Posted November 23, 2022 | by Name
Things to Do in London Ontario, December Edition
BEST CONCERTS - BEST SHOWS - BEST EVENTS
BEST CONCERTS
Big Wreck
DATE AND TIME: December 1st at 8 PM
LOCATION: Centennial Hall 550 Wellington St. London ON N6A 3P9 Near Old Oaks One Richmond Row downtown apartment.
PRICE: $49.50
INFORMATION:
The band Big Wreck is coming to London, Ontario on December 1st at 8 pm at the Centennial Hall. They will be playing songs from their entire catalog as well as new material from their upcoming album.
Tickets are $49.95 each and can be purchased online through the band's website or in person at the London Music Hall.
This event is a must-see for any Big Wreck fan!
Sinatra With Matt Dusk
DATE AND TIME: December 4th at 8 PM
LOCATION: London Music Hall 185 Queens Avenue London ON N6A 1G7 Near Old Oaks One Richmond Row downtown apartment.
PRICE: $52.05
INFORMATION:
Sinatra With Matt Dusk is coming to London on December 4th at 8 pm at the London Music Hall. Matt Dusk is one of the most beloved crooners and entertainers in North America. He has delighted audiences with his blend of jazz, swing, and standards for more than 30 years.
Matt Dusk was born in Toronto, Ontario. He discovered his love for music while attending school at St. Michael’s College School and later studied piano performance at York University in Toronto. After graduating from York University, he set out on a career as a jazz pianist and vocalist that has led him all over the world.
If you are looking for things to do in London Ontario this weekend Sinatra With Matt Dusk is a great option!
Loreena McKennitt: Under A Winter's Moon Concert
DATE AND TIME: December 4th at 7-10 PM
LOCATION: Metropolitan United Church 468 Wellington St. London ON N6A 3P8 Near Old Oaks One Richmond Row downtown apartment.
PRICE: $85
INFORMATION:
Loreena McKennit is a world-renowned singer-songwriter and musician who has been performing for over 30 years. She will be performing at the Metropolitan United Church on December 4th at 7 pm. The concert will be called Under a Winters Moon.
Loreena McKennit is a Canadian singer-songwriter and harpist. Born in Edmonton, Alberta on February 17th, 1957, she was raised in Ontario. She has toured for more than 30 years and has released 14 albums of folk music across the world.
Kane Brown - Drunk or Dreaming Tour
DATE AND TIME: December 3rd at 7 PM
LOCATION: Budweiser Gardens 99 Dundas Street London ON N6A 6K1 Near Old Oaks One Richmond Row downtown apartment.
PRICE: $49.50
INFORMATION:
Kane Brown is coming to the Budweiser Gardens on December 3rd at 7 PM in London Ontario. He will be performing his hit songs and some new ones. This will be a great time for all the Kane Brown fans out there.
Kane Brown is an American country singer and songwriter from Nashville, Tennessee. He has released two albums: "Closer" in 2017 and "Experiment" in 2018. Kane Brown has received over 25 awards from the Academy of Country Music, the Country Music Association, and the Billboard Music Awards.
BEST SHOWS
Elf
DATE AND TIME: November 22nd-December 24th
LOCATION: Grand Theatre - Spriet Stage 471 Richmond Street London ON N6A 3E4 Near Old Oaks One Richmond Row downtown apartment.
PRICE: $35 - $77
INFORMATION:
The Grand Theatre in London, Ontario is hosting Elf the Musical this December! Based on the beloved holiday film, Elf the Musical tells the story of Buddy who mistakenly crawls into Santa's bag of gifts and is transported to the North Pole. Buddy is raised unaware that he is a human until his enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. With Santa's permission, Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City to find his father, discover his true identity, and help New Yorkers remember the true meaning of Christmas.
Irving Berlin's White Christmas
DATE AND TIME: December 1-4th
LOCATION: Original Kids Theatre Company 130 King Street Covent Garden Market London ON N6A 1C5Near Old Oaks One Richmond Row downtown apartment.
PRICE: $17-22
INFORMATION:
The Original Kids Theatre Company is a London-based theatre company for children aged 3-11. Their shows are specially designed to be interactive, engaging, and educational.
This holiday season, the company is presenting an immersive production of Irving Berlin’s White Christmas at the Covent Garden Market. The show runs from December 1-4th and is suitable for all ages.
Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella (Enchanted Edition)
DATE AND TIME: November 25th -December 4th
LOCATION: Palace Theatre 710 Dundas Street East London ON N5W 2Z4 Near Royal Oak Terrace Apartments on the east side of London
PRICE: $42.50
INFORMATION:
Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella is a musical that has been around for decades. It tells the tale of Cinderella, who lives with her stepmother and two stepsisters. The show is now playing at the Palace Theatre in London Ontario.
Cats
DATE AND TIME: December 1st at 8 PM
LOCATION: Start.ca Performance Stage at Budweiser Gardens 99 Dundas Street London ON N6A 6K1 Near Old Oaks One Richmond Row downtown apartment.
PRICE: $30 - $100
INFORMATION:
Cats the Musical is coming to Budweiser Gardens in London Ontario on December 1st, and it will be a night to remember. The show is based on the Andrew Lloyd Webber musical of the same name.
The musical Cats is a production by Andrew Lloyd Webber and based on T.S Eliot's book of poetry "Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats". This production has been running since 1981 and has been seen by more than 100 million people all over the world. The musical tells the story of a group of cats who decide to leave their old home in search of a better life in London. Along the way, they meet many different creatures who they learn from and help out with their problems, until they finally find their new home in London, where they are welcomed into society as equals to humans.
Bert Kreischer The Berty Boy Relapse Tour
DATE AND TIME: December 8th at 7 PM
LOCATION: Centennial Hall 550 Wellington St. London ON N6A 3P9 Near Old Oaks One Richmond Row downtown apartment.
PRICE: $59.75 - $197.75
INFORMATION:
Bert Kreischer is coming to London Ontario! If you're looking for things to do in London Ontario, this is a great event. The event will be held on December 8th at Centennial Hall.
Bert Kreischer is one of the most successful stand-up comedians of all time, selling out over a million tickets across the globe and averaging more than 150 shows per year. His latest comedy special, Bert Kreischer: The Machine, was released on Netflix in 2018 and has been viewed by over 7 million people worldwide.
Bert Kreischer's comedy style can best be described as "equal parts unbridled id, deliciously offensive humor, and old-school showmanship." He has appeared on Comedy Central's Roast Battle and Roast of Justin Bieber, Showtime's Live From The Comedy Store, and HBO's Down & Dirty with Jim Norton.
Stars On Ice - A Special Holiday Performance
DATE AND TIME: December 11th at 4 PM
LOCATION: Budweiser Gardens 99 Dundas Street London ON N6A 6K1 Near Old Oaks One Richmond Row downtown apartment.
PRICE: $38.25 - $88.25
INFORMATION:
December is the time of year when we think about all the things that we are thankful for. It is also a time when we gather with friends and family to celebrate the holidays. If you're looking for something special to do this holiday season, then you'll want to head over to Budweiser Gardens on December 11th for an unforgettable show!
Stars On Ice - A Special Holiday Performance December 11th at 4 pm London Ontario Budweiser Gardens is an event that will have you tapping your toes and singing along from start to finish. This year's show features an all-Canadian cast of Olympic medalists, world champions, and national champions including Kurt Browning, Elvis Stojko, Jeffrey Buttle, Patrick Chan, Tessa Virtue & Scott Moir, and more! This one-of-a-kind show will take you on a
Disney's FROZEN JR
DATE AND TIME: December 16th – 18th
LOCATION: Palace Theatre 710 Dundas St. E. London ON N5W 2Z4 Near Old Oaks One Richmond Row downtown apartment.
PRICE: $15-$20
INFORMATION:
Disney's FROZEN JR at the Palace Theatre London Ontario A story of true love and acceptance between sisters.
The show is about two sisters who must learn to put aside their differences and work together to save their kingdom. Along the way, Anna and Elsa will also discover that they have a few things in common after all. The show features classic songs from the original film, including "Love Is an Open Door," "Do You Want to Build a Snowman?" "Let It Go," and more.
This is a musical for kids aged 3-10 years old with accompanying song lyrics on-screen at all times.
Mary Poppins JR.
DATE AND TIME: December 16th – 18th
LOCATION: Grand Theatre 471 Richmond St. London ON N6A 3E4 Near Old Oaks One Richmond Row downtown apartment.
PRICE: $25.99
INFORMATION:
The show follows the story of Mary Poppins as she is called to look after two children, Jane and Michael Banks. The children are not very happy with their lives; they are both quite bored and they often fight with each other.
Mary Poppins arrives on the scene and takes it upon herself to make their lives more interesting. She takes them on a series of adventures all around London, Ontario.
The Nutcracker - The Ballet
DATE AND TIME: December 18th at 3 PM
LOCATION: Centennial Hall 550 Wellington St. London ON N6A 3P9 Near Old Oaks One Richmond Row downtown apartment.
PRICE: $54.30
INFORMATION:
The Nutcracker is a timeless ballet loved by people of all ages. It tells the story of a young girl Clara who receives a nutcracker doll on Christmas Eve from her godfather, Drosselmeyer. The doll comes to life and protects Clara during her battle with the Mouse King, Rat King, and finally the evil Mother Ginger.
BEST EVENTS
Pictures with Santa!
DATE AND TIME: December 2-23 2022
LOCATION: Covent Garden Market 130 King Street (corner of King and Talbot) London ON N6A 1C5 Near Old Oaks One Richmond Row downtown apartment.
PRICE: $23 per car
INFORMATION
Covent Garden Market is a place where you can find all the things that are related to Christmas. You can find Santa Claus, Christmas trees, and the like.
This year, Covent Garden Market is hosting Santa Claus for pictures from December 2nd-23rd. You can also enjoy other activities such as caroling with Santa Claus and watching your child's face light up when they get a candy cane from him.
If you're looking for some things to do around London Ontario this Christmas season, Covent Garden Market is the place to be!
Pets are welcome in Santa’s House.
41st London Christmas Craft Festival
DATE AND TIME: December 1-4
LOCATION: Western Fair District Agriplex 845 Florence St. London ON N5W 6G6 Near Royal Oak Terrace Apartments on the east side of London
PRICE: $7
INFORMATION:
The 41st London Christmas Craft Festival Western Fair District Agriplex is a 4-day event with the best in handmade gifts, live music, entertainment, workshops, food, and more.
The London Christmas Craft Festival will host over 100 vendors from across Ontario as well as a variety of demonstrations, workshops, and entertainment. The festival provides a unique opportunity for visitors to enjoy the sights, sounds, tastes, and smells of the holiday season in a family-friendly environment.
London Knights Games
DATE AND TIME: November 2nd
LOCATION: Budweiser Gardens 99 Dundas Street London ON N6A 6K1 Near Old Oaks One Richmond Row downtown apartment.
PRICE: $25-$50.50
INFORMATION:
December 2nd London Knights Vs Niagara Icedogs
December 6th London Knights vs. Oshawa Generals (Teddy Bear Toss!)
December 9th London Knights vs. Ottawa 67's
December 10th London Knights vs Peterborough Petes
December 16th London Knights vs Owen Sound Attack
December 17th London Knights vs. Flint Firebirds
December 28th London Knights vs. Erie Otters
December 31st London Knights vs. Sarnia Sting
Merry Market
DATE AND TIME: December 1 - 18
LOCATION: 100 Kellogg Lane London ON N5W 2T5 Near Royal Oak Terrace Apartments on the east side of London
PRICE: $8
INFORMATION:
The Merry Market is a holiday market that will be taking place in the historic Kellog Lane in London, Ontario. The market will be open from December 1-18th.
The Merry Market is an event where you can find different vendors selling unique and local items such as handmade jewelry, Christmas decorations, food, and much more. There will also be live entertainment such as caroling and children’s activities.
Victorian Christmas
DATE AND TIME: December 1st January 1st
LOCATION: Eldon House 481 Ridout Street North London ON N6A 2P6 Near Old Oaks One Richmond Row downtown apartment.
PRICE: Donation
INFORMATION:
The Eldon House Museum is a 19th-century home in London, Ontario. It will be open for the holiday season from December 1st to December 31st. Visitors can enjoy the sights and scents of Victorian Christmas with its authentic decorations, music, and food.
Visitors can explore the museum by taking a self-guided tour or they can take part in one of the guided tours offered by staff members. There are many things to do at this museum during the holiday season including a tour of the house and exploring its historical artifacts, watching performances by costumed actors, taking part in Christmas activities like making gingerbread houses or decorating cookies with your family, or simply enjoying a cup of hot chocolate while sitting by one of their large fireplaces.
The Lighting of the Lights 2022
DATE AND TIME: December 2nd at 6:15 PM
LOCATION: Victoria Park London ON Near Old Oaks One Richmond Row downtown apartment.
PRICE: FREE
INFORMATION:
The Lighting of the Lights event is an annual tradition in London, Ontario. It is a community event with a tree lighting ceremony, carol singing, and fireworks. This year, it will take place on December 2nd at 6:15 PM at Victoria Park London Ontario.
Holly Jolly Market
DATE AND TIME: December 2nd – 18th
LOCATION: Covent Garden Market 130 King Street (corner of King and Talbot) London ON N6A 1C5 Near Old Oaks One Richmond Row downtown apartment.
PRICE: FREE
INFORMATION:
The Holly Jolly Market is back and it's time to get in the Christmas spirit!
This year, the market will be open from December 2nd until December 18th. You can expect to find all of your favorite vendors, including a wide variety of handmade items, ornaments, decorations, and more.
The Holly Jolly Market is located at Covent Garden Market London Ontario.
The Ghost of Christmas Past
DATE AND TIME: December 17th - 18th
LOCATION: Eldon House 481 Ridout Street North London ON N6A 2P6 Near Old Oaks One Richmond Row downtown apartment.
PRICE: $15
INFORMATION:
The Ghost of Christmas Past is a Victorian tradition of ghost storytelling around the hearth. The storyteller would be dressed in a long, dark cloak with a white sheet over their head. They would sit at the back of the room and tell stories about ghosts and other ghastly things.
It is believed that this tradition originated in England during the Victorian era when it became popular for families to collect around the hearth for entertainment.
New Year’s Eve in The Park
DATE AND TIME: December 31st, 7PM – 12 Am
LOCATION: Victoria Park 580 Clarence St. London ON N6A 3N1 Near Old Oaks One Richmond Row downtown apartment.
PRICE: FREE
INFORMATION:
This event is perfect for those who want to enjoy a night of entertainment and festivities with friends, family, and loved ones. This event will be happening on the 31st of December, at Victoria Park London Ontario.
The New Year’s Eve in The Park at Victoria Park London Ontario is a new year celebration that will take place on 31st December 2018. This event is perfect for those who want to enjoy a night of entertainment and festivities with friends, family, and loved ones.