The holiday season in London is never complete without a visit to King’s Cross, to soak up the festive vibes and get involved in the fun activities on offer (of which there are many!). This year, the King’s Cross is doing Christmas bigger and better than ever, with Club Curling undergoing a technicolour makeover from the iconic God’s Own Junkyard. Along with towering trees, art installations and more markets than you can imagine, King’s Cross is the place to be this winter.
1. Get your festive glow on at Club Curling
You might recognise their psychedelic neon signage from their funky art store, and now you can enjoy having it as the backdrop to your Christmas Curling tournament. Open from November 8 until March 2, this year’s Club Curling bar will feature an electrifying installation from God’s Own Junkyard, including a bespoke sign created in collaboration with Real Hackney Dave. So be sure to grab a warming winter drink and check out their recreated Walthamstow warehouse. You can play with up to five friends daily from 12pm-9pm for just £9 per person, with under 12s playing for free.
2. Explore 8 magical Christmas markets 
From November 21 to December 22, there will be eight different markets to explore in King’s Cross. Much-loved lifestyle brand TOAST will return this winter, giving you the chance to shop one-of-a-kind sustainable gifts, every Friday-Sunday from December 6-22. But be sure to check out the other fabulous markets taking place throughout the month, including the Mexican Market with a roaming cumbia band, and the Shotenghai market. Here your hands on everything from homeware, art, clothes, ornaments and books, to irresistible food and drink.
3. Marvel at a 50ft Christmas tree and free, festive winter art
To level up the festive vibes even further, Coal Drops Yard will welcome a 50ft Christmas tree, wrapped in thousands of sustainable pea lights, for all merrymakers to enjoy. Plus, Fluorescence, the 2024 Granary Square winter installation by award-winning British artist, Liz West draws inspiration from the light and joy of the 10.7-metre tree that will become a focal point for visitors to King’s Cross from 13 November 2024 until February 2025. Liliane Lijn’s ‘Tenemos’ installation will return to Lewis Cubitt Square this month. The impressive, 11 metre high sculpture gradually changes colour from warming gold to winter blue, making it the ultimate Christmas photo op.
4. Shop, dine and celebrate across Coal Drops Yard
Swap the stress of Christmas shopping on a busy high street for Coal Drops Yard – just five minutes walk from King’s Cross Station, where you can find over 50 shops. Featuring an eclectic range of fashion, home and design, wellness and beauty, kids clothing and more, this buzzy retail haven is a great place to pick out your gifts in a leisurely fashion. And after browsing in the likes of Uniqlo, Sostrene, Grene, Beyond Retro, Cos, and more, why not stop for a festive tipple or a bite to eat at one of the 40 cafes, restaurants, and bars at your disposal? From tapas and tacos to East Asian and Middle Eastern fare, Coal Drops Yard has got it all!