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Frost Fair
About
History of Frost Fair
Between 1607 and 1814, the river Thames would freeze for months at a time. Beginning in 1607, there were seven total Frost Fairs held over the years when the Thames froze, allowing vendors to set up booths on the ice. In 2025, HSMC will modernize this event with a holiday village featuring artisans, warm beverages, live music, and holiday light displays.
A broadside from the 1683 Frost Fair, British Library C.20.f.2 (161)
Frost Fair Hours
Friday, December 5
4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Saturday, December 6
4:00 am – 8:00 pm
FrostFair-Volunteers
Volunteer
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