rhymes of their favourite rappers, in a live performance setting! Whether it's old school gems from the 80s and 90s or the latest records from Drake, Nicki and Kendrick, Hip Hop Karaoke is the place to let go of all inhibitions and feel the exhilaration of smashing it live on stage!

December 20 - Thriftmas @Abney Hall

It's Thriftmas time!

Thriftmas offers a wide variety of budget-friendly gift options from discount rails of preloved fashion, boxes of vintage chintz, one-of-a-kind jewellery, nail art, temp tattoos, grillz stylists, ceramic samples / seconds, £20 bargain bins of vintage garms, and unique artist-made gifts

December 22 - Ice palace Grotto @Hawley Wharf

You are invited to come and meet Mother and Father Christmas in their sparkling Ice Palace living room in Camden Market, Hawley Wharf!

December 24 - Christmas Eve

December 25 - Christmas Day

December 26 - Boxing Day

December 27 - Don't Stop: Fleetwood Mac Reimagined @The Blues Kitchen CAMDEN

Celebrating the band that defined an era, we’re stepping into the heartbreak, harmony & pure Mac magic of Fleetwood Mac. All brought to life, live on The Blues Kitchen stage

December 31 - New Years Eve - Icons New Year's Eve Party Camden 2025-2026

Get ready to dance the night away at the ultimate New Year's Eve party in Camden with the hottest icons of 2025-2026!

MICHAEL JACKSON, MADONNA, AMY WINEHOUSE, GNR, OASIS, PRINCE, ABBA, QUEEN, DAVID BOWIE, THE ROLLING STONES, THE BEATLES, ELTON JOHN, BLONDIE, JOHNNY CASH, BEYONCE, ELVIS, EMINEM, BRITNEY, NIRVANA, TUPAC, GREEN DAY, MARIAH, SNOOP, THE CURE, BLONDIE, SPICE GIRLS, TAYLOR SWIFT, BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN & MANY MORE!

Please please please let us know if you attend any of these events, we'd love to chat about them! Also, if you have an event coming up, drop me an email at elena@cleanersandcoffee.com to submit it for next month's calendar!