A Global Christmas

Celebrate Christmas Music from All Over the World

On Saturday, 7th December 2024, Wembley Park’s open-air Sound Shell will host A Global Christmas, an extraordinary concert celebrating the festive season through a rich tapestry of global musical traditions. Running from 1pm to 6pm, this free, open-air event invites attendees to journey through a thousand years of Christmas music against the iconic backdrop of the Wembley Stadium arch.

A Celebration of Diversity Through Music

Set in Brent, the UK’s second most diverse borough, where over 150 languages are spoken, Wembley Park’s residents and visitors are invited to join a festive journey across continents—all without leaving Olympic Way.

What to Expect

This one-of-a-kind musical experience showcases:

• Caribbean steel pan orchestras, blending holiday carols with calypso rhythms
• Motown and Afro-American classics, offering soulful twists on Christmas traditions
• Balkan bands, bringing sacred seasonal harmonies from Eastern Europe
• Victorian brass ensembles, evoking the grandeur of a bygone era
• Ancient instruments like the hurdy-gurdy and hammered dulcimer, woven into modern beats
• Indian dhol drums, energising festive melodies
• A fusion of Arabic, Andalusian, Celtic, Medieval, and South Asian sounds

The concert is a vibrant reminder that Christmas music transcends borders, evolving through centuries of cultural exchange.

Nostalgia and Storytelling

The programme also features live readings of festive classics, including:

• ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas
• Hans Christian Andersen’s The Little Match Girl
• Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol
• Raymond Briggs’ The Snowman

These timeless tales will transport audiences into the magic and nostalgia of the season.

Event Details

• Date: Saturday, 7th December 2024
• Time: 1pm–6pm
• Location: Sound Shell, Olympic Way, Wembley Park
• Entry: Free

Plan Your Visit

No pre-registration is needed, but early arrival is recommended as capacity may be limited. Concertgoers are encouraged to bring blankets for comfort. Seasonal food and hot drinks will be available from on-site vendors.