Covent Garden: The Nutcracker Suite Christmas Candlelight Concert

at The Nutcracker Suite at Christmas by Candlelight
Covent Garden Available from Thu 19 Nov to Thu 19 Nov

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Book The Nutcracker Suite tickets & experience classical music at a Christmas candlelight concert in Covent Garden

  • Hear Tchaikovsky's enchanting Nutcracker Suite performed live in the heart of Covent Garden
  • Experience a festive classical concert surrounded by the warm glow of candlelight
  • Hear Rachmaninov's sweeping Piano Concerto No. 2 performed live by renowned pianist Warren Mailley-Smith
  • Enjoy the acclaimed Piccadilly Sinfonietta bringing much-loved classical masterpieces to life
  • Get into the Christmas spirit with a traditional festive medley alongside Tchaikovsky & Rachmaninov
  • Take your seat inside the beautiful and historic St Paul's Church, known as The Actors' Church

Experience Nutcracker Suite at Christmas by candlelight at St Paul's Church, Covent Garden

  • Date: Thursday 19th November 2026
  • Doors Open: 5:40pm
  • Performance Time: 6pm - 7pm
  • Duration: 1 hour
  • Venue: St Paul's Covent Garden 'The Actors' Church', Bedford Street, London WC2E 9ED

Nutcracker Suite at Christmas by Candlelight Programme:

  • Tchaikovsky: Nutcracker Suite
  • Rachmaninov: Piano Concerto No. 2
  • Traditional: Festive Medley

Performed by:

  • The Piccadilly Sinfonietta
  • Warren Mailley-Smith (piano)

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

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

The programme also features Rachmaninov's Piano Concerto No. 2, performed by renowned concert pianist Warren Mailley-Smith alongside the acclaimed Piccadilly Sinfonietta, before a traditional festive medley rounds off the Christmas concert.

Whether The Nutcracker is already part of your Christmas tradition or you're looking for a different festive night out in London, this one-hour candlelit concert brings Tchaikovsky, Rachmaninov and Christmas favourites together inside the historic St Paul's Church in Covent Garden.

Book Nutcracker Suite at Christmas tickets at St Paul's Church, Covent Garden today and have them delivered instantly via email.

Location

St Paul's Church

Bedford St,
Covent Garden,
London,
WC2E 9ED
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How to find us

St Paul's Church is located on Bedford Street in Covent Garden, London WC2E 9ED.

  • By car: Use postcode WC2E 9ED for your sat nav. St Paul's Church is inside London's Congestion Charge zone and parking is very limited, so use a nearby Westminster, NCP or Q-Park car park.
  • By train: Charing Cross is the closest mainline railway station and is within walking distance of St Paul's Church.
  • By Tube: Leicester Square is the closest Underground station, with Covent Garden station also within easy walking distance.
  • By bus: Routes 3, 6, 9, 11, 12, 13, 15, 23, 24, 29, 53, 87, 88, 91, 139, 159, 176 and 453 serve the surrounding area.
  • By foot: The main entrance to St Paul's Church is on Bedford Street, overlooking the west side of Covent Garden Piazza.
Facilities
  • Wheelchair access from Bedford Street and Henrietta Street.
  • Disabled access ramp from the courtyard into the main church.
  • Moveable pews allowing wheelchair spaces and special seating arrangements.
  • Accessible toilet off the foyer.
  • Baby-changing facility inside the accessible toilet.
  • Hearing loop and sound amplification.
  • Quiet foyer if visitors need to step away from the main church.
  • One public parking space on site, with additional commercial parking nearby.
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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