The Yards Covent Garden announces a series of free festive music and performance events, called ‘Lantern Light Nights’ which run over three Thursday evenings on 27 November, 4 December and 11 December, from 5pm-8pm. Each event will transform The Yards’ open air shopping and dining neighbourhood into an immersive musical stage. The final Lantern Light Night on 11 December is a welcome to The Yards’ newest resident – the new Guinness Open Gate Brewery London – on its opening day, offering Londoners and visitors a chance to experience this iconic historical moment in the neighbourhood around the brewery.
THE YARDS FINAL LANTERN LIGHT NIGHT LINEUP:
11 December – Christmas Céilí. On its official opening day, The Yards hosts the ultimate welcome party for new resident, Guinness Open Gate Brewery London, with an authentic Irish-themed music and dance experience in a nod to the heritage of the iconic brand. Featuring the Blag Band’s lively Celtic tunes, Pineapple Dance Studios Irish step dancers, and acclaimed harpist-fiddler Maggie Mae Henegan direct from County Mayo, this free event offers everyone the opportunity to be part of this momentous occasion, right outside the brewery itself.
The evening is open to all members of the public and features multiple performances on The Yards’ outdoor stage, set against the backdrop of The Yard’s huge festive lantern lights installation, designed by James Glancy Design. It takes place across The Yards, from Slingsby Place to Mercer Walk. The Yards will also feature a magnificent Guinness inspired Christmas tree in the heart of Mercer Walk in honour of the new brewery.
Lynne Henderson at Knight Frank, Marketing Manager at The Yards, said: “We’re transforming Covent Garden’s buzzing shopping and dining hub into a captivating and inclusive immersive festive destination. All while celebrating the opening of our newest iconic arrival, the new Guinness Open Gate Brewery London.”
The Yards, owned by The Mercers’ Company, offers a vibrant mix of premium high-street and heritage brand stores, exceptional dining and bar experiences and world-class cuisine options – all within an architecturally stunning setting that reimagines the traditional shopping experience, right in the heart of Covent Garden. Resident shops and dining destinations will be offering Christmas shopping opportunities and special festive menus, in-store installations and themed décor and window displays throughout the festive period.
Event Details:
Date: 11 December 2025
Time: 5pm – 8pm
Location: The Yards Covent Garden, London WC2H 9EF
Admission: FREE
