When something that hasn’t happened in a century is being brought back to life by the spirit and enthusiasm of an entire country, you know that it is going to be a sight to see. After a hundred year long absence, 2020 will mark the return of the Russian Formula 1 Grand Prix and it is happening in Sochi.
Following the spectacular success of last year's 21st birthday celebrations, the Festival returns in the finest of form, spreading the jazz word throughout this most vibrant of cities.
This year sees the 34th year for the Great Christmas Pudding Race in Covent Garden from 11am, in aid of Cancer Research UK.
The event is organised by CRAC on behalf of Cancer Research UK and supported by Fox’s and Covent Garden Market.
Have you ever:
•Wanted to see your boss dressed up as Mickey Mouse running through a flying foam slalom?
•Wanted to participate in one of the most exciting events of the festive period?
•Wanted to help raise awareness for Cancer Research?
The story of Prince Siegfried’s love for the Swan Queen Odette, their battle against the evil sorcerer, Rothbart, and a fateful encounter with the manipulative Odile is revealed in English National Ballet’s acclaimed production of Swan Lake. Beloved for its exquisite dancing, beautiful sets and Tchaikovsky’s glorious music, played by the Orchestra of English National Ballet, this Swan Lake is a thrill for the dedicated ballet fan or first-time ballet-goer.
On a sparkling Christmas Eve in a frost-dusted Edwardian London, Clara and her enchanted Nutcracker doll discover a magical world, where she battles with the Mouse King and meets a handsome stranger. As the air grows colder, Clara and her valiant Nutcracker take a hot air balloon ride across London to the glistening Land of Snow where her adventure really begins.
The best equestrian Christmas party!
The Injured Jockeys Fund is to be the charity of the year at this year’s London International Horse Show at Olympia. Markel International, the specialist insurer, will sponsor a unique class on Friday 19th December. The Markel Champions Challenge for the Injured Jockeys Fund is set to be one of the highlights of the evening, featuring some of the UK’s best known flat and jump jockeys with the additional spice of top
show jumpers.
Olympia Horse Show has a packed programme of events.
Some highlights include:
The Hampton Court Palace Ice Rink returns this winter for another skating season.
Put on your ear muffs, gloves and skates, grab a steadying hand (if needed!) and have some festive fun on the ice in glorious Tudor surroundings.
The outdoor ice rink offers spectacular views of the red brick Tudor front of King Henry VIII’s magnificent palace, on the banks of the historic River Thames. Book an evening session to see the stunning palace lit up after dark while you skate under the evening stars!
Experience an exhilarating skate under the stars with friends and family. For five weeks over the Christmas period, our Inner Close is transformed by our Christmas Market and open-air real ice rink.
It was in Strasbourg in 1570 that the very first edition of the oldest Christmas market in Europe took place, then called the "Christkindelsmärik" (market of the Infant Jesus). Since this time, Strasbourg has continued the tradition of a traditional, authentic, warm and generous Alsatian Christmas and these are all the reasons why "Strasbourg, the Capital of Christmas" continues to enjoy repeated success.
Dresden's Christmas Market is traditionally called Striezelmarkt, it is Germany's oldest Christmas Market with a very long history dating back to 1434. Its name derives from Hefestriezel, a sweet delicacy which centuries later has become know as “Dresden Christstollen” (German Christmas Cake).
The Dresden Striezelmarkt is located on the Altmarkt Square, in the historical city centre. It is surrounded by various themed Christmas Markets, stretching up to the main railway station and the Albertplatz.
