Christmas In Vauxhall
Festive Fun
Vauxhall brings the festive fun in its own wonderfully eclectic way — alpacas, drag queens, glowing light trails, craft workshops, unlimited karaoke, you name it.
Whether it’s family-friendly days out, after-work activities, wholesome weekends or slightly chaotic nights with your mates, December in SE11 has something for every mood.
From wreath-making at the City Farm to bauble marbling in Bonnington Square, this guide gathers the most joyful, creative and brilliantly weird things to do across Vauxhall this Christmas.
Winter Feasts
If there’s one thing Vauxhall does brilliantly at Christmas, it’s food with personality.
December here is a delicious mix of comforting classics, cosy cafés, group dining menus and proper Christmas Day indulgence. Whether you’re after a long lunch, something plant-filled and wholesome, a festive roast or a Caribbean Christmas with rum cocktails and sunshine flavours, Vauxhall has it covered.
This guide rounds up the best festive dining options across SE11 — the places doing Christmas with flair, flavour and that unbeatable Vauxhall warmth.
Glorious Gifts
Christmas shopping hits differently in Vauxhall. Maybe it’s the mix of independent makers, neighbourhood markets and little gems tucked under railway arches, or maybe it’s just the sheer joy of finding something that isn’t from a high-street chain.
From beautifully crafted ceramics and textiles at the Garden Museum’s Beautiful & Useful Fair to festive treats and iconic Bolo Rei from Madeira, Vauxhall is full of thoughtful, handmade and utterly unique gift ideas.
Whether you’re buying for your partner, your flatmates or that colleague you barely know, this guide will help you shop local and find something with real heart.
After Dark
If you’re looking for a place to dance away the year, Vauxhall has you sorted. This neighbourhood has nightlife in its DNA — from floating jazz parties on the Thames to drag-hosted discos, late-night club sessions and festive DJ takeovers.
Whether you want glitter, live music, camp chaos or a proper queer Christmas night out, you’ll find a floor to move on.
This guide pulls together the best spots for dancing your way through December, celebrating the season Vauxhall-style: loud, proud and full of energy.
