Piccadilly: The Nutcracker Suite Christmas Candlelight Concert

at The Nutcracker Suite at Christmas by Candlelight
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Book The Nutcracker Suite tickets & experience classical music at a Christmas candlelight concert in Piccadilly

  • Hear Tchaikovsky's enchanting Nutcracker Suite performed live in the heart of London
  • Experience a festive classical concert surrounded by the warm glow of candlelight
  • Hear Prokofiev's Troika alongside Grieg's Morning and Hall of the Mountain King
  • Enjoy the acclaimed Piccadilly Sinfonietta bringing much-loved classical masterpieces to life
  • Keep the Christmas celebrations going with an atmospheric programme of Tchaikovsky, Grieg & Prokofiev
  • Take your seat inside the beautiful and historic St James's Church, Piccadilly

Experience The Nutcracker Suite at Christmas by candlelight at St James's Church, Piccadilly

  • Date: Sunday 27th December 2026
  • Doors Open: 5:40pm
  • Performance Time: 6pm - 7pm
  • Duration: 1 hour
  • Venue: St James's Church, 197 Piccadilly, London W1J 9LL

The Nutcracker Suite at Christmas by Candlelight Programme:

  • Prokofiev: Troika
  • Grieg: Morning
  • Grieg: Hall of the Mountain King
  • Tchaikovsky: The Nutcracker Suite

Performed by:

  • The Piccadilly Sinfonietta

World-class classical music performed by world-class musicians live this Christmas in Piccadilly

Step into the candlelight and hear Tchaikovsky's much-loved Nutcracker Suite performed live in the heart of London. Packed with instantly recognisable melodies and festive character, this classical favourite keeps the Christmas celebrations going with an atmospheric evening of live music.

Performed by the acclaimed Piccadilly Sinfonietta, the programme also features Prokofiev's lively Troika, Grieg's peaceful Morning and the dramatic Hall of the Mountain King, bringing together a brilliant line-up of classical favourites.

Whether The Nutcracker is already part of your Christmas tradition or you're looking for something special to do between Christmas and New Year, this one-hour candlelit concert brings Tchaikovsky, Grieg and Prokofiev together inside the historic St James's Church, Piccadilly.

Book The Nutcracker Suite at Christmas tickets at St James's Church, Piccadilly today and have them delivered instantly via email.

Location

St James Piccadilly

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

St James's Church is located at 197 Piccadilly, London W1J 9LL.

  • By car: There is no visitor parking at St James's Church. The nearest paid parking is in Soho, approximately a seven-minute walk away, although capacity is limited.
  • By train: Charing Cross is the closest major railway station, around a 15-minute walk away. Victoria Station is around 20 minutes away on foot or can be reached using local buses.
  • By Tube: Green Park and Piccadilly Circus Underground stations are both around a five-minute walk from St James's Church.
  • By bus: Routes 6, 9, 14, 19, 22, 38, 139 and 159 stop nearby along Piccadilly or Regent Street.
  • By foot: St James's Church is on Piccadilly, just past the Royal Academy of Arts when approaching from Green Park.
Facilities
  • Step-free access from the courtyard into St James’s Church, Piccadilly.
  • Step-free access from both Piccadilly and Jermyn Street.
  • South Door offers the quickest step-free route for wheelchair users arriving by taxi.
  • Accessible toilet for disabled visitors.
  • Hearing loop system.
  • Large-print materials available as part of the church's general accessibility provision.
  • Bike racks and cycle docking stations nearby.
  • No visitor parking at the church.
More Info
Is The Nutcracker Suite at Christmas by Candlelight wheelchair accessible?

Yes, The Nutcracker Suite at Christmas by Candlelight is held in wheelchair accessible venues.

What are the seating options for The Nutcracker Suite at Christmas by Candlelight?

Choose from a range of ticket types and seating options when you book to watch The Nutcracker Suite at Christmas 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 middle section of the venue
  • Band B: Sit at the rear side of the venue. Please note: Band B may have restricted views due to pillars. 
What age is The Nutcracker Suite at Christmas by Candlelight?

The Nutcracker Suite at Christmas by Candlelight is suitable for all ages! Enjoy the perfect introduction to classical music. 

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