Looking for a last-minute festive plan in London this weekend? On Saturday 20 and Sunday 21 December, All Souls Carols rounds up its series of live Christmas carol concerts in London with an enchanting show featuring a live choir and orchestra — and the best part? It’s completely free, with complimentary mince pies and hot punch to keep you cosy. Step away from the Christmas shopping and festive market strolls and enjoy a heartwarming evening of Christmas carols in true festive spirit.
All Souls Carols 2025: free Christmas carol concert in London this weekend (20-21 Dec)
All Souls Carols is a three-hour long festive concert jam-packed with Christmas classics. It’s taking place inside All Souls Langham Place at the top of Regent Street (just look for the angelic Christmas light display). No spoilers allowed, but you can expect to hear carols like “Silent Night”, “The First Noel” and “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing” performed by a live choir, orchestra and solo singers.
This year, they’re keeping attendees happy and bellies full with mince pies and hot Christmas punch. The church advises people to arrive at least 30 minutes before the concert’s due to start to ensure they get a seat. And if there isn’t any room at the inn, no worries! There’ll be a giant projection screen of the entire service outside too.
Times for the free carol services at All Souls Langham Place this weekend are as follows: Sat 20 Dec (3:30pm, 5:30pm, 7:30pm) and Sun 21 Dec (9:30am, 5:30pm, 7:30pm). Live music, complimentary food and drink and 10/10 Christmas vibes? All Souls Carols is one of the top free things to do in London this weekend.
More Christmas concerts in London this December
On selected dates over the coming months, ‘The Snowman’ comes to life inside Peacock Theatre until 4 January. From 20-24 December, The Royal Albert Hall is also hosting a series of Christmas carol shows featuring The National Youth Choir and Royal Philharmonic Orchestra.
This Saturday, Central Hall Westminster is lighting up to welcome a candlelit tribute to festive hits. Think Christmas soundtracks in films including Love Actually, Home Alone and The Polar Express, all performed live on strings.
And to keep the festivities going, there’s another concert dedicated to Christmas classics by the likes of Michael Bublé, Wham! and Mariah Carey coming to Barts North Wing on 27 December.