St James's Church: Christmas Classics by Candlelight

at Christmas Classics by Candlelight
London Available from Mon 28 Dec to Mon 28 Dec

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Book Christmas Classics by Candlelight tickets & experience festive favourites live this Christmas in Piccadilly

  • Hear much-loved Christmas classics performed live in the heart of London's Piccadilly
  • Experience a festive concert surrounded by the warm glow of candlelight
  • See the exceptional Piccadilly Sinfonietta perform live alongside special guests
  • Hear festive favourites including Winter Wonderland, O Holy Night and Let It Snow
  • Enjoy Walking in the Air from The Snowman and Tchaikovsky's Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy
  • Take your seat inside the beautiful and historic St James's Church in Piccadilly

Experience Christmas Classics by Candlelight at St James's Church, Piccadilly

  • Date: 28th December 2026
  • Doors Open: 30 minutes prior to showtime
  • Performance Time: 8pm - 9pm
  • Duration: 1 hour
  • Venue: St James's Church, 197 Piccadilly, London W1J 9LL
  • Please Note: There are no refunds unless the event is cancelled or rescheduled.

Christmas Classics by Candlelight Programme:

  • Felix Bernard: Winter Wonderland
  • Adolphe Adam: O Holy Night
  • Jule Styne: Let It Snow
  • Wells & Tormé: The Christmas Song
  • Howard Blake: Walking in the Air from The Snowman
  • Tchaikovsky: Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy from The Nutcracker
  • Émile Waldteufel: The Skaters' Waltz

Performed by:

  • The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
  • Special guests

Christmas classics performed live by candlelight in the heart of Piccadilly

Step into the candlelight as the Piccadilly Sinfonietta and special guests bring a packed programme of festive favourites to St James's Church in Piccadilly between Christmas and New Year.

The concert moves from the snowy swing of Winter Wonderland and Let It Snow to O Holy Night and The Christmas Song, keeping the festive soundtrack going for just a little longer.

There are orchestral Christmas favourites too. Hear Walking in the Air from The Snowman, Tchaikovsky's Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy from The Nutcracker and the elegant Skaters' Waltz performed live inside this historic Piccadilly church.

Founded in 2017 by concert pianist Warren Mailley-Smith, the Piccadilly Sinfonietta performs more than 200 concerts each year and brings together a hand-picked selection of some of the UK's finest classical musicians.

Book Christmas Classics by Candlelight tickets at St James's Church, Piccadilly today and have them delivered instantly via email.

Location

St James Piccadilly

197 Piccadilly,
London,
London,
W1J 9LL
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How to find us

St James's Church Piccadilly is located at 197 Piccadilly, London W1J 9LL, in the heart of central London.

  • By car: Use postcode W1J 9LL for your sat nav. There is no visitor parking at St James's Church. The nearest paid parking is in Soho, approximately a 7-minute walk away, although spaces are limited.
  • By train: Charing Cross is the closest major railway station, approximately a 15-minute walk away. Victoria is around a 20-minute walk or a short journey on bus route 38.
  • By bus: Routes 6, 9, 14, 19, 22, 38, 139 and 159 stop close to the church around Piccadilly and Regent Street.
  • By foot: From Green Park Station, use the Piccadilly exit, turn left and walk towards Piccadilly Circus. St James's Church is just beyond the Royal Academy of Arts.
Facilities
  • Wheelchair accessible
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Is Christmas Classics by Candlelight wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Christmas Classics by Candlelight is wheelchair accessible. 

What are the seating options for Christmas Classics by Candlelight?

Choose from a range of ticket types and seating options when you book to watch Christmas Classics by Candlelight.

  • Please note that the organisers operate an unreserved seating policy within each separate band.
  • Seats within each band (AA, A, B) are allocated on a first come, first served basis.

Seating Options:

  • Band AA: Sit as close to the stage as possible
  • Band A: Sit in the front section of the venue
  • Band B: Sit at the middle of the venue.
  • Band C: Sit at the rear of the venue. Please note: Band C may have restricted views due to pillars. 
What age is Christmas Classics by Candlelight suitable for?

Christmas Classics by Candlelight is suitable for all ages! Enjoy the perfect introduction to classical music. 

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