Fayre of St James and the Jermyn Street Christmas Lights

A 500-strong crowd will gather for this traditional evening of carols, musical performances, readings and merriment in Piccadilly organised by Quintessentially Foundation and The Crown Estate. Celebrity guests will help add some extra sparkle to the occasion – last year's event featured an eclectic combination of Pixie Lott, Celia Imrie and James Nesbitt, among others. Guests will relocate to Jermyn Street following the concert to see the Christmas lights being switched on, and a party in Mayfair restaurant Quaglino's will round things off. Canapés will be served throughout the evening and all proceeds go to Rays of Sunshine, a charity that grants wishes for seriously and terminally ill children across the UK. Email olivia@quintessentiallyfoundation.org for more information and to book.

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