It’s officially the most wonderful time of the year in London. With glittering displays already twinkling across various sights such as Regent Street, Carnaby Street and Knightsbridge, another one of London’s most recognisable landmarks is getting its Christmas gown on tonight.
This evening, Thursday, November 12, the London Eye is flipping the switch on its 2026 Christmas lights display, transforming the 135-metre South Bank giant into a glowing festive beacon across the Thames.
As the lights are about to turn on, this isn’t even the best part. The London Eye Daily Light Show officially launches this Saturday, November 14, lighting up the river every single evening. You can expect a fabulous light show every 15 minutes after sunset right until January 3, 2027.
Admiring it from the South Bank is completely free, though, if you want to level up your winter stroll, you can watch it unfold with a mulled wine in hand from nearby Southbank Centre Winter Market, which is already open along Queen’s Walk. Plus, if you decide to hop aboard one of the 32 pods after dark, you will get 360-degree views of the city’s twinkling skyline. From Big Ben to St Paul’s – all dazzled up for the holidays!
What else is happening at the London Eye this Christmas?
Alongside the nightly light show, the London Eye is rolling out a lineup of holiday experiences 135 metres above the gorgeous city of London, starting this weekend.
🎄 Festive Flights (Nov 14 – Jan 3) – Every standard ticket during the festive season includes a special narrated journey sharing stories of Christmas in London past and present.
🎅 Santa in the Sky (Nov 21 – Dec 24) – Running on select dates, families can step aboard a decked-out Christmas pod to meet Father Christmas high above the capital’s sparkling skyline.
🥂 Sky-High Festive Treats (Nov 14 – Jan 3) – Those looking to celebrate in style can book a Moët & Chandon Festive Champagne Flight or tuck into a Festive Afternoon Tea featuring mince pies and seasonal treats while taking in panoramic views of the city’s Christmas lights.
🍰 Festive Afternoon Tea (Nov 14 – Jan 3) – Tuck into a seasonal sky-high tea featuring turkey ham and mustard mayo sandwiches, mince pies, eggnog cupcakes, and red hazelnut choux alongside curated teas while taking in views of the city’s Christmas lights.
So there you go, the holiday season has officially started, the lights are about to be on, and the London Eye has got plenty of jolly fun prepared for your friends and family.
