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Winter Adventure: your ultimate guide

From 1-24 December, your countdown to the festive season comes alive as Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park presents Winter Adventure. Each day, a different venue opens its doors and unlocks a special, free activity for you to experience!

Alongside the Winter Adventure lineup of activities, there’s so much for you to see and do on the Park. From delicious dinners and warming drinks to festive markets and cultural activities, read on to plan a full day or evening out with your family and friends around the highlight Winter Adventure moment.

Festive feasts await!

A collection of festive menus from Barge East

Festive feasts await!

Festive feasting is all part of the magic of the time! Warm up with freshly prepared lunches and homemade bakes at Ginger & Mint. Challenge your family to a board game over delicious food  at Draughts, where great dining and social play go hand in hand. For bold flavours, Chilli Padi serves Malaysian dishes perfect for a satisfying lunch or dinner. Looking for a waterside setting? Riverside East offers seasonal menus, cocktails and relaxed dining overlooking the canal, while nearby Barge East combines award-winning food with a unique dining experience aboard a beautifully restored Dutch barge.

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Warm up with hot drinks

four people sit in winter clothes drinking coffee

Warm up with hot drinks

When it’s time for a cosy hot drink, there are plenty of inviting spots to choose from. Timber Lodge Cafe, right beside the Tumbling Bay Playground, is perfect for families, offering warming hot drinks and a fully stocked bar. If you fancy accompanying your drink with a sweet Japanese treat, Tsujiri by the river is also a fan-favourite. You can also try out Saint Espresso at Here East who roast its beans on site for coffee lovers who want the real deal.

Raise a warming toast

Explore and enjoy

a couple walking in the Park

Explore and enjoy

If you’re looking for a quieter moment, the Park’s paths and gardens offer a beautiful escape. Take a winter walk, breathe in the crisp air, and see if you can spot some of the wildlife that makes its home here. On a crisp and sunny day, the views across the waterways and parklands are especially magical.

Winter walks await

More Merry Moments

A group of people in costume for Ebony Scrooge

More Merry Moments

The festive spirit continues with a variety of experiences across the Park. Sadler’s Wells East presents Ebony Scrooge, a hip-hop makeover of Dickens’ classic for the whole family. Looking for a cosy afternoon inside? For an extra dose of culture, head to V&A East Museum for one of London's best new museums or the V&A East Storehouse for behind-the-scenes insights from one of London’s most exciting new museum spaces.

Enjoy seasonal events and activities

All Winter Adventure activities are free and welcome to everyone, with most experiences not requiring booking. If an event does need free registration, you'll find the details on each event listing on our website!

Discover the full programme right here.

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