Free Winter Activities in the Royal Docks

If you’re looking for fun things to do locally this winter without spending a penny, we have you covered. Read our guide to free events happening in the Royal Docks this November and December.

Community Lantern Making Workshop
Saturday 29 November, 1 – 4pm
Free
Learn how to create your own winter lanterns with artist Yuliya V Krylova.

Hacky Racers: Race Day
Saturday 29 November, 11am – 2pm
Free, booking recommended
Join CoCreate+ for the Race Day of Hacky Racers.

Cody Dock Frost Fair
Saturday 29 November, 12pm – 5pm
Free entry
As the winter draws in, Cody Dock invites you to celebrate the festive season at their Frost Fair.

The Living Archive: Co-Designing the Zine Toolkit
Saturday 29 November, 4 – 6pm
Free
A free workshop co-creating a Zine-Making Toolkit that preserves local stories and celebrates creative, handmade archives.

Saturday Kids Club
Saturday 29 November, 10:30 – 11:30am
Free
Join Art in the Docks for Saturday Kids Club where a professional artist helps children of all ages get creative.

Royal Albert Wharf Winter Market
Saturday 6 December, 12 – 5pm
Free entry
Celebrate the season at this magical winter gathering, featuring festive stalls, storytelling, music and much more!

The Gallery By TAPES
Saturday 6 December, 1:30 – 6:30pm
Free, booking required
An afternoon of workshops, games, and food for young people at the Tate Institute.

Carols on Britannia Village Green
Wednesday 10 December, 6pm
Free
Mulled wine, minced pies and Christmas songs with the local community.

Into the Night
Saturday 13 December
Free
Join the Royal Docks community for Into the Night, a magical celebration of light in the dark winter night. The procession concludes at Cafe Spice Namaste, where you can enjoy free warm drinks, mince pies, and a community sing-along!

REinsTate Christmas Party & Pantomime
Saturday 20 December, 7 – 9pm
Free
Celebrate the festive season with the REinsTate community. Expect food, music, hilarious panto and dancing at Silvertown’s creative space.