Camden Market Launches Brand-New Ice Palace Grotto and Festive Line-Up

This Christmas, Camden Market transforms once again into one of London’s most magical family-friendly festive destinations..

The iconic market will welcome Mother and Father Christmas to a sparkling Ice Palace Grotto, host live seasonal performances, and partner with its vibrant community of traders to offer irresistible festive treats.

Throughout December, visitors will stroll beneath a breathtaking canopy of illumination, including a glowing “ceiling of light” above Water Lane and shimmering snowflake-inspired decorations throughout the market.

Six spectacular Christmas trees will anchor the festive landscape, dressed in icy blue and fuchsia-pink snowflake ornaments that capture Camden Market’s unmistakable creative spirit.

Camden Market’s Festive Highlights

Ice Palace Grotto & Meet-and-Greet with Mother & Father Christmas

Hawley Wharf, Food Hall – December 6, 7, 13, 14, 19, 20, 21, 22

At the centre of the celebrations is the immersive Ice Palace Grotto: a ticketed three-hour experience, offering:

  • Meet-and-greet moments with Mother and Father Christmas
  • A beautifully decorated Christmas tree
  • Goody bags for children
  • Creative activity stations including craft tables, a story corner, and face painting

Sessions begin at 12:30pm or 1:00pm and must be pre-booked.

For every ticket sold, £1 will be donated to Great Ormond Street Hospital Children’s Charity (GOSH). Tickets available from 12pm on Thursday 13th November at camdenmarket.com.

• Opening Night at Hawley Wharf – 6 December

To mark the official start of the Christmas season, Hawley Wharf will host a festive launch celebration from 12:30pm to 4:30pm, free to the public.

The Enchanted Ice Grotto opens its doors, and at 3:30pm, visitors will enjoy a joyful performance by The Big Sing, filling Market Place with seasonal music and community cheer.

Festive Treats from Camden Market’s 1,000+ Traders

In true Camden style, traders will offer special Christmas-themed food, art, and craft highlights, including:

  • Yorkshire Burrito: Christmas Dinner wrap: slow-cooked turkey, pigs in blankets, cranberry sauce, potatoes, greens, and gravy inside a soft Yorkshire pudding

  • Hans & Gretel: Handmade Mince Pie gelato

  • Humble Crumble: Hot chocolate made with 72% dark chocolate, vanilla whipped cream, and cacao

For updates and full details, visit camdenmarket.com.

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