Greenford Quay Christmas: Santa Comes to Greenford Quay 2026
About this Event
Event Details
Location: Greenford Quay, Tillermans Court, Grenan Square, Greenford UB6 0FP
Dates & Times:
Saturday 28th November: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Street Food, Artisan Christmas Market, Festive Entertainment, Family Activities, Workshops, Ferris Wheel, Tea Cups, Father Christmas and so much more!
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Get ready for another day of festive fun by the canal as Christmas returns to Greenford Quay!
Join us on Saturday 28th November, 12pm to 5pm, as we welcome Santa to Greenford Quay for a magical afternoon of Christmas celebrations, packed with festive entertainment, family activities, delicious street food, warming drinks, artisan markets and plenty of Christmas cheer.
Following our Christmas Tree & Festive Light Switch On on Friday 27th November, the celebrations continue on Saturday with even more to discover! Expect live music across the waterfront, creative Christmas workshops, roaming entertainment, free fairground rides and the chance to meet Santa himself as he spreads festive cheer around Greenford Quay.
Wrap up warm, gather your friends and family and join us for a wonderful afternoon of festive fun by the canal!
What’s in store for you:
- Santa Claus is Coming to Greenford Quay!
- Acrobatic Elves bringing festive mischief and spectacular.
- Free rides on our giant Fayre Ground Rides and Tea Cups
- Live Music Across Greenford Quay
- Artisan Christmas Markets featuring independent makers and traders.
- Creative Christmas Workshops with Restore
- Delicious Street Food from independent traders at Lyons Dock.
- Festive Drinks from Jim & Tonic
- Plus more festive surprises to be announced!
Full line-up and details below ↓
RSVP Today for a chance to win a £30 Food Voucher!
Register for your FREE ticket to Christmas at Greenford Quay and you’ll automatically be entered into our prize draw for the chance to win a £30 food & drink voucher to spend during the event.
It’s completely free to attend – simply RSVP, gather your friends and family and get ready for two days of festive fun by the canal!
What to Expect
Santa Claus is Coming to Greenford Quay!
He's making a list, checking it twice... Santa Claus is coming to Greenford Quay!
Join us on Saturday 28th November as Santa makes a special visit to Greenford Quay, spreading Christmas cheer as he roams around the waterfront.
Little ones will have the chance to meet Santa, hand him their Christmas letters and share their festive wishes ahead of the big day! Don't forget to bring your camera, as there'll be plenty of opportunities to capture a magical Christmas photo together.
Santa won't be arriving alone! He'll be joined by his mischievous acrobatic elves, bringing plenty of festive fun, playful antics and impressive acrobatic performances as they make their way around Greenford Quay.
Keep your eyes peeled as you explore the Christmas celebrations. You never know where Santa and his elves might pop up next!
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🍴 Street Food by T&T Markets
Come hungry! T&T Markets will be bringing a delicious line-up of independent street food traders to Greenford Quay, this year in a brand new location at Lyons Dock!
Expect a tempting mix of warming winter dishes, street food favourites and festive flavours, perfect for grabbing something delicious while enjoying the entertainment and soaking up the Christmas atmosphere by the canal.
Our street food traders will be joining us across both days of the Christmas celebrations, so there will be plenty of opportunities to enjoy something tasty!
Meet Our Street Food Traders
- : Crispy turkey popcorn chicken.
- : Caribbean jerk chicken served with a delicious baked potato.
- : Authentic Greek street food alongside traditional Greek Christmas cakes.
- : Their festive turkey UFO burger with cranberry sauce.
- Philly cheesesteaks with festive specials featuring turkey, stuffing, cranberry and brie.
- Christmas Hungarian lángos and chimney cakes
- Christmas Brownies and Gingerbread People
🎶 Music & Entertainment
Get ready for an afternoon filled with festive music, live performances and plenty of Christmas cheer as Greenford Quay comes alive with entertainment!
We'll have live music across three locations throughout the afternoon, bringing a wonderful mix of festive favourites and feel-good tunes to the waterfront.
Whether you're exploring the artisan markets, enjoying some delicious street food or simply soaking up the Christmas atmosphere, there'll be plenty of music and entertainment to enjoy along the way.
Our full entertainment line-up will be announced soon, so keep an eye out for more details!
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Festive Fairground Rides
Add a little extra magic to your Christmas celebrations with the return of our Giant Ferris Wheel, joined this year by a brand new Light Up Teacups Ride!
Hop aboard our Giant Ferris Wheel for a completely FREE ride and enjoy views across Greenford Quay, the canal and the twinkling festive lights from above. It's the perfect way to soak up the Christmas atmosphere and snap a festive photo or two!
For even more festive fun, take a spin on our Light Up Teacups Ride, bringing a colourful burst of Christmas magic for families and little ones to enjoy.
Both rides will be available across Friday evening and Saturday, giving you plenty of opportunities to join in the fun.
Both rides are completely FREE! Simply turn up and join the queue!
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🛍️ Artisan Market
Get into the Christmas shopping spirit and explore our Christmas Artisan Markets, with over 30 independent artisans joining us across Greenford Quay on Saturday 28th November!
Discover a wonderful selection of independent makers and small businesses, with everything from handmade gifts and festive treats to jewellery, homeware, accessories and unique Christmas finds.
You'll find our artisan markets spread across Tillermans, Glassworks, Lyons Dock and the kiosks, giving you plenty to explore as you make your way around the waterfront.
It's the perfect opportunity to pick up something special, discover local talent and support independent businesses this festive season.
Full artisan line-up coming soon!
Greenford Quay resident? Get involved!
We’d also love to showcase the creativity and businesses within the Greenford Quay community. If you’re a Greenford Quay resident and would like the opportunity to trade at the Christmas Artisan Market, you can register your interest using the form below.
Register your interest in joining the Christmas Artisan Market
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🎨 Re’Make Christmas Workshop with Restore
Get creative this Christmas with Restore, who will be joining us for a special festive workshop using reclaimed and recycled materials!
Drop in and create your very own Christmas decorations, cards, gift tags or small handmade gifts using a colourful mix of reclaimed textiles, papers, ribbons and other materials.
Perfect for children, families and grown-ups alike, this hands-on workshop is a lovely opportunity to get creative, give materials a new lease of life and make something special to take home or gift to someone this Christmas.
Saturday 28th November - 12pm to 5pm
FREE to take part! Simply drop in and join the festive fun throughout the afternoon.
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Festive Crafts & Christmas Games with Groundwork
Get into the Christmas spirit with Groundwork, who will be joining us across both days with a wonderful mix of festive crafts, creative activities and Christmas games for the whole family!
Get hands-on and make your very own Christmas crackers, cardboard robins and paper snowflakes, perfect for adding a little homemade magic to your Christmas celebrations.
There'll also be plenty of festive fun with games including Pin the Nose on the Reindeer and Santa's Secret Deliveries, where little ones can take on fun Christmas challenges.
Whether you're feeling creative or ready for a festive challenge, there's something for everyone to enjoy!
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Festive Drinks by Jim & Tonic
Warm up this Christmas with a festive drink from Jim & Tonic, returning to Greenford Quay across both days of the celebrations.
Expect a selection of signature cocktails, sustainable draft beers, wines, soft drinks and festive favourites, perfect for enjoying while you explore the market, catch the entertainment or simply soak up the Christmas atmosphere by the canal.
Grab a drink, wrap up warm and settle in for a festive weekend of music, food and Christmas fun at Greenford Quay.
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Letters to Santa
Have you been good this year? It's time to get your Christmas wishes ready as Letters to Santa returns to Greenford Quay!
Little ones are invited to write their very own letter to Father Christmas, sharing their Christmas wishes, festive drawings and special messages ahead of the big day.
Look out for our Letters to Santa stations at participating retailers across Greenford Quay, where children can get creative and prepare their letters for Santa.
And there's even more Christmas magic on Saturday 28th November, when Santa himself will be roaming around Greenford Quay! Bring your completed letter along and hand it to him in person, with plenty of opportunities for a festive photo too.
Whether you're joining us for Friday's Christmas Light Switch On or Saturday's celebrations, it's a lovely way for little ones to get involved in the festive fun.
FREE to take part!
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🌙 Keep the Festivities Going
The Christmas celebrations don’t have to end when the event wraps up on Saturday!
Head to Kiosk, Layla’s Bistro or Intu and keep the festive spirit going into the evening.
With drinks, music, DJs and plenty of good vibes, it’s the perfect way to round off a brilliant weekend of Christmas celebrations at Greenford Quay.
More details on what’s happening at each venue coming soon!
About Greenford Quay
Greenford Quay is West London's vibrant waterfront rental neighbourhood. This beautifully landscaped community in Greenford, Ealing, offers the flexibility of renting, just 30 minutes from central London, with all the convenient luxuries of modern life. Greenford Quay is more than a home. With enviable onsite amenities in every building including 24/7 concierge, a fully equipped gym, private cinema, roof top terraces and waterfront seating, set beside the historic Grand Union Canal.
Say hello to our newest residence: The Glassworks. A place where comfort takes centre stage and everything is taken care of, The Glassworks features light and airy apartments that connect effortlessly to the nature on our doorstep. Taking centre stage in Greenford Quay’s landscaped community, its Northern Californian inspired interiors offer simple and informal living spaces to satisfy any mood. Amenities include laid-back workspaces, a residents’ lounge, sunrise aesthetic gym, media room and a demonstration dining space. To book a viewing please call today +44 (0)20 3131 1800 or email our team [email protected].
At Greenford Quay, you'll discover a wealth of community events, shops and facilities at your doorstep like Paws in the City, a renowned veterinary clinic, Starbucks and Co-op. Esquires cafe serves breakfast, organic coffee, smoothies and delicious food. Our newly opened restaurant Layla's Bistro offers a relaxed atmosphere to grab drinks, dinner or lunch with a sought-after menu inspired by global flavours. Kiosk is our community hub with a range of different pop-ups included 3 food vendors, plant shop & tattoo artists. Hosting events every week - check out their website for more information. Get a workout at Boxhype, a boutique gym for all levels, offering everything from boxing, Hyrox-inspired classes and yoga. With more opening soon, watch this space & enjoy all that Greenford Quay has to offer!
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