Southbank Centre Winter Market 2025

Introduction

Welcome to the riverside glow of the Southbank Centre Winter Market 2025 — twinkling huts, Thames views, and the smell of cinnamon in the air. This guide covers what to expect, must-do bites, and smart timing tips so you catch the best of the South Bank at Christmas.

What to Expect

📅 Dates & Times

• 3 Nov 2025 – 4 Jan 2026

• Open daily 11:00–22:00 (craft traders until 21:00)

• Closed: 25 & 31 Dec (and 1 Jan for some areas) Southbank Centre

📍 Location

• Queen’s Walk & Southbank Centre, SE1 — steps from Waterloo and Embankment. South Bank London

🎠 Attractions

• Alpine-style chalets with artisan gifts & design makers

• Street-food kitchens and riverside bars (late opening)

• Part of the wider Southbank Winter programme and Winter Light installations along the river path Southbank Centre

Must-Do Experiences

🍪 Sample Festive Treats

• Grab mulled wine and stroll the riverside; pair with churros, raclette, crêpes or a vegan festive wrap. Food traders serve till 22:00. Southbank Centre

🎁 Shop for Unique Gifts

• Browse indie makers for small-batch candles, prints, leatherwork, and seasonal decor (crafts till 21:00). Southbank Centre

🎶 Soak up the Scene

• Catch choirs, buskers and pop-ups along the strip, plus gallery/programme events across the Southbank campus. Southbank Centre

Insider Tips for Visitors

⏰ Arrive Early / Go Late

• Quieter before 12:00 and after 20:30 (lights are gorgeous after dark).

🧣 Dress Warmly

• Riverside breeze = colder than inland. Layers + gloves.

📅 Check Listings

• Some installations/venues have separate opening times; confirm before you go. Southbank Centre

🚆 Getting There

• Waterloo (best), Embankment, Blackfriars short walk; avoid driving. South Bank London

Why Locals Love It

Unbeatable river views, late opening for after-work hangs, and easy hops to Covent Garden or London Bridge for a two-market night. Visit London consistently ranks Southbank among the city’s top festive markets. visitlondon.com

Conclusion

Southbank Centre Winter Market is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser: riverside sparkle, quality makers, and great food till late. Bring an appetite, a camera, and someone to share it with. Southbank Centre