Christmas is a magical time to celebrate together at the Royal Albert Hall.

3 December 2024, 20.00
Christmas with the Salvation Army
£24.00-£51.50
The Salvation Army are delighted to be returning once again to the Royal Albert Hall for the annual Celebrating Christmas with The Salvation Army carol concert. This exciting evening includes spoken word and live music from various performers including the International Staff Band and International Staff Songsters, plus celebrity guests.

5 December 2024, 15.00, 19.30
John Rutter’s Christmas Celebration
£22.00-£90.00
Back by popular demand, John Rutter’s Christmas Celebration returns to the Royal Albert Hall in 2024 for another festive extravaganza, conducted by Sir John Rutter himself.

The perfect way to get your seasonal celebrations underway, this special concert will feature soloist Nicky Spence OBE and two choirs performing favourites such as Sleigh Ride, Ding dong! Merrily on high, Star Carol, Frosty the Snowman, O holy night, Away in a Manger, I saw three ships and extracts from Handel's Messiah, all alongside a selection of audience carols that are sure to raise the roof of the Royal Albert Hall.

6 December 2024, 19.30
Jamie Cullum: The Pianoman at Christmas
£139.50
Jamie Cullum brings his festive show The Pianoman at Christmas back to the Royal Albert Hall this December. Accompanied by a hugely talented big band, fans can expect a dazzling performance featuring Jamie's recent Christmas classics along with special covers.

7 December 2024, 14.30, 19.30
Home Alone in Concert
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This beloved festive favourite features renowned composer John Williams’ charming and delightful score performed live to picture by the Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra and the Crouch End Festival Chorus. Since its debut in 2013, Home Alone in Concert has become a seasonal favourite with orchestras and audiences around the world!

8 December 2024, 12.30, 16.30
My Christmas Orchestral Adventure
Up to £73.50
Calling Santa’s little helpers! My Christmas Orchestral Adventure returns this December with a brand-new story. Oh no! Father Christmas is due at the biggest Christmas concert in the whole world but conductor Tim has lost his Christmas spirit. Join his brother Tom, Albert’s Orchestra and a cast of special guests as they take Tim through Christmas’s past, present and future to try and bring his Christmas cheer back in time to meet Father Christmas!

9 December 2024, 14.30, 19.30
Christmas with the Royal Choral Society
£35.00-£100.00
Join the Royal Choral Society for a concert of festive songs, carols old and new and, of course, traditional favourites for you to join in with! Originally formed as part of the Royal Albert Hall’s official opening, the celebrated, 150-strong choir has sung here every Christmas since 1872. They will be accompanied by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by Richard Cooke.

10 December 2024, 19.30
Jules Buckley’s Christmas: A Celebration of Aretha Franklin
£75.00
Jules Buckley and his orchestra are joined by Sheléa and Vula’s Chorale to recreate the magic of his sold-out 2022 Queen of Soul Prom — this time with a festive twist!

Acclaimed singer Sheléa will take the spotlight as soloist in this stunning tribute to the timeless music of Aretha Franklin – one of the best-selling artists of all time. With the help of a full gospel choir, Jules will get you into the holiday spirit with his exquisite arrangements of some Christmas classics.

11 December 2024, 19.30
Christmas with Katherine Jenkins
£30.00-£105.50
Celebrate Christmas in style with the return of singing sensation Katherine Jenkins OBE as she performs seasonal favourites alongside with the London Concert Orchestra, conducted by Anthony Inglis - plus friends and special guests.

Since first gracing the Hall’s stage in 2004, Katherine Jenkins has released 13 best-selling albums and has been awarded two Classical Brit Awards. Join one of the nation’s most-loved mezzo-sopranos for a memorable and magical evening this Christmas season.

12 December 2024, 19.30
Letters Live
To be announced
Letters Live is set to return for a one-off show in support of the RNLI, celebrating their 200th anniversary. Known for its engaging performances of remarkable letters from around the world and across history, Letters Live will once again bring together a unique and powerful night celebrating the wonder of literary correspondence, in support of The RNLI.

15, 22-24 December 2024, 11.00

14-15, 21-24 December 2024, 15.00

14-15, 21-23 December 2024, 19.30
Carols at the Royal Albert Hall
£28.50-£132.50
Christmas isn’t complete without carols at the Royal Albert Hall. We're hosting 15 performances of sing-along carols across six days.

These special concerts have become a festive favourite over the years and 2024 is no exception. Each show will feature a presenter and soloist who will bring these incredible carols to life. This year we are thrilled to announce Jess Gillam and Greg Beardsell as presenters.

16 December 2024, 19.00
Trevor Nelson's Soul Christmas
£50.00-£265.00
Soul pioneer Trevor Nelson is back and better than ever this Christmas. 

Bringing the house down since 2019, Trevor returns with a host of special guests performing re-imagined and re-scored Soul and RnB tracks, with a little help from the incomparable BBC Concert Orchestra and Kingdom Choir, conducted by Troy Miller. 

17 December 2024, 19.30
Rick Astley's Swinging Christmas
£51.50-£95.50
Multi-million selling global star Rick Astley returns to the Royal Albert Hall this December for a special big band concert, performing swing and festive classics.

Rick Astley’s Swinging Christmas follows one of his big passions, the golden age of big band and swing. The show will see Rick perform in the Hall’s stunning historic auditorium, synonymous for big band performances.

What better way to get into the festive spirit than a true celebration of Rick’s love of music, the roaring swing sound, and classic tracks.

18 December 2024, 19.30
Sandi Claus is Coming to Town
£30.00-£100.00
Don your festive glad rags and join national treasure Sandi Toksvigfor an evening of singing, silliness and maybe even snow. Absolutely everyone is welcome at this celebration of the great LGBTQIA family and their allies.

Help Sandi belt out some familiar tunes, accompanied by the London Gay Men’s Chorus, the BBC Concert Orchestra conducted by Karen Ní Bhroin, organist Anna Lapwood, dancers from Laine Theatre Arts, and some very special guests yet to be announced. Bring your partners, your parents, and possibly a hanky, as there may also be some touching moments. Or come alone and make friends!

14 December 2023, 19.30
The Rest is Politics Live
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The Royal Albert Hall and Goalhanger Podcasts present a special end-of-year-round-up live show with #1 ranked UK podcast The Rest is Politics. The Rest Is Politics lifts the lid on the secrets of Westminster, offering an insider’s view on politics at home and abroad, while bringing back the lost art of disagreeing agreeably. The podcast features former Downing Street Director of Communications and Strategy, Alastair Campbell, and former cabinet minister Rory Stewart, joining forces from across the political divide. Over the course of the one-off live show, they’ll look back at an extraordinary year in politics in the UK and abroad.

19 December 2024, 19.30
Guy Barker’s Big Band Christmas
£35.00-£110.00
The much-loved festive, annual tradition of Guy Barker’s Big Band Christmas returns in 2024 for its ninth year. Join us for a swinging, soulful celebration of big band music with a Christmas twist! Guy Barker’s inimitable mixture of jazz classics, unearthed treasures and Christmas oddities will put a swing in your step in the midst of the festive season. Guy will be joined on stage by special guests Paloma Faith, Tony Momrelle, Clare Teal, Vanessa Haynes, Giacomo Smith and Ian Shaw, helping him raise the Royal Albert Hall roof, and converting even the grumpiest bah humbugs to the joys of Christmas!

20 December 2024, 19.30
London Community Gospel Choir at Christmas
£35.00-£92.50
Celebrate the festive season with the London Community Gospel Choir. Expect Christmas tunes and gospel classics, plus a host of special guests.

With musical accompaniment from The Heritage Orchestra, conducted by Tom Richards. Plus, the powerhouse London Community Gospel Choir band and special guests Clinton Jordan, Mo Brandis and Katie Coleman,you won’t want to miss this night of soulful harmonies and festive cheer.