5 MORE Quirky Christmas Events in London
Saturday, December 03, 2016
Last week I told you about some cool & quirky things happening in London for the holidays. Turns out there's so many more alternative events going on in this city, and I couldn't leave them out.
I bring you round two of the weird and wonderful holiday happenings, featuring a holiday scavenger hunt, secret-agent Santa, and plenty of sing-a-longs to get you pumped for the most wonderful time of the year.
Break out your Santa-themed thinking cap for this epic Christmas Scavenger Hunt around the city. Teams of six have just two hours to complete a series of wacky holiday-themed challenges as The Big Smoke Events celebrates its 50th scavenger hunt! Don't worry- you'll be rewarded for all your hard work with a drinks reception upon arrival. Santa suits mandatory. Tickets £120 for teams of 6
2. Christmas in Harlem
Take a culinary journey through 1920's New York City at this prohibition pop-up straight out of a Fitzgerald novel. Dust off your dancing shoes and don your flapper dresses for a night full of roaring fun. Indulge in a gourmet menu inspired by The Waldorf Astoria and sip on authentic 1920's cocktails. There'll be magic tricks, a photobooth, a roulette table, and plenty of dancing to keep you entertained all night. Tickets: £45-75
Join Kermit the Frog, The Great Gonzo, and everyone's favourite diva Miss Piggy for a rousing sing-a-long to the greatest Christmas movie in existence. Back by popular demand, Sh!t Theatre invites you to come along and witness Michael Caine's Christmas miracle, promising laughter, redemention and singing food to get you in the holly jolly spirit. A can't miss this holiday season for musical lovers and the young at heart alike. Tickets £12
Oh reindeer! Santa's gone missing and it's up to you to find him. Become a secret agent for the day with this fun immersive holiday challenge that will have you searching the whole North Pole (and by North Pole we really mean South London) to track down the man in red and save Christmas. Includes a delicious meal and a Mince Spy sure to jingle the night away. Tickets £48.50-54.50
5. Sounds Familiar Christmas Music Quiz
6-21 December, various times and locations
London's best music trivia is kicking off the holiday season with a Christmas Music Quiz party that's sure to leave you belting out some Mariah while dancing on tables. Grab a group of friends for a hilarious holiday outing that promises to please even the Grinch of your group. Just be sure to book soon, as tickets are going faster than you can say "Whoville." Tickets, are various prices.
What's on your alternative holiday to-do list? Let me know in the comments!
I bring you round two of the weird and wonderful holiday happenings, featuring a holiday scavenger hunt, secret-agent Santa, and plenty of sing-a-longs to get you pumped for the most wonderful time of the year.
1. Santa Scavenger Hunt
10 December, 2pm at Scarlets ![]() |
| Ring in the holidays with this Santa-themed scavenger hunt that's sure to delight the whole family. [Photo via Facebook] |
2. Christmas in Harlem
30 November - 23 December at Burnswick Studios
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| Experience the roaring 1920's like never before at this Christmas in Harlem pop up by the Manhattan Club. [Photo via Facebook] |
3. Sing-a-Long Muppets Christmas Carol
11 & 12 December, 7:30 pm at The Camden People's Theatre
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| Belt out holiday classics during The Muppets Christmas Carol Sing-a-long, presented by Sh!t Theatre. [Photo via Flickr] |
4. Agent November: Christmas Crisis
10-30 December, Various locations
10-30 December, Various locations
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| Become the next 007 and hunt for Santa in this interactive holiday puzzle, perfect for a group. [Photo via Facebook] |
5. Sounds Familiar Christmas Music Quiz
6-21 December, various times and locations
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| Grab a music buff and ring in the season with a hearty holiday themed music quiz. [Photo via Facebook] |
What's on your alternative holiday to-do list? Let me know in the comments!





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