Winter at the Southbank Centre

Winter at the Southbank Centre is the most wonderful time of the year, so take a look and get into the winter spirit.

Winter Market: MON 3 NOV – SUN 4 JAN

Stroll along the Thames and sample indulgent drinks and scrumptious street food from traditional alpine-style chalets. There’s pop-up bars, street food stalls and independent craft traders, all beneath the twinkling lights of the Winter Market.

Fire & Fromage: MON 3 NOV – SUN 4 JAN

Fire & Fromage, from Jimmy’s Pop Up, transforms the Thames into a magical alpine escape. Enjoy a relaxed, festive atmosphere in weatherproof cabanas, complete with cosy fire pits and the chance to toast your own marshmallows and don’t forget the amazing Jimmy Garcia’s cheese experience, all washed down with a signature cocktail or two, mulled wine or a boozy hot chocolate.

Spectacular shows

Sh!t Theatre: EVITA TOO: TUE 9 – WED 31 DEC

Join the disco dictators as they tell the wild story of Isabel Perón, gogo-dancer-turned-president who led Argentina for 18 disastrous months.

Top Hat: FRI 12 DEC – SAT 17 JAN 2026

The musical equivalent of the finest vintage champagne: a stage adaptation of the classic film, featuring sparkling music and dancing.

Bluey's Big Play: THU 18 DEC – SUN 11 JAN 2026

See Bluey, Bingo, Bandit and Chilli in a live show packed with music, laughter, brilliantly created puppets and fun for the whole family.

Operation Ouch: Quest for the Jurassic Fart! MON 22 DEC – FRI 2 JAN 2026

Join TV’s favourite doctors on a dino-mite adventure to unearth the most dangerous, most powerful, most important fart in history, in a gigantic brand-new show.

Amazing Art

Gilbert & George: 21ST CENTURY PICTURES: TUE 7 OCT 2025 – SUN 11 JAN 2026

At the Hayward Gallery, discover the iconic artists’ pictures from the past 25 years, 

Marvellous music

Handel's Messiah: FRI 12 DEC and Christmas Classics: SAT 13 & SUN 14 DEC as well as plenty of free festive cheer!

Further Information: Southbank Centre