What’s on in St. Pancras
Welcome to our blog – your guide to the latest news and events from St. Pancras London and the wider King’s Cross area. Whether it’s indulging at the St. Pancras Spa, or one of our restaurants, sharing in one of our storied rituals, or enjoying live music or art in the neighbourhood, read on to see what’s on offer.
The Big Woof Returns to King’s Cross
The Big Woof Festival returns to King’s Cross this September, promising a weekend of canine joy, wellness, and entertainment for dogs and their human companions. This celebrated event takes place over two days—September 13th and 14th, 2025—at Coal Drops Yard, transforming the area into London’s ultimate dog-friendly destination.
Coldplay’s King’s Cross Takeover
As part of a busy summer of scheduled events around King’s Cross, British band Coldplay will be turning the St. Pancras London neighbourhood in to a vibrant hub of immersive art, music and culture with their much anticipated “King’s Cross Takeover”, running from late August through to early September 2025.
King’s Cross Summer Sounds Festival
The Kings Cross Summer Sounds Festival returns from August 7 to 17, 2025, with an exciting 10th-anniversary celebration of London’s most inclusive free music, dance, and performance festival. The festival takes place in the vibrant Coal Drops Yard at King’s Cross, transforming the space into a lively hub of entertainment that highlights a diverse array of musical genres, dance, puppetry, and even sculpture, promoting a true community spirit.
The 505 Punch Ritual
Raise a glass to the Midland Grand Hotel, which opened on May 5th 1873. The date lends it name to the 505 ritual, where a mixologist leads guests in the making of our signature Victorian Rum Punch at 5.05pm each evening in The Booking Office.
1935 G&Tea Ritual
Time stands still each evening at 7.35pm in the Hansom. Inspired by British Gin & Tea Culture, tea infused Booth’s Finest Old Dry Gin is cold infused overnight, then carbonated before guests raise their glasses in a journey through time.
From Suite to Seat
Take the time to savour every minute of your journey when you avail of our suite to seat collaboration with Eurostar. St. Pancras International to guests staying in any of our Chambers Suites and using the Eurostar between 8am and 7pm. This seamless experience offers a complimentary transfer to and from St. Pancras.
Discover London
Enjoy a day out on our doorstep with everything the rejuvenated King’s Cross has to offer. Take a soothing canal boat trip, enjoy a picnic by the fountains at Granary Square, or indulge in some retail therapy in the beautiful surrounds of Coal Drops Yard. Home to an enviable selection of shops and restaurants, where better to explore everything that this vibrant corner of London has to offer.
Coal Drops Yard is a shopping complex designed by Thomas Heatherwick and opened in 2018, bringing a new retail and dining hotspot to the heart of London. With more than 45 outlets open 7 days a week, there is something for everyone here.
The UK’s national library, visit to browse the collections and many exhibitions. From books and manuscripts to newspapers and sound recordings, the library is home to some of the world’s most exciting and historically significant artefacts.
London’s iconic Royal Residence is nestled between Green Park and St. James’ Park. Stop by to witness the changing of the guard, or step inside the hallowed walls with a palace tour.
Initially built in the 11th century, this symbol of Norman power has been a royal residence, a prison, and today welcomes visitors inside its walls to admire The Crown Jewels and say hello to the Tower’s famous ravens.
Situated on the banks of the Thames outside London County Hall, enjoy breathtaking views across London from this iconic 135m tall observation wheel.
