Wembley Park presents: ‘Christmas Unwrapped’ with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra at BOXPARK Wembley
Christmas sounds even better this year. Wembley Park, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and BOXPARK Wembley are back together, bringing a world-class orchestra to Olympic Way for two festive concerts.
At a glance: two separate Christmas concerts
🔸 Sat 12 Dec 2026 · BOXPARK Wembley
🔸 The Great Elf Takeover, 11.30am: family concert. Adults £10, under-18s £5
🔸 Christmas Unwrapped, 7pm: classics for all ages. Adults £15, under-18s £7.50
🔸 RPO Brent Members: two adult tickets at £5 and two under-18s free, per concert
🔸 Book each concert separately. Standing, with limited seating
Get Into the Festive Spirit at Wembley Park
Following last year’s sell-out success, there’s twice the magic this Christmas, with two concerts to choose from. Bring the little ones to The Great Elf Takeover, a morning of music and storytelling for children up to 11. Or make a night of it at Christmas Unwrapped, an evening of seasonal favourites for all ages.
At both, a 50-piece orchestra fills BOXPARK Wembley on Olympic Way with Christmas tales and symphonic sparkle.
Tickets are on sale now. Last year sold out, so book early.
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The Great Elf Takeover - 11.30am
One elf, one Christmas Eve deadline and one brilliant orchestra. Santa’s workshop comes alive with music as conductor Stephen Bell and vocalist, clarinettist, composer and presenter Aga Serugo-Lugo lead musicians from the RPO through the story of the elf who builds the best bikes, and the friends who help him save Christmas.
Listen out for jingling sleigh bells, a sprinkling of snow and a magical flight across the night sky. It’s an hour of music for little ones and grown-ups alike. Stay for lunch at BOXPARK Wembley afterwards and make a day of it.
What you need to know
Doors open at 11am and the concert starts at 11.30am. It runs for about an hour. It’s recommended for ages up to 11, but everyone is welcome.
Tickets: adults £10, under-18s £5. RPO Brent Members can book up to two adult tickets at £5 each and two free under-18 tickets per concert. All tickets are standing, with limited seating.
Live or work in Brent? Join RPO Brent Membership for free to get the member prices.
If you have access needs, email marketing@rpo.co.uk or call 020 7608 8800 to book.
Christmas Unwrapped - 7pm
As night falls, the evening concert opens its doors to all ages. Acclaimed director Stephen Bell returns to conduct a night of Christmas classics and feel-good singalongs. He’s joined by Katie Birtill, an international concert soloist, jazz singer and regular RPO performer, and Lance Ellington, known to millions from the BBC’s Strictly Come Dancing.
The programme covers more than a century of Christmas music, all specially arranged for orchestra. It runs from the Overture to Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker to Wham!’s Last Christmas, by way of It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year, Winter Wonderland, Driving Home for Christmas and All I Want for Christmas Is You. There’s also an audience singalong to The Twelve Days of Christmas.
What you need to know
Doors open at 6pm. The concert runs from 7pm until about 9pm, followed by a free Christmas DJ takeover that’s open to everyone.
Tickets: adults £15, under-18s £7.50. RPO Brent Members can book up to two adult tickets at £5 each and two free under-18 tickets. All tickets are standing, with limited seating.
Live or work in Brent? Join RPO Brent for free to get member prices.
If you have access needs, email marketing@rpo.co.uk or call 020 7608 8800 to book.
About BOXPARK Wembley
Calling all foodies! BOXPARK Wembley is the gourmet street food destination of your dreams, right here in the heart of Wembley Park. With 20+ street-food traders and bars, there’s something to tickle everyone’s taste buds. And with light and spacious social seating areas, there’s nowhere better to get together with friends and family and try a little bit of everything.
FAQ
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When are the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Christmas concerts at BOXPARK Wembley?
Both concerts are on Saturday 12 December 2026. The Great Elf Takeover, a family concert for children up to 11, starts at 11.30am (doors 11am) and runs for about an hour. Christmas Unwrapped starts at 7pm (doors 6pm) and finishes at about 9pm, followed by a free Christmas DJ takeover.
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Where is the concert being held?
At BOXPARK Wembley on Olympic Way, within Wembley Park, one of London’s most exciting destinations for Christmas concerts.
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How much are tickets for each concert?
Tickets for The Great Elf Takeover are £10 for adults and £5 for under-18s. Tickets for Christmas Unwrapped are £15 for adults and £7.50 for under-18s. RPO Brent Members (free to join if you live or work in Brent) can get up to two £5 adult tickets and two free under-18 tickets. All tickets are standing, with limited seating.
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Can families attend both concerts?
Yes. The Great Elf Takeover at 11.30am is made for families, with music and storytelling for children up to 11, and Christmas Unwrapped at 7pm is open to all ages. Both are standing concerts with accessible areas at BOXPARK Wembley.
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Will there be food and drink available before the show?
Yes. BOXPARK Wembley has 20+ street-food traders plus bars serving festive cocktails and craft beers.
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Is the concert accessible for wheelchair users?
Yes. BOXPARK Wembley is wheelchair-friendly, with accessible entry and a limited number of accessible seats. If you have access needs, email marketing@rpo.co.uk or call 020 7608 8800 to book your tickets.
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What’s the best way to get to Wembley Park for the Christmas concert?
Take the Jubilee or Metropolitan line to Wembley Park Station, a short walk from BOXPARK Wembley and the Christmas concert venue.
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Is there parking available near BOXPARK Wembley?
Yes. Paid parking is available at Red Car Park beside the London Designer Outlet, only minutes from BOXPARK Wembley.