Breadcrumbs ![12 Cool Things To Do This Weekend: 11.12.25](https://media.sheerluxe.com/Cb2RP-gXYb7cUVAs16GgqN9ULZM=/800x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsw18.sheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2025%2F12%2Fsl-site-assets-111225-thumb-hero-wtdtw.jpg) Image: Ham Yard Hotel [What's On](/culture/whats-on) / 11 December 2025 # 12 Cool Things To Do This Weekend: 11.12.25 Looking for things to do this weekend? Look no further – from techy haircare pop-up to a festive family day out, our guide has options for everyone… [ Save To My Favourites ](/user/login?destination=/markdownify/node/49670) Image: Ham Yard Hotel ## FOOD & DRINK ### The Festive Season At Ham Yard Hotel If you like your Christmas with a side of glamour, Ham Yard is the place to be. The lobby houses a magical, snow-dusted gingerbread village complete with candy-coloured rooftops and a tiny working train. Upstairs, Ham Yard Restaurant is serving celebratory menus for the season, including a luxurious Christmas Day feast with champagne and canapés. Whether it’s lunch with colleagues, a festive staycation or a glamorous pit-stop between Oxford Circus and Soho, it’s a proper December crowd-pleaser. *1 Ham Yard, West End, W1D 7DT* *Visit* [FIRMDALEHOTELS.COM](https://www.firmdalehotels.com/hotels/ham-yard-hotel/the-festive-season) ### Tokkia Europe’s first luxury Korean matcha house has officially landed in Covent Garden. From the founder of be-oom, TOKKIA is a serene new space dedicated to finely whisked Korean matcha and hojicha. Expect everything from clean, ceremonial matcha to creamy lattes, sparkling iced variations and seasonal specials like Persimmon Cinnamon Matcha and Hoji Peanut Lattes. There are also traditional Korean saltbreads, plus a beautiful retail edit of teas, Bangjja teaware and exclusive merch on offer. *3 Monmouth Street, Covent Garden, WC2H 9DA* *Visit* [COVENTGARDEN.LONDON](https://www.coventgarden.london/brand-directory/tokkia/) [ ![Tokkia](https://media.sheerluxe.com/0GatHCUZi5d1sqxEfIO_4jpuD0A=/800x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsw18.sheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2025%2F12%2Ftokkia-sl.png) ](https://www.coventgarden.london/brand-directory/tokkia/) Tokkia ## CULTURE ### Harland Miller At Design Museum Typography, colour and billboard-scale impact take centre stage in this free Harland Miller display. Presented across two spaces, the exhibition showcases monumental new paintings inspired by the oversized advertising hoardings of Los Angeles, alongside works on paper that reveal the structure behind Miller’s graphic approach. Highlights include *Far Out* (his first diptych) and *XXX* (2025), a punchy nod to punk culture and cinema. *Design Museum, Kensington High Street, W8 6AG; Free* *Visit* [DESIGNMUSEUM.ORG](https://designmuseum.org/exhibitions/harland-miller-at-the-design-museum) ### St Katharine Docks For two performances only, the floating pontoon of St Katharine Docks Marina will transform into an intimate jazz venue. Book tickets for the Sunday 14th December afternoon or Thursday 18th December evening sessions, when vocalist Olivia Swann will breath fresh life into jazz standards and Christmas classics. *Floating Pontoon, St Katharine Docks Marina, St Katharine’s Way, E1W 1LA* *Visit* [SKDOCKS.CO.UK](https://skdocks.co.uk/events/skd-sessions-christmas/) [ ![Ham Yard Hotel](https://media.sheerluxe.com/wGF2mL2LOgdmu6Ia5Gd5bk0MQaE=/800x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsw18.sheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2025%2F12%2Fham-yard-hotel-sl.png) ](https://www.firmdalehotels.com/hotels/ham-yard-hotel/the-festive-season) Ham Yard Hotel ### Her Thirties’ Signature Soirée x Roxie Nafousi The viral community Her Thirties returns with its end-of-year soirée at Mistress of Mayfair. Guests can expect an inspirational speaker line-up including Roxie Nafousi alongside leadership coach and author Annalie Howling, TEDx speaker Tinuke Awe, and creator and podcast host Angelee Sidar, a three-course dinner-party-style brunch, champagne reception, Moulin Rouge-style dance performances and DJ-led dancing to close. Also included: curated brand activations and luxury goodie bags. *Mistress of Mayfair, 48 St James’s Street, SW1A 1JT; Sunday 14th December, 1–7pm* *Visit* [DESIGNMYNIGHT.COM](https://www.designmynight.com/london/whats-on/brunch-event/signature-soiree-end-of-year-edition) ## FASHION #### Cou Cou Archival Sample Sale – London Pop-Up Cou Cou Intimates is bringing its first-ever London pop-up to Soho this December, offering a curated selection of archival pieces. Whether you’re after delicate lace sets or statement intimates, it’s the perfect chance to snap up luxe designs at sample-sale prices. *59 Greek Street, Soho, W1D 3DZ;11th–14th December* *Visit* [COUCOUINTIMATES.COM](http://coucouintimates.com) ### Ralph Lauren Holiday Experience Pine-scented interiors, lantern glow and fairy lights – step into Ralph Lauren’s winter barn on Sloane Square and you’re straight into a festive film set. The Holiday Shop is packed with heritage knitwear, Polo Bear pieces and perfect gifts, while the Giving Tree lets you leave a personalised ornament in support of the Royal Marsden Cancer Charity. *Sloane Square, Chelsea, SW1* *Visit* [RALPHLAUREN.CO.UK](https://prf.hn/click/camref:1100l7A5q/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ralphlauren.co.uk%2Fen%2Fsloane-square%2F70702346) [ ![Ralph Lauren Holiday Experience](https://media.sheerluxe.com/1d9HMg6AZvIcuhkjfqt0oj0X0_4=/800x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsw18.sheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2025%2F12%2Fslman-wtdtw-ralph-lauren-holiday-shop.jpg) ](https://prf.hn/click/camref:1100l7A5q/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ralphlauren.co.uk%2Fen%2Fsloane-square%2F70702346) Ralph Lauren Holiday Experience ### Alo Pop-Up LA cult brand Alo has turned its Covent Garden store into a chic alpine chalet. Expect plush textures, warm lighting and complimentary hot chocolate while you browse limited-edition gifting and the new Holiday collection. There are chances to set intentions for the year ahead, interactive photo moments, wellness-led experiences and plenty of Instagram-friendly corners. *25 Neal Street, Covent Garden, WC2H 9PR* *Visit* [ALOYOGA.COM](https://www.aloyoga.com/it-it/pages/alo-events?srsltid=AfmBOormJx7HkMi6UsFAyTAlMuNxDIbVYiBRQ5QRbv17b1ULFLdOEhJz) ## BEAUTY ### Dyson Beauty Holiday Pop Up Dyson knows how to do festive gifting properly. Head to Covent Garden to shop hair tools in the exclusive ‘Amber Silk’ colourway, with complimentary debossed initials on the presentation box. There’s also luxury gift wrapping on offer, sealed with a signature wax stamp, plus an in-store styling salon where you can book a 30-minute treatment with Dyson experts when you purchase a tool. Expect interactive moments, complimentary gifts with every purchase and a whimsical ‘wish box’ experience. *Covent Garden Piazza; 11th-21st December* *Visit* [DYSON.CO.UK](https://www.dyson.co.uk/hair-care) ### Discothéque In Soho Viral fragrance favourite DISCOTHÈQUE is bringing its world of sparkle, scent and disco energy to Soho with a festive pop-up running from 10th-14th December. Visitors can discover an exclusive preview of the brand’s two new scents – ‘Eye Contact’ and ‘Body Heat’ – alongside engraving sessions, scent-layering masterclasses and other immersive activations. Just in time for gifting season, DISCOTHÈQUE has also launched new candle iterations of some of its cult favourites, including ‘Lola At Coat Check’, ‘Remezzo’ and ‘La Grotta’. *Visit* [DISCOTHEQUEFRAGRANCE.COM](http://discothequefragrance.com/) [ ![Dyson](https://media.sheerluxe.com/bTI4TmQZ3wWaRlsLM7TmHvyNGVg=/800x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsw18.sheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2025%2F12%2Fdyson-sl.png) ](https://www.dyson.co.uk/hair-care) Dyson ## FAMILY ### Chelsea Winter Illuminations Royal Hospital Chelsea has been transformed into a winter wonderland, complete with a 1.5km illuminated light trail, immersive soundscapes and large-scale installations. After the trail, head to the Winter Village to enjoy festive street food, mulled wine bars, artisan markets and nostalgic fairground rides. Fire pits, curling lanes and a glowing bandstand keep the atmosphere cosy well into the evening. *Royal Hospital Chelsea, Royal Hospital Road, Chelsea, SW3 4SR* *Visit* [CHELSEAWINTERVILLAGE.COM](https://chelseawintervillage.com/) ### The Christmas Pyjama Party One of London’s best independent cinemas is laying on a Christmas movie marathon this Saturday 13th December. From 11.15pm, the Prince Charles will screen *The Muppets Christmas Carol*, *Elf*, *Gremlins*, *Home Alone* and *Die Hard*, with the bar open till 2am. 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