Christmas Light Switch On Kicks off Magical Festive Celebrations at Leadenhall Market

Leadenhall Market
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This event ended on Friday 19th of November 2021
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Leadenhall Market
Whittington Avenue, EC3A 3DL
Nearest Tube/Rail Stations
Monument 0.16 miles

The iconic Victorian splendour of the City of London’s Leadenhall Market will be sparkling with light as its giant Christmas tree, decorations and beautiful garlands are unveiled on Friday 19th November. As part of the much-loved annual ceremony, The Lord Mayor of London will switch on the lights at 6pm, accompanied by firework fountains to kick-start Christmas.

A fun filled festive evening of late-night shopping and Christmas workshops – from wreathmaking to whisky tasting - with Leadenhall Market’s talented tenants follows on Wednesday 8th December.

On 19th November, the free to attend evening starts a festive sing-a-long and live music from interactive party starters The Super Tenants from 5.15pm, before the countdown begins for the Lord Mayor’s speech and Christmas light switch on at 6pm. More music - including a Christmas mash-up – follows to soundtrack the opportunity to browse Leadenhall Market’s boutique stores, eat delicious food and toast the start of the festivities at its range of wine bars or traditional pub, The Lamb Tavern.

Appropriately, The Lord Mayor will arrive by Whittington Avenue - named after Dick Whittington who created the previous stone structure of Leadenhall Market in the 15th Century. This was replaced in 1881 with Leadenhall Market’s current stunning wrought iron and glass structure – including a magnificent central dome depicting a starry night sky.

Leadenhall Market is celebrating its 700th anniversary this year, with a series of pop-ups and events. Visit www.leadenhallmarket.co.uk for more information.  
  
Leadenhall Market is owned and managed by The City of London Corporation.  

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