Follow the Yellow Brick Road To Festive Magic! Today, St. Pancras International has officially unveiled its much-loved Christmas Tree, partnering with Universal Pictures UK to celebrate the release of the new cinematic event and the most highly anticipated film of the season: Wicked. Christmas is about experiences and this tree, fuelled by imagination, immersion and a little bit of festive magic, provides the best thing to see this Christmas in London.

As a meticulously crafted ode to the Emerald City featured in Wicked (in cinemas 22 November) which showcases the untold story of the witches of Oz and is based on the global blockbuster stage musical, the tree has been designed to complement St. Pancras’s architecture. Towering above two floors of the station and standing at 11 metres-high, this beacon of striking green and opulent gold has been hand-painted by a dedicated team of experts and perfectly showcases the splendour of the film. A visual spectacle designed to delight from all angles, look forward to brilliant photo opportunities and music from the film while illuminated towers house tiny windows with characters and iconic film features. 

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FANTABULOUS FEATURES:

• Musical moment: Take a break from the hustle and bustle of the vibrant station and lose yourself in the music and score from the film in this immersive seating area.
• Made in Oz: See the leading ladies of the film, Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba and Ariana Grande as Glinda, deliver a bewitching recorded message directly to the station. Watch trailers and marvel at behind-the-scenes footage from the making of Wicked.
• The Wonderful Wizard of Oz: Get up close and personal with the Wizard of Oz and grab a selfie in front of this gilded wizard head as seen in the film.
• Munchkinland and beyond: Hidden in windows at the bottom of the tree, visitors will find a to-scale replica of the entire land of Oz. Linked by an illuminated yellow brick road, visitors can view the Emerald City, Shiz University and Munchkinland.

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After enchanting audiences on stage for more than two decades, Wicked soars onto the big screen this Christmas season. A spectacular global musical event, Wicked stars Emmy, Grammy and Tony winning powerhouse Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba, a young woman misunderstood because of her unusual green skin who has yet to discover her true power, and Grammy-winning, multi-platinum recording artist and global superstar Ariana Grande as Glinda, a popular young woman gilded by privilege and ambition who has yet to discover her true heart.

The film also stars Oscar® winner Michelle Yeoh, Jonathan Bailey (Bridgerton, Fellow Travelers) and pop culture icon Jeff Goldblum as the legendary Wizard of Oz. Wicked arrives in UK cinemas on 22 November. 

Be sure to take a look at this exclusive clip from stars Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande as they invite you to explore the wonders of the world of Wicked through the thrillifying Christmas Tree at St. Pancras International…

Visitors and dedicated Wicked fans can also look forward to a Wicked x Lush pop-up shop opening at St. Pancras concourse in November and December which is set to offer themed bath bombs, soaps, and toiletries inspired by the film’s characters. Exclusive to the location are 250 mini soap replicas of the Wicked Christmas Tree. 

Christmas at St. Pancras International

The St. Pancras International Christmas Tree has been a London staple for well over a decade with a reputation for iconic brand partners and innovative designs. During the festive season the station comes alive with visitors from the UK and beyond, embarking on adventures and descending on London to experience the best the capital has to offer. Adorned in green and pink, St. Pancras will be a hub of activity hosting free events including the chance to meet Father Christmas, sing-alongs on the famous station pianos and of course the chance to enjoy food, drink and shopping from the wonderful array of brands.

The St. Pancras International Christmas Tree is located in the station’s main retail Arcade until January 2025. For more details of upcoming news and events visit: www.stpancras.com