Collecting and delivering Christmas presents to sick children at Acorn Ward, Whipps Cross Hospital. Donate new, unwrapped gifts by 12 December.

For retired NHS and social care staff.

Christmas meeting with book sales and seasonal refreshments. Visitors welcome.

Wanstead & Woodford U3A welcome the Woodford Singers. Visitors welcome.

For people struggling with feelings of loss.

A presentation by Gavin Plumley for The Arts Society Woodford Green. Visitors welcome.

A talk by Greville Weltch for the Woodford and District Centre of the National Trust. Visitors welcome.

Part of the City of London Corporation's Ornamental Waters restoration project.

Gather around South Woodford's Christmas tree as the lights are switched on. Organised by the SoWo Society.

Join brave young Jack, his larger-than-life mum Dame Trott and a golden goose with attitude as they take on the grumpy Giant in this laugh-out-loud adventure for all the family.

Handmade products from local designer-makers. Including screen prints, ceramics, jewellery, homewares and textiles.

Stalls, crafts, games and refreshments at the Restore Community Church in Woodford.

Handmade products from local designer-makers. Including screen prints, ceramics, jewellery, homewares and textiles.

A day of festive fun in support of the Mayor of Redbridge’s chosen charities. Tickets to meet Santa: £15.

Join Dorothy and on a quest to find the mysterious Wizard of Oz. A Redbridge Creates production.

A non-judgmental space to discuss the realities of modern motherhood.

A talk by Russell Boyce for the Woodford and Wanstead Photographic Society.

Join a community meal open to all. Main meal provided. Bring dessert to share or a contribution to Redbridge Foodbank. Children and families welcome. No alcohol. No need to book.

An informal gathering for local business owners to socialise and network. Booking required.

A talk by Marie Shallcross for the Aldersbrook Horticultural Society. Visitors welcome.

Join Creative Biscuit to paint ceramic baubles to decorate your Christmas tree. All ages welcome.

An East London and Essex Electronic Keyboard Club event featuring Mark Brown and Brian McKenzie.

A festive firecracker for all ages.

A talk by Brian Carliner for the Woodford Historical Society. Visitors welcome.

A monthly group for writing and sharing poetry and prose. No experience required.

A festive breakfast in the winter garden.

Elves will welcome you to their magical interactive Christmas show, after which Miss Christmas will take you to the elves workshop, where you will be able to make a Christmas decoration and write your letter to Santa. Next, you will be invited to meet Father Christmas himself, in the grotto.

Follow the trail through the park, uncover clues and finish at the school for festive treats and Christmas fun. Maps sold separately.

For women, non-binary and trans people.

Hosted by the Friends of Wanstead Parklands.

Raymond Briggs' family favourite The Snowman is brought to life with live music provided by Redbridge Brass Band playing the complete film score. Repeated at 1pm and 3pm.

For people struggling with feelings of loss.

Members of the Parish of Wanstead choir will lead the singing. Raising money for Centrepoint.

Fully accessible, affordable and award-winning comedy night.

A West Essex Ramblers event. First walk free.

Santa will embark on a pre-Christmas tour of Wanstead, chauffeured through the streets by Elf Steve Hayden aboard his Parker Dairies milk float. The elves will be collecting money for The Wanstead Charity.

A safe and confidential space to meet others and to share thoughts and feelings around the experience of grief and loss.

Including a two-course hot festive buffet.

Including fashion, jewellery, homewares and books.

A free Christmas dinner for those likely to be on their own on Christmas Day. Booking required.