Events in London on New Years Eve

When
31^st December 2009

Where
Various Venues

If you are tired of the regular club scene on New Year’s Eve then you can choose amongst the various dazzling and exciting events listed below which will be held on New Year’s Eve at various popular venues in London.

· Bond Ball on New Years Eve

Venue – Kensington Close Hotel

Wrights Lane, Kensington W8 5SP

Tickets for Bond Ball - 44£

Bond Ball to be held at the Kensington Close Hotel will be a party which will surely attract the best party people in the city. It will be one of the best New Year’s Eve in the city. The sponsors promise to make it one of the most stunning and stylish New Year’s Eve party in London that will leave you stunned not stirred.

· Medieval Banquet New Year’s Eve

Venue – Ivory House

St Katherines Dock

East Smithfield

London E1W 1BP

Tickets - 110£

This will be one of the most original New Year’s Eve events in London. The event will be held at the St Katherines Dock and it will offer unlimited entertainment, flawless beer and a festive five course meal.

· Ministry of Sound

Venue – The O2 Millennium Way, London, SE10 0BB

Tickets – 55£ – 82.50£

New Year’s Eve Party by Ministry of Sound is one of the biggest party nights in London. It welcomes the New Year in a grand style. There is no better way to say goodbye to the old year than to be at the Ministry of Sound’s party. Tickets for this vivacious event are limited so grab yours as it is on sale now.

· Future Frantic New Year’s Eve

Venue – 100 Tinworth Street

Vauxhall, London SE11 5EQ

Tickets - 12£ per person

If you love partying in some really nice music then this is the perfect venue for you. More than 40 professional DJ’s and several futuristic beats will be organized at this party and it will be fun for the true clubbers.

· Boogie Nights on New Years Eve

Venue – Temple Place, London WC2R 2PR

Tickets - 95£

Boogie Nights is all set to offer a bigger and a better New Year’s Party this year. The party will feature fresh canapés, champagne reception and two wild floors of hot party with rocking music.

· New Year’s Eve Smartie Boat Party

Venue – Tower Pier, Tower Hill, London EC3N 4DT

Tickets – 35£

Dance on the boat at the Tower Pier for the most vibrant events on the New Years Eve. Celebrate with the house music and Ibiza classics on River Thames. It will truly be a monumental night with several stunning fireworks.

· Plush Dafunk Mask Ball

Venue - Terminus Place, Victoria, London SW1V 1JR

Tickets - 50£ per person

Plush Dafunk invites the party goers for another stylish New Years Party at Pacha crammed with several hot DJ’s.

Choose your favourite party for youself and your loved ones and welcome the New Year with full enthusiasm and excitement.

La Clique Roundhouse London

When
20^th November 2009 – 17^th January 2010

Time
Friday – Sunday at 7pm, Friday, Saturday at 10pm and Monday – Thursday at 8pm.

Where
La Clique Roundhouse, Chalk Farm Road, London NW1 8EH

Nearest London Underground
Chalk Farm tube station

Entry fee
30£ - 45£

La Clique is one such event in London, the words for which always fall short and it is completely irresistible. It is one of the most ever changing collections of the most beautiful, outrageous, hilarious acts in the city. The show has already performed around 24 sell out seasons around the world. Each performance of La Clique offered an inspirational, unique and memorable night in the theatre. The winner of Best Entertainment Olivier Awards 2009 – La Clique is well known to be a dangerous, seductive, funny and a heart warming sensation. Ruby Wax said “This is probably the greatest mouth-dropping show I've ever seen. I am bringing everyone in the world to this piece of genius. I believe in God now!”

It has been one of the most lip smacking sensational shows in the entire season and though is been running several weeks across the world but still it has been amongst the best shows all over. It has been seen by around 1,00,000 people and has collected more than 2.5£ million when it was at Hippodrome. Now it will be played at the Camden’s Roundhouse for entire nine week season. Jonathan Dudley says La Clique in Christmas will surely be a great delight and it promises to be "bigger, better with a previously unseen line up which will include some of London's favourites along with the créme de la créme of twisted cabaret performers from around the world." Performers of La Clique includes The Wau Wau Sisters, The Skating Willers, The English Gents, Marawa, Bret Pfister, Mikelangelo, Mario Queen of the Circus, Miss Behave Ursula Martinez, Captain Frodo, Erna Sommer, Amy G, Yulia Pikhtina, David O’ Mer and Gerry Connolley.

The show will offer a combination of Cabaret and Variety Shows including magic, Tambling, Comedy, Acrobatics, Trapeze, and Contortionists. The show is strictly for audiences above the age of 18. The seating for this show is unreserved within the areas of pricing and the viewers will have to exchange their tickets with a coloured wristband on arrival. It is recommended to reach early as the doors will open half an hour before every show. This fabulous show will last for around 2 hours. It will surely be a blasting entertainment option during this Christmas season. So if you are done with all your Christmas shopping and the preparations for the pre Christmas festivities are over then you must buy a ticket for La Clique and watch it with your loved ones.

Trafalgar Square Christmas Lights and Champagne Concert

When
3^rd December 2009, Thursday

Time
7:30pm – 9:15pm

Where
St James’s Piccadilly, 197,

London W1J 9LL and Trafalgar Square

Nearest tube station
Piccadilly Circus London underground

Tickets - 15£ per person

 

The tree lighting ceremony at Trafalgar Square at the Trafalgar Square will take place on 3^rd December 2009. It is generally attended by a large number of people and is led by the Lord Mayor of Westminster. The ceremony features a band and a choir. The Christmas traditions in the city say that the tree offers a focal point for the Christmas carolling groups. It is generally decorated in the Norwegian style with thousands of white lights. This 20 – 25 metres tall tree has become an iconic Christmas image in London. The carolling and the tree lighting at the Trafalgar Square signal the countdown to Christmas in London. It will be the 63^rd year of this tree at Trafalgar Square. The occasion celebrates friendship and goodwill on Christmas. This is the biggest Christmas tree in London and thus, it creates a magical atmosphere at Trafalgar Square. Soon after the tree lights ceremony the Champagne concert at St James’s, Piccadilly.

The extremely talented and well known pianist – Warren Mailey Smith will perform at the Champagne concert to be held at the St James, Piccadilly. This award winning pianist will play some of the most popular music at this special Christmas recital. The concert will also feature some dazzling variations of Tom Hodge on the theme of Paganini in the world premiere. Rowena Calvert will also join Smith a guest artists. Champagne will also be served after a 30 minute interval in the mesmerizing setup of St James’s. The concert will end at 21:15 and will be an exceptional early Christmas event.

Along with this sunning concert you can also savor a delightful and delicious dinner at the Getti Restaurant in just 26£. Following is the programme of the Champagne Concert:

· Mozart – Sonata in A minor K310

· Chopin – Scherzo No 2

· Chopin – 2nd Movement from 1st piano concerto (arr Balakirev)

· Chopin – Revolutionary Etude

INTERVAL

· Beethoven – Moonlight Sonata

· Tom Hodge – Four brief variations on a theme by Paganini (world premiere)

· Rachmaninov – Vocalise (with Rowena Calvert – cello)

· Saint-Saens – Allegro Appassionato (with Rowena Calvert – cello)

· Gershwin – Rhapsody in Blue (solo piano version)

It will get you in the holy spirit of Christmas and will give a joyous beginning to this New Year. The decorated and lighted Christmas tree will remain at Trafalgar Square until 5^th January 2010. Carol singing will also take place from 7^th December – 20^th December 2009. Besides both the above Christmas events to be held on 3^rd December there are several Pre Christmas events lined up in the month of December including Santas Grotto, Winter Wonderland, Ice Skating Rink and Christmas Carols.

International Horse Show London

When
15^th December 2009 – 21^st December 2009

Where
Olympia Hammersmith Road
London W14 8UX

Nearest tube station
Olympia London Underground

The extremely popular London International Show is back to London’s Olympia, this Christmas season. With wide variety of spectacular competitions, wonderful entertainment and outstanding displays, this event will surely be a great day out with your friends and family. And if you are a horse fanatic then this event is the best place for you.

At this year’s International Horse Show, you can experience fabulous contemporary music, elegant and stylish dressage, Dog Agility Stakes and Shetland Pony Grand National and a lot more besides these. A plenty is at stake for most of the riders taking part in this year’s International Horse show. Once again you can explore some phenomenal dressage competitions and top class show jumping. This time the visitors will also get an opportunity to glimpse at the riding display at the afternoon and evening performances by the metropolitan police. The major highlights of the show will include FEI World Cup Dressage Grand Prix on 15^th December, The Rolex FEI World Cup Show Jumping on 20^th December and the most awaited H & M Leading Rider of the show on 21^st December. One of the best horseman – Jean Francois Pignon will also with his marvellous white horses from 17^th – 21^st December 2009.

The programme of the 2009 International Horse show is not yet over, as you can also shop for this year’s Christmas celebrations at the venue of this popular event. The Shopping Village at the International Horse Show, London is amongst the most ideal places to shop at for your last minute Christmas shopping. This shopping village is located close to the National Hall at Olympia and it houses more than 200 shops. Thus after the event you can also spend some time on shopping at this wonderful shopping village. You can choose from a wide variety of clothes, food and equestrian available at the shops in this shopping arena. So enjoy the wonderful horse show and also complete your shopping pending for Christmas celebrations at one stop destination and save some precious time of yours.

Dazzle Jewellry Exhibition London

Date – 9^th November 2009 – 9^th January 2010

Time – Monday – Saturday from 10am – 8pm and Sunday 12pm – 6pm

Venue – National Theatre

South Bank, London SE1 9PX

Nearest tube station – Waterloo London Underground

The Dazzle jewellery exhibition is a well known event in London. It is organized in the city near the Christmas festive season. This years Dazzling jewellery exhibition will be held at the famous National Theatre from 9^th November onwards. The exhibition will run up to 9^th January 2010. The 2009 Dazzle Jewellery Exhibition will also give you a great opportunity to get your hands over some spectacular jewellery designs. The exhibition promises to offer some of the most contemporary and elegant collections of jewel. Thus, it is one of the most suitable places to pick up some pieces of jewellery in this merry season of Christmas. You can shop for some of the most dazzling jewellery pieces from this exhibition to gift it to your friends and family. You can also treat yourself on this merry occasion with a special gift.

These two months will completely be filled with a fabulous mix of works by new and existing jewellery designers. It brings some of the most creative designers to London for a spectacular extravaganza of a wide variety of shiny and sparkly stuff. The exhibition also gives a golden opportunity to the talented jewellery designers in and around UK to display their designs. If you are still confused about what to gift to your loved ones then Dazzle 2009 gives you a wide range of creative solutions. You can join the gift wrapping night to be held at the same venue on 1^st December 2009 from 5pm – 8pm, where a team of experienced professionals will tell you how to wrap your gifts beautifully so that they look even more stunning. This is indeed a great opportunity for the boyfriends and husbands who hardly know anything about gifts. A prize draw will also be organized in this event to bring everyone to a festive mood. Refreshments will also be offered within the shopping intervals to keep your spirits and energy on high level.

The exhibition majorly is about stunning range of designer jewellery but you can also explore some spectacular designs on the wall of famous foyer. Three of the Scottish printmakers will showcase their gorgeous designs. All these Oliver foyers are also for sale along with the jewellery. Thus jewellery is not the only thing you can look for in this exhibition. Entry to this dazzling event is absolutely free of cost. It will surely be ne of the best Christmas events going on the city and will surely attract millions of tourists. So if your Christmas shopping for gifts and offerings is not yet over then take a look at this vibrant Dazzle Jewellery Exhibition London going on at the National Theatre and make the most out of it.

2009 London Christmas Markets

London is well known for its vivacious shopping streets and luxury brands. People often fly down to the city to do some trendy shopping especially if it is for some special occasion. Christmas is one such occasion in which shopping is one of the major parts of the celebration. People buy unique gifts and offerings for their friends and family. A wide range of special Christmas Parties are also organized in the city. From charity Christmas markets to designer Christmas fairs and traditional markets, London sets the spirit of Christmas shopping right from the month of November. All these markets offer exciting presents which can surely make your loved ones happy.

Some of the most popular Christmas Markets are mentioned as under:

· Parklife Christmas Market at Oxford Street

Venue – Parklife Oxford Street, Oxford Street, West End, London W1

Date – 20^th November 2009 – 3^rd January

· Arts Christmas Exhibition

Venue – Contemporary Applied Christmas Exhibition

2 Percy Street, London W1

Date – 20^th November – 16^th January

· Hyde Park Winter Wonderland Market

Venue – Winter Wonderland, Hyde Park, London W2

Date – 21^st November 2009 – 3^rd January 2010

· Christmas Fair at O2

Venue – The O2, Peninsular Square, London SE10

Date – 21^st November 2009 – 3^rd January

· Putney Christmas Market

Venue – Church Square, Putney High Street, Putney London, SW15

Date – 27^th November 2009, 3pm – 7:30pm

· Chelsea Physic Garden Christmas Fair

Venue – Christmas Fair, Chelsea Physic Garden, 66 Royal Hospital Road, London SW3

Date – 39^th November 2009, 10am – 4pm

· Christmas Market at British Red Cross

Venue – Guildhall, Off Gresham Street, London EC2

Date – 1^st December 2009, 10:30am – 8pm

Ticket Price - 5£

· Dickensian Christmas Fair

Venue - Leadenhall Market, Off Leadenhall Street, London EC3V

Date – 1^st – 24^th December 2009, 10am – 4pm, Monday – Friday

· Rich Mix Christmas Design Market at East London

Venue – Rich Mix, 35 – 47, Brethnal Green Road, Shadwell, London E1

Date – 7^th December 2009, 11am – 5:30pm

· The City Christmas Fair in Aid of Wellbeing of Women

Venue – Draper’s Hall, Throgmorton Street, The City, London EC2

Date – 7^th December 2009, 11am – 8pm

Ticket Price - 5£

· Museum of London Festive Fair

Venue – Museum of London, 150 London Wall, London EC2Y

Date – 3^rd December 2009, 5pm – 8:30pm

· Belgravia Christmas Sunday

Venue – Pimlico Road, Elizabeth Street, City of Westminster, London SW1

Date – 6^th December 2009, 11am – 4pm

· Cabbages and Frocks Christmas Fair

Venue – University College London, Gower Street, London WC1E

Date – 8^th December 2009

· Christmas Market at Greenwich

Venue – College Approach, Greenwich, London SE10

Date – 9^th – 31^st December 2009

· Royal Exchange Festive Luxury

Venue – Bank, The City, London EC3

Date – 10^th December 2005, 6pm – 8pm

· Southbank Christmas Chocolate Festival

Venue – Southbank Centre, Belvedere Road, London SE1

Date – 11^th – 13^th December 2009

· Slow Food Christmas Market

Venue – Southbank Centre, Belvedere Road, London SW1

Date – 19^th – 22^nd December 2009

All these markets are extremely popular in the city and are surely worth a visit. So this Christmas season explore the various exciting shopping venues in London.

London Christmas at Kew

Venue – Kew Gardens

Date – 5^th December 2009 – 3^rd January 2010

Time – 9:30 am – 18:30 pm

Cost – 13 £, entry is free for below 17.

Christmas is one of the most vivacious festivals in London and it is celebrated with lots of fun and happiness every year. Christmas parties and fest are organized at several venues in the city. But, the Christmas festivity organized at the London’s Kew Garden is simply outstanding and mesmerizing. This year the botanic gardens at the renowned Kew will be filled with lots of exciting Christmas activities and special events. You can also avail a chance to visit the beautiful plants at the garden in the self guided Winter Walk. Thus, if you are looking for a venue to spend your Christmas season then this is amongst the most spectacular places to be at.

All the botanic gardens will be sparkling with wonderful festive decorations and dazzling lighting. You can also savor around the beautifully decorated Christmas tree which will be placed at the centre of the garden from 5^th December onwards. Also explore the magical woodland grotto in which Santa will reside from 12^th December 2009 – 3^rd January 2010.

Christmas Events for Kids

Several delightful events will also be organized for kids in which they can take part. Various activities will be organized at Creepers and Climbers interactive zone of the Kew. Seasonal face painting will also be organized from 12^th December 2009 – 3^rd January 2010 from 11am – 3:30 pm. All these art, craft and entertainment events will be a true delight for all the kids.

Santas Grotto

The vibrant Santas Grotto remains one of the major attractions even in this Christmas Season. The Father of Christmas will also set up residence at the popular Princess of Whales conservatory. The grotto will be open from 12^th December 2009 – 23^rd December 2009 between 12pm – 3 pm. Kids below 17 years can visit the Santa Claus absolutely free. Also visit the amazing glass house at the Kew Gardens during this festive season. The exotic sights at the steamy palm house and temperate house are also a must to visit.

Besides these Kew Garden will also organize several other events such as the following:

· Daniel Beltra: Focus on the Rainforests

This event will be held from 3^rd October – 6^th December 2009. The event will start at varied timings, from Monday – Friday at 9:30 am – 7:30 pm, Saturday – Sunday from 9:30 am – 7:30 pm.

· Kew Gardens – Royal Botanic Gardens

This event is although closed on 24^th and 25^th of December but, you can visit it any time of the year except for Christmas season. The timings for this event are different for each period, so it is recommended to confirm before you visit the gardens.